Midday Carer
Location: Shrewbury
Contract: Long-term
Hours: (Mon–Fri, 12:00 PM–1:30 PM)
Term: Term Time Only
Salary: Pay to Scale
The Role
We’re seeking a caring and reliable Midday Carer to support pupils during lunchtime at a welcoming school in Shrewsbury. You’ll help create a safe and nurturing environment by supervising play, supporting feeding and hygiene, and working with children individually or in small groups.
What We’re Looking For
You’ll be someone who can:
1. Build positive, trusting relationships with children and staff
2. Promote inclusive play and engagement during break times
3. Communicate clearly and stay calm under pressure
4. Work independently and as part of a collaborative team
5. Bring a flexible, proactive approach to a busy school setting
What You’ll Get
6. A consistent, term-time role offering valuable school-based experience
7. Supportive team and welcoming school environment
8. Competitive hourly rate (Scale 2, SP3 – April 2025 pay award pending)
9. Wellbeing support via the School Advisory Service
10. Bike to Work scheme and Local Authority Pension Scheme
11. Ongoing CPD to support your development
Why Work with Protocol Education?
12. We’ll beat your current daily rate
13. Weekly pay via PAYE – no umbrella deductions
14. A dedicated consultant providing local, personalised support
15. £50 refer-a-friend bonus – no limits on referrals
16. Access to flexible and long-term roles suited to your lifestyle
Apply Now
If you're passionate about supporting children and want a rewarding, school-based role, we'd love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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