Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant
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School:
Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust -
Location:
County Durham -
Salary:
Grade B, SCP 3 (£25,614 per annum, pro rata) -
Hours:
7.5 Hours per Week, Term Time Only (38 Weeks per Year) -
Contractual Status:
Permanent -
Closing Date:
1st Nov 2026
Location: St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, Dipton, Stanley, DH9 9BB
Salary: Grade B, SCP 3 (£25,614 per annum, pro rata)
Hours: 7.5 Hours per Week, Permanent Contract, Term Time Only (38 Weeks
per Year)
St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School, Dipton requires a committed lunchtime
supervisory assistant who is reliable, conscientious, and can work as part of a team.
Lunchtime supervisory assistants should make a valuable contribution to the
management of the school and the care and well-being of the children. Happy and
playful lunchtimes are an important part of the school day allowing children to eat,
socialise and experience the benefits of freely chosen play.
We pride ourselves on the warm, family atmosphere we provide for our children. The
uniqueness of our small community means that every member of staff knows every
child well and this enables us to develop very strong relationships with our families.
We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of
secondary, middle, primary and first schools in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle.
Our schools are located in Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham
Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England.
We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to help
create a positive, safe and enjoyable lunchtime experience for all pupils. You will
supervise children across dining areas, playgrounds and indoor spaces, support safe
and active play, promote positive behaviour, and help maintain a welcoming
environment that reflects our school values.
Our Supervisory Assistants play an essential part in realising the visions and values
of our school. Lunchtimes offer children valuable opportunities to eat, socialise and
enjoy freely chosen play in supportive and enriched environments. These experiences
are central to pupils’ wellbeing, development and overall school enjoyment.
In this role, you will make a meaningful contribution to the school and the care and
wellbeing of our children. By fostering happy, sociable and playful lunchtimes, you will
help create a positive part of the day where pupils feel supported, included and safe.
For an application form and further details about this vacancy please visit our website,
http://bwcet.com/vacancies/ where applications can be completed online.
Closing Date: Sunday 1st November 2026
Shortlisting Date: TBC
Interview Date: TBC
The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers
to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation
of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be
completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust
At Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, our mission is clear: enabling all to flourish. Inspired by our Catholic faith and values, we are dedicated to nurturing the whole child – spiritually, academically, and personally – so that every young person is given the opportunity to thrive.
We are proud to be a family of 48 schools working in partnership with our Diocese, directors, governors and school leaders. Together, we are committed to preserving and protecting Catholic education, ensuring its strength, sustainability, and accessibility for generations to come.
Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust supports and partners with five secondary schools, one middle school, one first school and forty-one primary schools in the west of our Diocese. Our designated schools are located in four different Local Authorities: Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham.
