Thorney Close Primary SchoolLunchtime Supervisor Vacancy
Job Title: Lunchtime Supervisor Reporting to: Headteacher
Location: Silver Birch Primary School, Shaftoe Rd, Springwell, Sunderland SR3 4HA
Grade: 1 Scale Point: 3-4 Salary: £25,949 - £26,016 per annum The salary will be paid on a pro rata basis, based on the hours worked. This is a term-time-only contract, and the salary will be adjusted accordingly.
Contract: Term Time – 38 Weeks – Permanent
Hours: 7.08 hours per week This is equivalent to 1 Hour 25 minutes per day – Monday to Friday working 11.45am to 1.10pm.
The Headteacher and Governing Body are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and highly motivated Site Supervisor to join the team at Silver Birch Primary School, a brand-new state-of-the-art primary school opening in November 2026. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for someone who will play an important role in ensuring our children enjoy a safe, happy and positive lunchtime experience within our new school community.
Silver Birch Primary School has been purpose-built to provide outstanding facilities for our children, including extensive grounds, specialist learning spaces and modern teaching environments. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children and who will help create a positive lunchtime experience where pupils feel safe, valued and supported. As an important member of our school team, you will contribute to the wellbeing, happiness and development of our children each day.
The successful candidate will help supervise children in the dining hall, playground and other designated areas during lunchtime. They will encourage positive behaviour, healthy eating and active play while ensuring pupils remain safe and cared for throughout the lunchtime period. They will be observant, approachable and able to respond calmly and effectively to a range of situations.
The role requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate positively with pupils and colleagues and demonstrate flexibility when supporting different areas of the school. A commitment to safeguarding, promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe environment for all pupils is essential.
We are seeking an individual who is passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives. If you are committed, enthusiastic and ready to play a key role in supporting our pupils, we would welcome your application. Completed applications should be returned to Mrs R Jenner, School Business Manager, Thorney Close Primary School, Torquay Road, Sunderland, SR3 4BB or emailed to ruthjenner@thorneycloseprimaryschool.co.uk.
Thorney Close Primary School safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Closing Date: Wednesday 7th October 2026 Interview: Monday 12th October 2026
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