Job Introduction
Closing date: Thursday 8 January 2026
Interviews week commencing 12 January 2026 - (please note, suitable applicants may be invited to interview as applications are received)
Job Start Date: From Monday 12 January 2026
Contract/Hours: Permanent, part-time
Salary Type: Support Staff
Salary Details: Grade A (£12.56 per hour) approx. £3746 per annum
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 6.67hours (11.45am – 1.05pm)
Location of Role: Fairfield Infant School
Informal visits to our school are also available and strongly encouraged. For further details and to book a visit please contact: adminoffice@fairfield-infant.co.uk or call 023 9248 3029.
Job/Person Summary
We are looking to appoint a kind, caring and friendly lunchtime supervisory assistant who enjoys working with young children.
You would be welcomed into our highly inclusive team at Fairfield where everyone is committed to making the lunchtime experience highly positive, enjoyable and supportive for every child.
We are looking for someone who:
- Supports the values, ethos and overall vision of our school where…Everyone is Valued and Learning is Fun
- Is a strong team player who is able to communicate well with children and adults
- Is flexible and adaptable within the role and able to follow our policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our children at all times
Duties will include:
- Supervising children in the dining hall, encouraging good manners and promoting healthy eating
- Actively promoting positive play including supporting the development of children’s social skills through their play both outdoors and inside
- Promoting good hygiene and carrying out basic first aid
- Building positive relationships with the children in your care including encouraging them to take a full and active part in school life
We can offer full training and are dedicated to the training and development of all our team members. Many members of our lunchtime team have furthered their experiences of working with children across other roles in the school.
Application Procedure
If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you then please complete the application form, using the job description and person specification to support your application.
Please return your completed application form to t.leppard@fairfield-infant.co.uk.
