Current Vacancies
Midday Supervisory Assistant – SEND Primary School
Closing Date: Tuesday 17th November at 12 noon.
Interview Date: Tuesday 24th November
Are you ready to be the highlight of a child’s day?
The Dales School are looking for enthusiastic Midday Supervisory Assistants (Dinner Staff) to join our incredible team. We are a dedicated primary special school where lunch time is about much more than just eating – it is an opportunity for fun, learning and connection.
If you have a big heart, plenty of energy and a passion for making a difference, this is the perfect role for you!
Who we are looking for:
- Someone with a patient warm and nurturing personality
- A great team player with excellent communication skills
- Experience with special educational needs is a bonus, but the willingness to learn and a positive attitude are what matters most. Full training will be provided.
Why you will love this job:
- True job satisfaction: You will be helping children with additional needs to build independence, social skills and confidence
- A supportive team: Work alongside passionate, friendly colleagues who support one another every day
- Perfect hours: Keep your early mornings, evenings, weekends and school holidays completely free
Working pattern
Monday to Friday, 11am to 1:30pm, Term Time plus 5 days (with some room for negotiation for the right candidate).
Contract type
Permanent
Hourly rate
£13.48 per hour (equated salary).
An equated salary means taking the total money you earn for working during term time and dividing it into 12 equal monthly payments so you get a steady paycheck all year round—even during the school holidays.
Further Information and How to Apply
View a full Job Description here.
Download an Application Form here. Please return your completed application to recruitment@thedales.northumberland.sch.uk by the closing date.