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Lunchtime Supervisor

Whickham School · Newcastle-upon-Tyne · Gateshead

Job description

Lunchtime Supervisor

Part-time, Term Time Only

Monday to Friday, 12:00pm–1:30pm

Salary: £13.05 Hourly Pay

We are looking to appoint a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisor to join our dedicated team at Whickham School.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to play an important role in ensuring that students have a safe, positive and enjoyable lunchtime experience. You will help to supervise pupils in the dining hall and around the school site, promote positive behaviour and support the wellbeing of our students during the lunchtime period.

This role would particularly suit parents, carers, retirees, or anyone seeking part-time work during school hours.

Who you are

You are:

  • Approachable, caring and patient

  • Reliable, punctual and organised

  • Able to work effectively as part of a team

  • Confident communicating with young people and colleagues

  • Calm under pressure and able to use your initiative when required

  • Committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion

  • Dedicated to supporting the values and ethos of Whickham School

Experience of working with children or young people is desirable, although not essential. Previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous.

A good standard of literacy and numeracy is required, together with a willingness to undertake relevant training.

Ready to join our team?

Want to see it for yourself? We actively encourage people who are considering applying to come for a visit. Please contact Zack Arkle (Premises Manager) at zarkle@whickhamschool.org to arrange a suitable time.

Application deadline: 9am Friday 10th July Submit applications to: recruitment@whickhamschool.org

Application forms can be downloaded from the Whickham School website, where you will also find further information about the school and the role.

Whickham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding.


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About this school

Whickham School

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18

Not rated
Pupils
1,721
Avg teacher salary
£52,871
Pupil:teacher ratio
18.3:1
Academy trust
WHICKHAM SCHOOL AND SPORTS COLLEGE

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Gateshead, NE16 5AR

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Salary
13.05
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
25 June 2026
Closing date
10 July 2026

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