Avalon School · Street, South West
We are looking for Midday Welfare Assistants to join our friendly team at Avalon School to start in September 2026. Working term time Monday to Friday 11.00 am - 2.00 pm each day - 15 hours per week, plus 5 inset days. Experience is not essential, but dedication, patience, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn is. We would love to hear from you, if you think you can fulfil this post. This is a Grade 16 post. Approximate annual gross salary £9,310, monthly £775 (pay award pending) Avalon School is a Specialist School for students aged 11-19 situated in the town of Street. Our school vision is ‘Learning for Life’ - together with our parents and the learners themselves - we aim to teach skills for the whole of life. Avalon School is part of a growing partnership which also includes Polden Bower School and Willow Vale School. Our students have a wide range of learning needs. We offer a personalised curriculum alongside a wide range of enrichment opportunities and interventions. Key responsibilities include: Supervising and assist students with their midday meal Attending to pupils’ personal care needs Supporting children’s play during lunchtime encouraging constructive and imaginative play. Helping to clear the hall and classroom keeping them clean and tidy Support in the classroom where needed around the lunchtime period Willingness to undertake training to support their role and an understanding of the requirements to attend safeguarding sessions Applicants should be: Able to work alongside others to ensure independent life skills are practiced and developed throughout the day Able to demonstrate a positive and enthusiastic approach Enjoy working with children and young people Some personal care will be involved Well organised and very reliable In return, the school will offer full induction, ongoing professional development and a supportive staff team. Enquiries and visits are warmly welcomed, please contact Jo Stamford, Assistant HR manager, on 01278 496386 or email HR@poldenbower.org.uk Avalon School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, an online check, medical clearance proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for the role ‘Learning for Life’