Job Description

5 hours per week, 12.00pm to 1.00pm, term time only, fixed term contract

Start date: 3rd September 2026

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and adaptable Mid-day Assistant to join our existing, friendly team. The successful applicant must appreciate the importance of confidentiality, enjoy working both with adults and children and have a calm and approachable manner.

Duties will include leading games, promoting good friendships, assisting children in the dinner hall and upholding health and safety standards.

Upshire School enjoys the Outdoor Play and Learning Scheme (OPAL)at lunchtimes and therefore the successful candidate will be willing to spend lunchtime outside in all weathers.

Prompt applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.

Our Governing Board is committed to: • safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual, moral, social and cultural development of children and young people; • promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued; • the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs. Upshire Primary Foundation School expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share this commitment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and appointment will be subject to Pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, an Enhanced DBS check, medical check, and satisfactory references.

If you would like further information, would like to visit the school, or receive an application form please contact Julie Hockley, School Business Manager on admin@upshire.essex.sch.uk or call 01992 715567.