We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Breakfast Club Assistant to join our team, and supporting children during breakfast before school (07:30-08:30 M-F). This role involves creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment, helping children develop social skills and enjoy play-based activities.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise and support children during breakfast sessions.
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all children.
• Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
Requirements:
• Experience working with primary-aged children in a similar setting is desirable.
• Food hygiene certificate (or willingness to undergo necessary training)
• A positive, proactive attitude with strong communication skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).
• A genuine passion for working with children and promoting their development.
Why Apply?
• Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a primary school
• Short daily working hours that fit around other commitments
• Supportive school staff and a friendly working environment
• A great stepping-stone into other school-based roles
Hours: 5 per week
Working Weeks: 38 per year
Paid Weeks: 44.285 per year
Rate of Pay: £12.60 per hour
Fixed Term Contract until 23/07/26 (to be reviewed before the end of the academic year)
Closing Date: 03/09/25
Interview Date: 10/09/25
Start Date: asap
We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations.
This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information.
Organisation address: Wadebridge Primary Academy, Gonvena Hill, Wadebridge, PL27 6BL
Contact detail: Nicola Foord
Email: recruitment@bridgemat.co.uk
Website: www.bridgeschools.co.uk