Welfare Assistant

Thank you for considering working at our wonderful school. We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and passionate team at St John’s. Our school motto, 'Love One Another', guides everything we do. We are committed to ensuring our school is a place where children are loved and valued as individuals, and where the talents of all are nurtured and celebrated within a safe, happy and caring environment, so that they can flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. There are two positions available for 7.5 hours per week, working 1.5 hours per day Monday to Friday. The role offers a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated welfare assistant to make a real difference to our pupils and the wider school community. The successful applicant will: Have a genuine desire to work with children Share the belief that every child can succeed Be enthusiastic and hard working Have excellent communication skills Be able to work both as part of a team and on their own initiative Be flexible and adaptable Have a strong positive work ethic In return, we offer: The opportunity to join a highly motivated, innovative and energetic staff team Full involvement in the life of the school The opportunity for further training and development Dedicated, supportive and friendly colleagues Kind, motivated and happy pupils Supportive parents and carers If you are interested in this opportunity and believe you could be the right fit for our school, we would love to hear from you. Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details. BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to: DBS Medical clearance Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number. Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children. A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out. For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out. For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed. Closing date for applications: Friday 5th June 2026 - midday Shortlisting date: w/c Monday 8th June 2026 Interview date: To be confirmed w/c 15th June 2026 Post Details: Grade: Foundation Living Wage Salary: £13.45 per hour Contract: Fixed Term until 31/8/2027 Hours: 7.5 per week, Term Time only Start Date: 1/9/2026