Hutchesons' Grammar School - Pre-School Assistant (Lunch Cover)

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Pre-School Assistant (Lunch Cover).

Detail

We currently have an immediate vacancy for a part-time/term-time Pre-School Assistant to join our team. This role would suit someone with experience of working in a Primary School, After School Club, Pre-School or Nursery and also have experience of lunch cover duties.

This role is offered at either 3 days or 5 days per week, 11.30 am-2.30 pm.

Planning and Quality Assurance

• To assist ELPs in implementing planning.
• To support in resourcing a stimulating learning environment which fosters creativity, curiosity and challenge.
• To liaise with Senior Teacher and ELPs to monitor and record pupil progress.
• To contribute to ongoing self-evaluation and development of the setting

Communication

• To promote positive relationships with parents, children, and colleagues.

Pastoral Care

• To safeguard and promote the health, safety, and welfare of the children.
• Together with key staff respond to the needs, interests, and developmental stage of the individual child.

Development

• To use self-evaluation to identify areas for improvement.
• Demonstrate a commitment to on-going CPD eg training, weekly planning and staff meetings.
• To keep up to date with key policies and national guidance.

Day to Day

• Provide support during daily lunch service.

Professional Recognition

The candidate must be prepared to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) if they are not already a member.   A PVG update will also be required.   Food hygiene and First Aid are also desirable. 

Hours

 3 or 5 days per week, term-time, 3 hours per day from 11.30 am-2.30 pm.

This role will be split between our Pre-School in Kingarth Street and at our outdoor setting, H@PP, Hutchesons’ at Pollok Park.    

For your commitment to work, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, use of the school gym and an extended benefits package.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday, 31 March 2026. 

Documents

• Pre-School Assistant (Lunch Cover) JD March 2026 PDF Document