Job details

Salary: Grade 15 Point 3-4, £12.85 - £13.05 per hour depending on experience

Employer: Merriott Primary School

Location: Merriott, Somerset,

Contract type: Casual, Term time

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 15 October 2025 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

  • Required: As soon as
  • Based at Merriott Primary School
  • Salary: Grade 15 Point 3-4, £12.65 – £12.85 per hour depending on experience
  • Contract: Part time, term time only (38 working weeks), Monday – Friday 8:00 – 8:45am in the first instance with further hours likely to be offered to support our After School provision 3:15 – 4:30pm plus overtime, as required, possibly to 5:30pm.
  • Term: casual with the option to become permanent as the provision expands

What will I be doing?

We are looking for an outstanding practitioner to support the success of our revised Extended Services provision. The successful candidate will assist in creating high-quality and varied activities within a safe and caring environment. They will provide a high standard of care for children, including those with special educational needs. They will assist in the delivery of activities. They will need to be highly motivated, resilient and have a sense of fun. They will enjoy both supporting and celebrating the achievement of pupils.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are looking for candidates who:

  • Will bring energy and enthusiasm to the provision
  • Has a positive attitude which they bring to every aspect of their work
  • Someone with a ‘can do’ attitude, with high expectations for themselves and others
  • Someone who is resilient and looks for positive solutions
  • Is self-motivated
  • Has experience of working with children in the primary age range (4-11 years old) would be desirable
  • Has strong interpersonal skills and is able to work as part of a team
  • Is organised and reliable
  • Understands the principles of child protection and safeguarding

What is in it for me?

We can offer:

  • A commitment to you and your professional development
  • Strong, supportive leadership and a caring and enthusiastic staff team
  • Keen and enthusiastic children, who want to learn
  • Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference

DBS check

This post is subject to satisfactory DBS.

Supporting documents and information

Visits to our school are encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact the school office on 01460 72547 or email: office@merriottprimaryschool.co.uk

Closing date: Ongoing

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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