Lunchtime Supervisor in England

We are looking for someone who will:

• Have the ability to work with and communicate effectively with pupils and staff.
• Provide support/supervision for pupils during lunch periods in the dining hall and for both inside and outside play to ensure a safe environment at all times.
• Support the Academy in ensuring the safety and welfare of all pupils.
• Ensure all misbehaviour is reported using Academy procedures and that no misbehaviour goes unchallenged.
• Remain assertive whilst showing compassion and empathy.
• Be an enthusiastic team member.
• Deal with any injuries as they occur and report any issues to the relevant class teacher and SLT at the end of the lunch period.

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 can you 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 Friday 10 July 2026 with interviews taking place shortly after.

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.

Safeguarding and DBS Clearance: Castleford Trust are committed to promoting safeguarding and the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Therefore, all appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and an enhanced DBS check.