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Thank you for your interest in working at Barford Primary School.
Working at Barford Primary School is stimulating and extremely varied. Our staff are passionate - about the subjects they teach, the extracurricular clubs they lead and the professional pride they take in their roles. We believe that adults should be learners too, we are committed to investing in your personal development through training and learning initiatives. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
What our staff say
“There is an atmosphere at Barford which I have not encountered anywhere else; A feeling of family, teamwork and respect. The pupils are well-mannered, welcoming and look out for one another with a sense of community. There is a theme of community throughout the school and there is the real feeling that staff and students are standing together and working as one for the benefit of all. This a great place to work!”
K Lilly - School Business Manager
All successful applicants will require an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service
In line with the requirements set out in KCSIE 2025, an online search will be carried out on short-listed candidates to help identify and incidents or issues that may be discussed at interview
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, please refer to schools Employment of ex-offenders policy
Click here to view the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy
Lunchtime Co-ordinator
Salary: Grade 2
Start date: Monday 3rd October 2025 8.75 hours per week
The Governors of our happy and successful school are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and energetic Lunchtime Play Leader, to join our friendly and dedicated team.
Here at Barford we believe, Happy Hearts, healthy minds, exhilarating experiences – inspires success!
Our children and the community we serve, are at the heart of all we do. We are a diverse and inclusive primary school, with a lot to be proud of.
As soon as you walk through the door you will feel the warmth, enthusiasm and positivity in all we do. Our classrooms are vibrant, energetic places full of learning where we work to create a classroom ethos that allows children to develop resilience through taking control of their learning and develop positive strategies to turn challenges into triumphs. Children enjoy every minute of their learning and teachers know that every learning minute makes a difference in the life of each and every child. Each child is valued as an individual and teachers tailor goals to ensure that all children make good progress and feel successful regardless of their starting points.
You will be required to;
- Manage resources and organise activities
- Ensure standards for healthy eating and table manners are maintained
- Report accidents, complete first aid and complete accident forms if necessary
- Ensure that school behaviour policies are followed
- Maintain checks throughout the lunch break to ensure pupils are safe
- Contribute and lead on elements of OPAL playgrounds
Working at Barford Primary School is extremely rewarding and personally satisfying. A close and supportive ethos exists throughout school and whilst we all work extremely hard, there is also lots of laughter! I you would like to have a look around the school and see what Barford can offer you, please get in touch to arrange a visit.
Closing date & shortlisting: Wednesday 15th October 2025
Cleaner
Salary: Grade 1
Start date: Monday 3rd October 2025 3:30pm-6pm 12 hours Permanent
Barford Primary school is a vibrant and exciting school which has just been graded ‘Good’ in all areas in Ofsted in October 2023. The children are at the centre of everything we do in school- offering a range of extra-curricular activities, trips and residentials. We sit at the heart of our community and are extremely proud of the close relationship we have with parents and the wider community. Our vision and values permeate every aspect of school life; our supportive and friendly ethos is built into the fabric of our school.
Would you like to join the ‘Barford family? What are we looking for?
We are looking to recruit a cleaner to join our cleaning team. We are looking for a reliable, effective and enthusiastic cleaner who is looking to join an excellent site team. We require a strong team to help provide a clean, healthy and safe environment for our children, staff and visitors.
Are you someone who:
- Is efficient, hardworking and contributes to the team to make a difference
- Works well individually and as part of a team
- Is reliable and takes pride in their work
Working within a small team, you will be responsible for helping to ensure that our learning environment is cleaned and maintained to the highest standard, whilst meeting health and safety requirements.
What can we offer you?
- A welcoming and friendly school environment, with happy, loving, enthusiastic and confident children who want to learn and succeed.
- A friendly, dedicated and supportive staff team and governing body.
- Strong support for your further professional development.
For further information about the school access our website: https://www.barfordprimary.co.uk/bham/primary/barford
Emailed electronic applications are available from the job advert on the BCC website or school website. A completed application form and recruitment monitoring form to be returned to Kaylee Lilly (School Business Manager), klilly@barfordprimary.co.uk by Wednesday 15th October 2025