Location
St Mary Magdalen’s Catholic Primary School, Buller Avenue, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 9QQ (175 on roll)
Contact
Tel: 01772 742351School website: www.st-marymagdalen.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
Purpose of Job: To ensure the safety, welfare and good conduct of the pupils during the lunch break.
Job Duties
- Term time only
- 11:50 – 1:05 (total 6.25 hrs/week)
- All lunchtime staff must undertake first aid training.
- Friendly, approachable manner
- Encourage play between pupils
- Liaise with classroom staff to support the pupils
Candidate Attributes
- Good time keeping and reliable
- Able to relate well to children
- Works well in a team
Essential Qualifications
- Good level of communication
- Team player
- Likes children
Desirable Qualifications
- First Aid (not essential)
- Play leader (not essential)
Essential Experience
- Time spent with children
Desirable Experience
- Previous welfare role / working in school or play group
Disclosure & Safeguarding
Priority will be given to those who have either performed a suitable safeguarding role or have an award for safeguarding qualifications. A DBS check will be required for all candidates.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out during the due diligence process.
The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. If successful, you will be required to apply for a disclosure with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Equal Opportunities
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment. It is a Disability Confident employer, meaning all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed.
Only candidates legally entitled to work in the UK will be considered.
Application Process
CVs are not accepted. To apply, complete the application form attached and return it electronically to bursar@st-marymagdalen.lancs.sch.uk.
Please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro‑rata basis.
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