Supervisory Assistant, 7.5 hpw (Term Time Only) (Mortimer Primary School)

Government of The United Kingdom

South Shields

On-site

GBP 23,000 - 29,000

Part time

5 days ago

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Job summary

South Tyneside Council invites applications for a Supervisory Assistant at Mortimer Primary School. This fixed-term, term-time role is 7.5 hours per week, providing lunchtime supervision in the dining hall and outdoors, supporting pupils and the team.

The ideal candidate will have good communication, a positive attitude, willingness to train in first aid, and the ability to work with children and colleagues.

Qualifications

Enthusiastic and motivated lunchtime Supervisory Assistant with a positive attitude and enjoys working with children.
Supervises pupils at lunchtime in the dining hall and outdoors, supporting a widening outdoor space.
Good communication, initiative, responsibility, and ability to work in a team; willing to undertake further training.
Confidence to step up into First Aid (with training) would be welcomed.
Applications must be completed in full against the person specification and include details of work with children with suitable references.

Responsibilities

Supervise pupils through lunchtime breaks in the dining hall and outdoors.
Work as part of the school team and contribute to safeguarding and welfare of pupils.
Participate in training as required.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Job description

Supervisory Assistant, 7.5 hpw (Term Time Only) (Mortimer Primary School)

Job Summary

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Working Pattern: Part time - term time

Advert Start Date: 15/09/2026

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

Salary: £26,016 pa pro rata (£13.48 ph)

Hours per week: 7.5

Job Category: Schools - Support

Vacancy ID: 302023

Employment Location: Mortimer Primary School

Post Number: CS24426

Number of posts: 1

Closing date: 2 Oct

Further Information

Supervisory Assistant, 7.5 hpw (Term Time Only) (Mortimer Primary School) £26,016 pa pro rata (£13.48 ph)

Fixed Term contract initially for one year

Required as soon as possible

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated lunchtime Supervisory Assistant who will join our team. You should have a positive attitude and enjoy working with children.

You will be required to supervise pupils throughout the lunchtime break both in the dining hall as well as outdoor. We are excited by our expanding outdoor space and the new opportunities it will bring.

You should have good communication skills and be able to use your initiative and take responsibility in a variety of situations. You should also be able to work as part of a team and have a willingness to participate in further training if required.

Confidence to step up into 1st Aid (with training) would be welcomed.

Applications must be completed in full against the person specification and must include details of how you have worked with children previously with suitable references.

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.

In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.

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Closing date

Noon, Friday 2 October 2026

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