At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise lunchtime activities and encourage healthy eating among pupils.
- Company: South Street Community Primary School, a supportive educational environment.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, term time only, with a competitive salary.
- Other info: Join a friendly team and enjoy a fulfilling role in education.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's school experience while gaining valuable skills.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required, just a passion for working with children.
Job reference: REQ
Date posted: 15/07/2026
Application closing date: 31/08/2026
Location: Blank
Salary: £3,199.57 – £3,209.97 per annum
Package: Permanent part‑time (5 hours per week, term time only)
Job category: Schools – Support
Required for September 2026, subject to all clearances being in place.
We are seeking to appoint 2 permanent Lunchtime Supervisory Assistants.
Proposed working hours: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm each day during school term time.
Duties include:
- Supervising the entry of pupils into the dining room
- Encouraging pupils to eat meals and try new dishes
- Maintaining high standards of behaviour and manners
- Wiping up spillages and clearing breakages during service time in the dining area
- Supervising and encouraging good quality play in the playground, MUGA or classrooms, according to prevailing weather conditions
- Dealing with minor accidents, spillages, etc., and reporting serious incidents to the First Aider or Class Teacher
- Other duties which may be required from time to time by the Head Teacher
If successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced Disclosure check. This post may require a declaration under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009, including Disqualification by Association.
Salary amounts quoted are from 1st September to 31st August; if you commence employment part way through the academic year they will be subject to an equated salary adjustment.
Supervisory Assistant - South Street Community Primary School in Gateshead employer: Gateshead Council
Gateshead Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff. As a Children's Registered Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people while benefiting from a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and ongoing professional growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.
