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£4,706.41 - £4,780.25 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Part Time, Fixed term until August 2026
8.33 hours per week (7am - 8.40am Monday - Friday) , 39 weeks per year
December 2025 Start
We are seeking a friendly and reliable Breakfast Club Assistant to create a warm, well organised start to the school day. You will welcome pupils, prepare simple healthy breakfasts, and lead calm, engaging activities so children are ready to learn at registration.
Lift Hamford is a vibrant school within the Lift Schools network that achieved a good status in November 2022 and serves our coastal community. We strive to ensure that children get the best opportunities to achieve the highest possible outcomes and that high-quality learning is at the heart of everything we do. In January 2026, we are excited to be opening a brand new nursery class for two, three and four year-olds, further extending our commitment to providing exceptional early years education and care for local families.
You will:
- Set up the Breakfast Club space, prepare and serve simple nutritious breakfast items, and take accurate registers.
- Welcome and supervise pupils (including EYFS once open), promoting positive behaviour and routines.
- Lead quiet, age appropriate activities that build social skills and readiness to learn.
- Be vigilant to safeguarding, welfare or medical needs and follow school procedures, reporting concerns promptly.
- Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards, including tidying and resetting the area for the school day.
You will need to bring:
- A calm, caring and proactive approach with confidence managing groups of children.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to follow safeguarding and food hygiene procedures.
- Experience supporting or supervising children (as a parent/carer, club leader or in a school) is desirable.
- Food Hygiene Level 2 and First Aid certificates are desirable (or willingness to train).
Come and visit us!
We would love to show you around and talk about this exciting opportunity. For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Sarah Hitches, School Operations Manager, at shitches@lifthamford.org or call us on 01255 673415.
Closing date : 23rd November 2025
Who is Lift Schools?
We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We offer you:
- Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
- Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Information about the School
Lift Hamford, part of Lift Schools is a welcoming two-form entry school in the coastal town of Walton-on-the-Naze. We are committed to giving every child the very best opportunities to thrive, with high-quality learning at the heart of everything we do.
Our vision is to unlock potential, nurture curiosity, and instil a lifelong love of learning. We want every child to feel inspired, supported and challenged developing the skills and confidence to succeed in the modern world while creating lasting memories.
Hamford continues to grow and evolve. We are proud to have a new nursery for 2–4 year olds and facilities that include a modern building for upper Key Stage 2, a dedicated Wellbeing Hub, extensive outdoor grounds, and an Autism Support Centre funded by Essex County Council.
Our strong team culture is central to our success. With passionate teachers, skilled teaching assistants in every year group, and a committed leadership team, pupils are at the heart of every decision we make. Staff benefit from supportive colleagues, professional development opportunities, and a working environment that values wellbeing and collaboration.
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
-We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
-With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
-We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.