Lunchtime Assistant
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | Wigan, WN5 9XN |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75778989 |
Summary
Westfield Community School
Montrose Avenue
Pemberton
Wigan
WN5 9XN
Salary: Grade 2, £5,517 - £5,604 per annum. £12.65 - £12.85 per hour
10 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year
Required as soon as possible
The Governors at Westfield Community School are looking to employ a highly motivated Lunchtime Assistant to join our experienced team in supervising children on the school premises during the midday break, ensuring children eat their meals, play safely and behave responsibly.
A main duty will be to engage children through play by delivering a directed activity / game.
For an application form, job description and person specification please download from the Greater Jobs website or from the school website: www.westfield.wigan.sch.uk
Please forward your completed application form to Lorraine Rayner, Business Director at: bman@admin.westfield.wigan.sch.uk
At Westfield Community School safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and adhere to the school s child protection policies and procedures. All candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK and comply with the Immigrations, Asylum and Nationality Act regulations. Applications from all sections of the community are welcome.
This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore Exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email of the interview arrangements. Please ensure your correct email address is provided on your application form.
In line with recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates are also required to complete a self-declaration of any criminal records or information that would make you unsuitable to work with children.
If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 776007
E-mail: bman@admin.westfield.wigan.sch.uk Website: www.westfield.wigan.sch.uk
Closing Date: Sunday 1st February 2026 - Midnight
Interview date: Week Commencing Monday 2nd February 2026
NB You will be contacted if you are selected for interview.
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check
The employer is committed to safeguarding
To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below:
Supporting Documents
↗ Job Description↗ Application Form
↗ DBS Policy Statement Schools
↗ Childcare Disqualification Requirements
↗ Guidance for Safer Work Practices
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