Vacancies

George Washington Primary School - Lunchtime Assistant

The children, staff and trustees of this vibrant and friendly primary school are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic lunchtime assistant who is able to work in a variety of settings and is flexible on a day-to-day basis.  You will supervise pupils during midday break, in the lunch hall and on the school yard.  You will need to be comfortable working with children from reception age through to Year 6.

We can offer:

• A happy and successful school where the happiness, care and safety of our children is paramount to all that we do.
• Wonderful motivated and excited children who are willing to learn, achieve, and be the best they can be.
• A warm, friendly and supportive staff team all of whom are dedicated to securing the best outcomes for our children.

These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post requires a declaration under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009, including Disqualification by Association

Oak Learning Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board procedures.

Closing Date/Shortlisting: Friday 19^th September at noon

Interviews: week commencing Monday 22^nd September

Please return completed forms to the office manager: claire.fitzpatrick@olt.org.uk

John F Kennedy Primary School - Lunchtime Assistant

We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and committed lunchtime assistants, to join our Trust at John F Kennedy Primary School.

Your role will be to supervise and support children during the lunchtime period, in the dinner hall and outside. You will be actively involved in facilitating with children accessing play, when outside and in addressing their welfare needs. The successful candidates will:

• have experience of working with primary aged children
• be flexible
• be able to develop positive relationships with our pupils
• be able to work well within a team
• agree to undertake necessary training

We can offer:

• a happy and successful school where the happiness, care and safety of our children is paramount to all that
• we do
• a warm, friendly and supportive staff team all of whom are dedicated to securing the best outcomes for our
• children
• supportive governors and trustees who are keen to further improve our schools
• training and support

These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post requires a declaration under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009, including Disqualification by Association.

Oak Learning Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board procedures.

Closing Date: 12:00 noon on Monday 22^nd September 2025

Shortlisting: Monday 22^nd September 2025

Interviews: Friday 26^th September 2025

Job description, person specification and application form are available online at www.jfkprimary.co.uk

Please return completed forms to Mrs J. Mackintosh Executive Office Manager: OLTJanine.Mackintosh@olt.org.uk

John F Kennedy Primary School - Breakfast Club Assistant

We are looking to appoint a Breakfast Club Assistant to work as part of a team to run the Breakfast club at John F Kennedy Primary School.  This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to play a significant part in developing the school and the wider trust.

You will be:

• Able to assist in the planning and preparation of Breakfast club activities for the children to participate and engage in.
• Friendly, flexible, outgoing, and a good team player.
• Able to assist in creating a stimulating environment where children can learn and play.
• Creative, energetic, enthusiastic and able to reflect effectively on your own practice.
• An excellent communicator able to work successfully with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
• Able to manage children’s behaviour effectively to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has high expectations of themselves and the children.
• Is able to assist in the planning and delivery of engaging, age appropriate activities for children.
• Has positive approaches to behaviour management creating a positive environment.
• Is able to contribute to wider school life.

We can offer you:

• Great children who are keen to learn and develop their school.
• Friendly, supportive colleagues who work well together and are motivated to develop their school and the Trust.
• An excellent CPD programme linked to your needs.
• Supportive governors and trustees who are keen to further improve our schools.
• A unique opportunity to develop your career in a forward-looking Trust.

Closing Date: 12:00 noon on Monday 22^nd September 2025

Shortlisting: Monday 22^nd September 2025

Interviews: Friday 26^th September 2025

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a full DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post requires a declaration under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009, including Disqualification by Association.

Oak Learning Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Safeguarding Children Partnership procedures.

Job description, person specification and application form are available online at www.jfkprimary.co.uk

Please return completed forms to Mrs J. Mackintosh Executive Office Manager: OLTJanine.Mackintosh@olt.org.uk

Trust Role - Office Admin Support Staff

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Office Administration Support person to work between two of our Trust Schools in Washington.  You will be friendly, committed and able to use your own initiative while working within the office and reception areas, undertaking financial, administrative and school support duties as required.

The successful candidates will:

• provide a welcoming environment to all those visiting or contacting our school
• understand the need for flexibility in their role
• be able to work calmly under pressure in a very busy school office environment
• possess excellent communication and IT skills
• be solution focussed and proactive in their approach
• be confident, competent and caring in dealing with children and adults
• be committed to their personal and professional development
• be able to manage their own and the office workload ensuring a good service is provided to the school
• be able to maintain confidentiality
• be enthusiastic and supportive of the Academy ethos

 We offer:

• a positive, supportive staff team
• a happy and friendly working environment
• good opportunities for professional development
  
  

These posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post requires a declaration under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009, including Disqualification by Association.

Oak Learning Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board procedures.

Closing Date:       12:00 noon on Monday 22^nd September 2025

Shortlisting:         Monday 22^nd September 2025

Interviews:          Thursday  25^th September 2025

Job description, person specification and application form are available online at www.jfkprimary.co.uk

Please return completed forms to Mrs J. Mackintosh, Executive Office Manager – OLTJanine.Mackintosh@olt.org.uk