Job Ref No. ECC2127-306S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 2 Point 4
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 25/03/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: Ongoing  

Job Description

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Required ASAP

£13.05 per hour

Casual

This is a zero hours contract to cover regular staff absence or where additional staffing is needed on an ad hoc basis.

When required, hours would be: Part-time 1 hour 30 minutes per day 11.45am - 1.15pm

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, self-motivated and positive person to join our friendly team of midday supervisors, supporting children during their lunch break, cleaning and moving furniture.

Duties include:

  • Preparing and/or clearing the dining hall (manual handling)
  • Encouraging good dining room practices
  • Provide playground supervision and support
  • Provide basic medical care where necessary
  • Encouraging group games
  • Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our children

The school is looking for someone:

  • who shares our values of passion, integrity, respect, aspiration and resilience
  • with the ability to work effectively in a busy school environment
  • a caring nature, passionate about creating a safe and inspiring environment for pupils
  • who can uphold the highest professional standards and work highly effectively in a team


The school can offer:

  • staffing structure that provides good communication and line management
  • opportunities for development and support from the wider trust team
  • highly motivated and supportive colleagues
  • proud pupils who value their relationships with staff members

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and are a highly recommended part of the recruitment process. Please telephone on 01245 354134 or email admin@lawfordmead.essex.sch.uk to arrange a visit ASAP.

If you feel you have the qualities for this role, please apply online at www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk. Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.

Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery School is a member of The Brickfields Multi Academy Trust, a company registered in England and Wales. Company Number: 10538130. The Brickfields Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information. As an equal opportunity employer, The Brickfields Trust welcomes applications from a range of backgrounds. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, social media check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

www.lawfordmead.essex.sch.uk

Information about the School

At Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery School we seek to nurture each child’s talents and abilities, but still encourage a strong team spirit where we work, play and share experiences together. The staff, governors and Leadership aim to provide a stable and secure environment within which your child can develop and flourish.

We are very proud of our school and place a special emphasis on our relationship with the parents and wider community.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Information about the school

Contact Information

Matthew Poyton
Trent Road, Chelmsford
Essex, CM1 2JH
Telephone: 01245 354134
Email: admin@lawfordmead.essex.sch.uk

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