Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Aim High Academy Trust

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On-site

GBP 26,000 - 27,000

Full time

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Job summary

Aim High Academy Trust in England invites applications for Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant on a part-time, term-time basis. The post covers 6 hours and 30 minutes per week at Gillas Lane Primary Academy, during lunch breaks, with duties to supervise, supervise play, and help ensure safe, constructive activities.

The successful candidate should be willing to undertake first aid and OPAL training, work as part of a team, and be prepared for outdoor duty during the lunch period. DBS check applies.

Qualifications

The role requires good teamwork and the ability to engage children in play.
Willingness to undertake first aid and OPAL training.

Responsibilities

Supervise and engage children during lunchtime at Gillas Lane Primary Academy.
Encourage safe, constructive play and sports; participate in outdoor activities during lunch.

Job description

Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Job Summary

Contract Type: Please See Advert Text

Working Pattern: Please see advert text

Advert Start Date: 17/09/2026

Advert End Date: 02/10/2026 12:00

Salary: £25,614 - £26,016 pro rata (£13.28 per hour - £13.48 per hour)

Hours per week: 6.30 hours

Job Category: Schools - Support

Vacancy ID: 302135

Employment Location: Gillas Lane Primary Academy (part of Aim High Academy Trust)

Number of posts: 1

Closing date: 2 Oct

Further Information

LUNCHTIME SUPERVISORY ASSISTANT (OPAL PLAY TEAM)

Grade 1 (SCP 3-4) £25,614 - £26,016 pro rata (£13.28 per hour - £13.48 per hour)

6 hours & 30 minutes per week

(Monday to Thursday 1 hr & 15 minutes per day and Friday 1 hr & 30 minutes)

Permanent Term-time only (38 weeks)

The Trust is looking to appoint an enthusiastic person to join our Lunchtime Supervisory Team to help supervise and engage children in activities during the lunchtime break. The successful applicant must be willing to undertake first aid training and OPAL training.

A good understanding of caring for children and the ability to work as part of a team is essential. You will be expected to engage children in play activities and to be pro-active in ensuring safe and constructive play/sport is encouraged.

Please note - a large proportion of this post involves being outdoors, and standing/walking for the duration of the lunch period. Candidates should therefore consider the physical demands of the role prior to applying.

Application packs can be downloaded from our website: www.aimhighacademytrust.co.uk

Completed applications should be returned for the attention of the Central Team at the above address or by email to hr@aimhigh.co.uk prior to the closing date.

Any applicant who does not receive confirmation of interview by this date will have to assume they have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Aim High Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. Applicants can view the Trust's safeguarding policies via our website.

Closing Date: Friday 2nd October 2026 (12.00pm)

Interviews: Thursday 8th October 2026

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