Midday Supervisory Assistant Level 1

olsa; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 4,400 - 4,500; Part time

Job summary

Our Lady & St Anne's Catholic Primary School in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant Level 1 to support pupils at midday. The role is 7.5 hours per week, 11:30am–1:00pm, Monday to Friday, during term time plus 3 training days, with a permanent contract.

The post involves supervising pupils, promoting safety and calm behaviour, and may require additional duties within the school. DBS checks and safeguarding commitments are highlighted in the process.

Qualifications

• Ability to use language and other communication skills that children can relate to.
• Active listening skills to understand pupil needs.
• Empathy with the needs of children.
• Ability to work within school policies (behaviour, Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities).
• Effective collaboration with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and supervision to pupils during the midday break.
• Support the school behaviour and safety policies.
• Promote a calm, safe lunchtime environment for all pupils.
• May undertake other duties within the school as reasonably required.

Skills

Communication with children

Active listening

Empathy for children

Policy compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

# Midday Supervisory Assistant Level 1Employer: Our Lady & St Anne's Catholic Primary SchoolLocation: Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and WearContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £26,016 per annum pro rata Actual £4,476 per annumPosted: 7th September 2026Expires: 22nd September 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 1st October 2026Job ID: 1572581Job Reference: Midday Assistant* Share :* Print**Supervisory Assistant Level 1****Salary Grade:** BB02 £26,016 per annum pro rata – Actual £4,476 per annum.**Hours:** 7.5 hours per week 11.30am – 1pm Mon - Fri, Term Time + 3 training days.Permanent positionRequired for 1st October 2026We are looking to appoint a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to join a friendly team of staff providing support/ care to pupils during the midday break.This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time it was drawn up. The post-holder may be required from time to time to undertake other duties within the school as may be reasonably expected, without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. This is a common occurrence and would not justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.**Essential Criteria****Key Skills & Abilities*** Ability to use language and other communication skills that children can relate to* Ability to demonstrate active listening skills* Ability to empathise with the needs of children* Ability to work within and apply all school policies e.g. behaviour management, Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities* Ability to work effectively with colleagues**Knowledge*** A basic knowledge of Health & Safety requirements in a school environment* Knowledge of the school’s behaviour management policy**Experience*** Experience of establishing positive relationships with children**Personal Attributes*** Willingness to participate in training and developmental opportunities offered by the school* Willingness to maintain confidentiality on all school matters**Closing Date:** 9am 22nd September 2026**Interview Date:** 24th September 2026*The school is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicants will be required to obtain an enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and a range of other recruitment checks.*### AttachmentsBBCET Notes to ApplicantsDiocesan Briefing Note on the Definition of Practising CatholicDiocesan Model Statement on Equal Opportunities in Catholic SchoolsPrivacy NoticeLunchtime Assistant Person Specification 2026Lunchtime Supervisory assistant - A5339 - BB02### Safeguarding Statement:Our Lady & St Anne's Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.In accordance with the safeguarding vulnerable groups’ regime [2006] & the relevant Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) DfE guidance, **any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the results of checks from the Disclosure & Barring Service** (“the DBS”) and Teacher Services (regarding teacher prohibition/disqualification from working with children and young people).School roles give privileged access to vulnerable groups, therefore, **we require all applicants attending interview to disclose all spent convictions and cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975** unless it is a “protected” conviction/caution under the amendments made to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 (in 2013) and, therefore, not subject to disclosure.