Lunchtime Supervisor

At Trinity Academy St Thomas’ our school vision of ‘Dig Deep, Shine Bright’ is at the heart of everything we do. Rooted in our Christian values of empathy, honesty, respect, and responsibility, we are committed to transforming the lives of all our children. We believe that success comes from holding high aspirations and expectations for every child. “Let your light shine bright before others.” Matthew 5:16

In September 2025 we began working with Trinity Multi Academy Trust, and we are expected to formally join the trust in the near future. Trinity is a growing and respected trust currently comprising of 11 academies, spanning primary to post-16 education and they have a strong and proud track record of helping schools to make a lasting, positive difference in the lives of young people. It’s an exciting time to be part of St Thomas’ as we enter this new chapter.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, passionate and inspirational Lunchtime Supervisor to work within our school.The position will involve supervising children into the dining hall, helping generally during the service of the meals, assisting pupils where necessary, developing and encouraging good table manners, actively encouraging pupils in safe play while they are in the playground, being responsible for the care and supervision of the children before during and after the meal from the close of the morning session until the start of the afternoon session, assisting in first aid, promoting school values and our Christian ethos.

Applicants should be confident in working across Key Stage 2 and enjoy working as a team.

As safeguarding is paramount to us, the successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information (DBS).

Applicants are welcome to visit the school by appointment, please contact Mrs Claire Dixon (School Business Manager) on 01977 706063.

Completed application forms should be returned to school or emailed to businessmanager@stthomasfeatherstone.co.uk by:

Closing Date: Friday 9th October 2026 by 12 noon

Shortlisting: Friday 9th October 2026

Interview: W/C 12th October 2026

Due to the high number of applications we cannot reply to all applicants, therefore if you do not hear from within 1 week of submitting your application, you will have been unsuccessful at this time.

In accordance with the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009, if you are shortlisted for this post you will be required to declare that you are not Disqualified (or Disqualifed by Association) from working within this setting.

Wakefield Council is wholly commited to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare and expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.