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

South Tyneside Council; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

South Tyneside Council is seeking a Supervisory Assistant at Mortimer Primary School. The role is 7.5 hours per week during term time, with a fixed-term contract for one year. Salary is £26,016 per annum pro rata (£13.48 per hour).

You will supervise pupils at lunchtime, indoors and outdoors, and work as part of a team with opportunities for first aid training. Applicants must complete the person specification in full, provide references, and consent to safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced

Qualifications

• You should have a positive attitude and enjoy working with children.
• You will supervise pupils during lunchtime in dining hall and outdoors.
• You should have good communication skills and take initiative.
• You should work well in a team and be willing to training.
• Confidence to step up into first aid with training would be welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils throughout the lunchtime break in the dining hall and outdoors.
• Use initiative and take responsibility in various situations.
• Participate in further training as required.
• Work as part of a team to support pupils and maintain safety.

Skills

Positive attitude

Child engagement

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness toTraining

First aid awareness

Tools

First aid training (optional)

Job description

Supervisory Assistant, 7.5 hpw (Term Time Only)

(Mortimer Primary School)

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

Contract: Fixed Term contract initially for one year

Required as soon as possible

• 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.
• 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.

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Closing date: Noon, Friday 2 October 2026