Lunchtime Supervisor
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School:
Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust -
Location:
Gateshead -
Salary:
Grade B, SCP 3 (£24,796 per annum, pro rota) -
Hours:
5 hours per Week, Fixed Term Contract to 31.08.2026, Term Time Only (38 weeks) -
Contractual Status:
Fixed term -
Closing Date:
7th Dec 2025
Location: St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Duckpool Lane, Whickham, NE16 4HB
Grade: Grade B, SCP 3 (£24,796 per annum, pro rata)
Hours: 5 hours per Week, Fixed Term Contract until 31.08.2026, Term Time Only
St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is a one-form entry primary school in Whickham, Gateshead serving the communities of St Mary’s, Whickham and Immaculate Heart of Mary, Lobley Hill. We aim to develop the talents of each pupil as a unique individual whose full potential can be developed in a community which has Christ at its centre.
We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England and will have a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive, and growing team.
The Headteacher and Governors would like to appoint an enthusiastic and committed person to assist staff to supervise pupils during the lunch time period to ensure the wellbeing and safety of pupils.
We are seeking an individual to:
- Offer care and support to pupils throughout lunchtime in accordance with school and Trust policies and procedures.
- Supervise children during lunchtimes in school and on the playground.
- Encourage children with food, promoting good manners and healthy choices.
- Assist to clear tables, wipe down and maintain general cleanliness of the lunch area.
- Communicate effectively with pupils and staff, maintaining good behaviour according to the school’s behaviour policy.
The successful candidate will have:
- The ability to engage children in indoor and outdoor activities
- Good communication skills
- The ability to work flexibly and without direct supervision
- Awareness of confidentiality and the need for compliance to relevant policies and procedures
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 30th November, 11:59pm
Shortlisting Date: Week commencing 1st December
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.
