At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and guide children during lunchtimes in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Join Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, part of a supportive education trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time only work, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team and enjoy opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Be a positive role model and contribute to children's development in a welcoming community.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm for working with children and a commitment to our Catholic ethos.
Salary: Grade 1, Point 3 (£3,350.81) pro‑rata salary (£2,899.76) term time only
Vacancy: Supervisory Assistant - Permanent
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Contract: 5 hours per week, term time only
Shift Pattern: 11:30am to 12:30pm
This position is paid whole time with retainer adjustments applied to periods of school closure. You will not be required to work during the school closure periods; however your salary in these periods will be adjusted accordingly in line with the retainer regulations as specified in the National Joint Council (NJC) Green Book agreement.
We would like to appoint an enthusiastic individual to join our Lunchtime Supervisory team. This is an opportunity to become part of our school community and contribute to the development of children across our school.
The successful candidate would:
- Be able to work under the direction of the Senior Leadership team in school to provide support and guidance to children in the school setting during lunchtimes;
- Be part of a welcoming and supportive team of staff, parents and governors;
- Have high expectations for pupils and others;
- Be a positive role model for all our pupils and support the Catholic ethos of our school.
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The Trust includes five Secondary and twenty-six Primary Schools across South Tyneside, Sunderland and East Durham.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff. The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Contact Details:
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust Recruitment Team
