Midday Assistant with SEN Support Responsibility
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 March 2026 |
| Location: | Stretford, M32 |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75783579 |
Summary
MOSS PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL
Moss Park Road
Stretford
Manchester M32 9HR
Phone: 0161 864 1710
Email: admin@mossparkprimary.co.uk
MIDDAY ASSISTANT with SEN Support Responsibility - Start Date: As soon as possible - Fixed Term: until the end of August 2026
Band 1 SCP 2-3 (£24,413 to £24,796 pro-rata)
Actual Salary £4233 to £4299 per annum
1.5 hours per day (11:50 am to 1:20 pm) Mon to Fri (7.5 hours per week)
Term time only 38 weeks
We are seeking a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Midday Assistant to join our team. This role has a specific focus on supporting a small group of pupils with special educational needs during the lunchtime period.
The successful candidate will play an important role in helping pupils feel safe, supported and included during play and mealtimes. You will work closely with teaching staff and the SEN team to ensure pupils’ individual needs are met and that lunchtime routines are calm, positive and enjoyable.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervising pupils during lunch and playtimes
Providing targeted support for a small group of pupils with special educational needs
Encouraging positive behaviour social interaction and independence
Supporting pupils with routines including transitions eating and play
Ensuring the safety welfare and inclusion of all pupils at all times
Communicating effectively with staff about pupils’ needs and progress
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Be patient nurturing and calm
Have experience working with children ideally including those with special educational needs
Understand the importance of consistency clear boundaries and positive reinforcement
Be able to work as part of a team and follow guidance from teaching and SEN staff
Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Training and support will be provided where needed. This role would suit someone who enjoys working with children and wants to make a meaningful difference to pupils’ daily school experience.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activities relating to children. As part of our due diligence in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 guidance, Moss Park Primary School may conduct social media and online searches for shortlisted candidates.
Visits to school are welcome and can be arranged by contacting Sara Moroney, School Business Manager on 0161 864 1710. Application forms and a job description can be downloaded below. Only applications using the Trafford application form will be considered.
Applications should be returned to school either electronically to admin@mossparkprimary.co.uk or by post.
Closing Date - Monday 2 March 2026 at 12 noon
Shortlisting - Monday 2 March 2026 in the afternoon
Interviews - Wednesday 4 March 2026
Applicants who are not contacted may assume that they have not been successful but are thanked for their interest.
Supporting Documents
↗ MPPS Midday Assistant JD and PS.doc↗ Support Staff Application Form.doc
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