At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and support pupils during lunchtime, ensuring a safe and fun environment.
- Company: Join Castleford Trust, a collaborative and supportive educational community.
- Benefits: Access to wellbeing programmes, discounted fitness facilities, and career development support.
- Other info: Fixed term role until August 2027 with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young lives while enjoying a dynamic team atmosphere.
- Qualifications: Good communication skills and a passion for working with children.
The predicted salary is between 37979 - 46419 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed, hardworking, enthusiastic individual to join our pupil supervision team working within our Communication and Interaction SEND unit for EYS and Key Stage 1 pupils (The Harbour). This role requires you to be flexible, adaptable and to be able to show compassion and empathy and is fixed term until the 31st of August 2027.
We are looking for someone who will join our team who will:
- Have the ability to work with and communicate effectively with pupils and staff.
- Provide support/supervision for pupils during lunch periods both in and out of provision or dining hall to ensure a safe environment at all times.
- Support the Academy in ensuring the safety and welfare of all pupils.
- Be an enthusiastic team member and have the ability to work as part of a team.
- Deal with any injuries as they occur and report any issues to the relevant class teacher and SLT at the end of the lunch break.
- Encourage and support pupils during the lunch break to participate in organised games.
- Have the skills to ensure that lunchtimes are safe, healthy and fun.
You will have:
- A good standard of education.
- Good negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills with staff and pupils.
- The ability to relate well to children.
- Energy, drive and enthusiasm.
What you can expect from us? As a valued colleague within our Trust, you can expect:
- Unwavering support and a culture of collaboration: you will benefit from exceptional support from our executive leaders, leadership teams and dedicated Trust specialists across key areas including curriculum development, safeguarding, inclusion, governance, HR, finance, estates, IT and compliance.
- Wellbeing and Community: from Day 1 your wellbeing matters to us. You will have access to our Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family members. Throughout our local community you will be able to join local fitness and swimming facilities at a discounted rate, and each year be able to take advantage of our onsite health checks.
- Working together to achieve excellence for all: all the academies within the Trust have a strong purpose and seek to have a positive impact on the communities that they serve and to support families to overcome any social disadvantage.
Closing date for Applications: Providing suitable interest, the closing date for applications is 8.00 am on Tuesday 24 November 2026 with interviews taking place on Tuesday 1 December 2026.
References: References will be taken up shortly after shortlisting and prior to interview using the contact details you supply on your application.
Equal Opportunities: Castleford Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership.
Lunchtime Supervisor - Fixed term in Castleford employer: Oyster Park Primary Academy
Castleford Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of its staff. With a strong culture of collaboration, you will receive unwavering support from leadership and access to resources that enhance your career while making a positive impact on the community. Enjoy benefits such as discounted fitness facilities, health checks, and a commitment to equality and safeguarding, all within a nurturing environment dedicated to excellence for both pupils and colleagues.
Contact Details:
Oyster Park Primary Academy Recruitment Team
