LUNCHTIME SUPPORT ASSISTANT – to start as soon as possible

Hours of work: Monday – Friday

1.5 hours a day to cover lunchtimes (12 noon - 1:30pm)

7.5 hours a week – term time only

Salary: Grade 16 (pro rata) - £12.85 per hour

Parkfield Primary is a successful and welcoming primary school where children are at the heart of everything we do.  We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic team player to join our school lunchtime team, to start as soon as possible.

This is an important role in our school.  You will be required to assist the children in the dining hall and during playtime with both indoor and outdoor activities. There is also an expectation that you will join in to encourage inclusive breaks. The duties also include setting up the dining hall, play equipment and clearing away at the end of the lunch period, therefore the role does involve some lifting.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, highly motivated and has a passion for this role. You will need to demonstrate that you are flexible, calm, patient, caring and have the ability to fit in with a dedicated and hardworking team to become a part of our friendly and supportive school community. 

In return we can offer;

• A happy school with wonderful children
• A friendly and supportive staff team
• Full training and support
• Competitive salary with staff benefits

Subject to qualifications, there may be further opportunities to;

• Join our dedicated and enthusiastic wrap-around care team.  Swallows is normally open Monday to Friday, 7:50am - 8:50am, and 3:30pm - 6:00pm, during term time.
• Provide support to teachers helping the children to make the best use of the educational opportunities available to them.

If you would like to learn more, please contact the school office who will be delighted to answer any questions you may have.

Parkfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.

Closing date: on going – we are looking for several new team members and hope to have recruited by 30^th June 2026.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office by emailing office@parkfieldschool.co.uk or on 01823 282125 to arrange a visit.  Application forms and further details are attached below.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

As well as advertising our vacancies here, adverts will appear on

• The Somerset County Council Job in Somerset website 
• The DfE Teaching Vacancies website

If you are interested in volunteering at our school, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please contact the school office on 01823 282125

Parkfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people.

We follow Safer Recruitment Guidelines and everyone working in our school is required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.