Lunchtime Supervisor (Secondary)

North East Ambition; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 5,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

CPD

LGPS

Employee assistance

Job summary

Northern Education Trust's Dyke House Academy in Hartlepool is seeking a reliable Lunchtime Supervisor to oversee pupils during lunch periods, ensuring a safe and structured environment.

You will work under the Principal, escort pupils, assist at the serving counter, and help maintain clean dining areas. DBS checks are required; training and development opportunities are provided. This part-time role includes on-site parking and pension scheme access.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively under direction of teaching staff
• Commitment to equal opportunities and a safe environment
• Willingness to participate in training and development
• Background checks including an enhanced DBS check

Responsibilities

• Escort pupils to and from the dining area and assist at the serving counter
• Maintain clean tables and packed-lunch areas
• Ensure suitable behaviour and monitor pupil well-being
• Follow safeguarding policies and report concerns as required

Skills

Child supervision

Behaviour management

Communication

Liaison with staff

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Lunchtime Supervisor – Dyke House Academy

Location: Dyke House Academy, Mapleton Road, Hartlepool, TS24 8NQ

Contract type: Permanent (part‑time, 7.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12pm–1.30pm, 38 weeks plus 2 paid weeks)

Salary: Grade 1, SCP3 – SCP4 (£24,796.00 - £25,185.00 FTE); part‑time pro rata £4,372.00 - £4,441.00.

Working times: 12pm – 1.30pm, 38 weeks plus 2 days. Pro rata salary adjustment applies if you commence part way through the year.

Your role will be to work directly under the Principal to supervise pupils during lunchtime, ensuring a safe, positive and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision & support: Escort pupils to and from the dining area, assist them at the serving counter, and maintain clean tables and packed‑lunch areas.
• Behaviour & welfare: Maintain suitable behaviour standards in line with academy policy, help children develop social skills, and monitor pupil well‑being.
• Health & safety: Attend to minor accidents or illness, follow health and safety requirements, and adhere to GDPR and data protection guidelines.
• Safeguarding: Follow the Trust's safeguarding and child protection policies, recognise and report any concerns to the designated safeguarding lead or Principal.

Requirements

• Ability to work effectively under the direction of teaching staff and liaise professionally with colleagues.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and a safe, non‑discriminatory environment.
• Willingness to participate in training and performance development.
• Background checks, including an enhanced DBS check, are required.

Benefits & Professional Development

Northern Education Trust offers opportunities for career progression across the family of schools, potential leadership roles, support and expertise from the Director of Subjects, and a comprehensive programme of professional and leadership development through the NET Staff College.

Employee Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• High quality continuous professional development
• Occupational sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Assistance Programme

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.

The Trust is committed to considering flexible working requests and to safer recruitment practice. Pre‑employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks.

How to apply: Apply online: https://northerneducation.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/202498?aisId=12&rmId=3361

For more information, please contact Ms Andrea Thompson, Business Manager at [e-mail].

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 31st August 2026