Learning Support Assistant with Lunchtime Responsibilities (2 Positions)
District CofE Primary School, Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside, WA12 9PZ
Working pattern
Part time: This position covers two key areas of school life:
- Learning Assistant Level 2: 27.5 hours per week, including a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break.
- Midday Supervisor: 2.5 hours per week.
Contract type
Fixed term – 12 months
Pay scale
NJC SCP 3
What skills and experience we’re looking for
- Experience working with children in an educational setting.
- Confidence in supporting learning, particularly in English and maths.
- Strong communication skills and a positive, resilient attitude.
- A commitment to the values and ethos of The District CE Primary School.
What the school offers its staff
- A supportive Leadership Team, Local Academy Council, and Multi Academy Trust
- Strong commitment to your professional development
- Well‑behaved and motivated pupils
- A happy, positive, and well‑resourced learning environment
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Learning: Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging curriculum content and support individual or small groups of children with targeted interventions.
- Lunchtime Care: Provide supervision during playtimes and lunchtimes to maintain a safe, happy environment.
- Promote Wellbeing: Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and providing pastoral care.
- School Standards: Consistently implement the school’s behaviour and safeguarding policies while promoting an inclusive environment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Pre‑employment checks
- Childcare Disqualification
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
- Medical
- Online and Social Media
- Prohibition from Teaching
- Right to WorkSatisfactory References
- Suitability to Work with Children
Application
Please complete the online application. CVs will not be accepted for this application. If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About the School
The District CE Primary School is at the heart of the local community. We have a beautiful school building, with a long history and extensive grounds for the children to enjoy. We provide an inclusive and nurturing learning environment, a bespoke curriculum and excellent pastoral and early intervention support to meet the needs of our children and families.
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