Hours
5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 12.00noon to 1.00pm – term time only
Organisation
Schools
Directorate
Primary Schools
Service Area
Meltham Moor Primary School
Location(s)
Huddersfield and surrounding areas
Position Type
Permanent
Grade
Band B (NJC 3)
Salary
Actual Salary: £2,821
Start Date
2nd September 2026
Advert Wording
Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Meltham Moor Primary School.
Qualifications and Expectations
- Be proactive at promoting positive play for a calm and purposeful playtime. Be positive, with high expectations for children and their behaviour.
- Have a passion for children’s learning and be committed to the safeguarding of all our children.
- Be professional and hard working.
- Have good verbal communication skills in order to liaise with children and other staff members.
- Have a ‘can do’ mentality and be able to embrace change.
Responsibilities
- Organising games and activities to support pupils indoor & outdoor play.
- Interacting with pupils to ensure a calm and purposeful playtime.
- Setting up/clearing the dining hall.
- Supervising the pupils in the dining hall.
- Working alongside the kitchen staff.
Benefits
You’ll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – with numerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!
- Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pension Fund.
- A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team.
- Staff development through proactive personal and professional development.
- Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our play.
- Free Parking.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Additional holidays linked to service.
- Eye Care.
- Annual Flu Vaccines.
- Home & Technology Scheme.
- Rewards and discounts.
- GP Online and Prescription Service.
- Your Care Wellbeing Platform & EAP.
- Lifestyle benefits & discounts.
Equality and Diversity
Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.
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5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 12.00noon to 1.00pm – term time only
Organisation
Schools
Directorate
Primary Schools
Service Area
Meltham Moor Primary School
Location(s)
Huddersfield and surrounding areas
Position Type
Permanent
Grade
Band B (NJC 3)
Salary
Actual Salary: £2,821
Start Date
2nd September 2026
Advert Wording
Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Meltham Moor Primary School.
Qualifications and Expectations
- Be proactive at promoting positive play for a calm and purposeful playtime. Be positive, with high expectations for children and their behaviour.
- Have a passion for children’s learning and be committed to the safeguarding of all our children.
- Be professional and hard working.
- Have good verbal communication skills in order to liaise with children and other staff members.
- Have a ‘can do’ mentality and be able to embrace change.
Responsibilities
- Organising games and activities to support pupils indoor & outdoor play.
- Interacting with pupils to ensure a calm and purposeful playtime.
- Setting up/clearing the dining hall.
- Supervising the pupils in the dining hall.
- Working alongside the kitchen staff.
Benefits
You’ll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – with numerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!
- Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pension Fund.
- A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team.
- Staff development through proactive personal and professional development.
- Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our play.
- Free Parking.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Additional holidays linked to service.
- Eye Care.
- Annual Flu Vaccines.
- Home & Technology Scheme.
- Rewards and discounts.
- GP Online and Prescription Service.
- Your Care Wellbeing Platform & EAP.
- Lifestyle benefits & discounts.
Equality and Diversity
Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.
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