Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant Grade 1 £24,796 pro rata Mon-Fri, Term Time only 7.5 hours per week, 11.45-13.15 Required as soon as possible Permanent We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to supervise pupils during the lunchtime period. The successful candidate will have experience of working with children and of working well in a team. Duties include: • Supervising hand washing and preparing for lunch • Supervising children during lunchtimes in school and on the playground • Encouraging children with food, promoting good manners and healthy choices • Assisting with clearing tables, wiping down and maintaining cleanliness of the lunch area • Communicating with pupils, maintaining good behaviour in line with school policies and being willing to arrange and play games The successful applicant will: Have experience working with children in a play, childcare, or school setting Be a friendly, enthusiastic, and responsible individual who enjoys working with children A commitment to providing a safe and engaging environment Our school offers: happy, enthusiastic children who enjoy coming to school a highly motivated, friendly and caring staff team excellent opportunities for professional development and support the support of a committed Governing Body and Leadership Team Completed application forms are returnable to the school. If you wish to email your application send it to stmargarets@durhamlearning.net. Closing date: 25th September 2025 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure. Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met. The ability to converse at ease in spoken English is essential for the post. 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.standards and safeguarding procedures at all times St Margaret’s CE Primary School Crossgate Peth, Durham, DH1 4QB Tel: 0191 384 7331 Email: stmargarets@durhamlearning.net Website: www.st-margarets.durham.sch.uk/ VPRS/161