Extended Services Provision Assistant
Closing in 30 days (15 October 2025 11:59 pm)
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.