Lunchtime Supervisor

Make a real difference - join our friendly team at Halfpenny Lane School! 

We’re looking for a warm, caring Lunchtime Supervisor to help make lunchtimes happy, safe and enjoyable for our children.  

What you’ll do 

• Supervise children in the dining hall and playground 
• Help create a positive, welcoming lunchtime atmosphere 
• Encourage good manners, healthy eating and positive play 
• Promote kindness, inclusion and respect 

This role is ideal for anyone who enjoys working with children and is looking for a role with flexible, family-friendly hours that fit perfectly around the school day

If you’re enthusiastic, reliable and enjoy being part of a supportive team, this could be the perfect role for you. Come and help us make lunchtime one of the best parts of the school day! 

Hours & Contract 

• 7.5 hours per week 
• Monday - Friday, term time only 
• Lunchtime hours between 12:00pm and 1:30pm (final times confirmed at interview) 

How to apply 

To apply, visit Reception at Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant & Nursery School to collect an application form, or apply online via our website. 

About Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School  

At Halfpenny Lane Junior, Infant & Nursery School, we don’t just strive for excellence - we live it every day. Recently judged ‘Outstanding in all areas’, our school is ranked in the top 5% nationally for pupil achievement. But what truly sets us apart is our culture: a supportive, ambitious environment where staff feel valued and empowered to make a real difference.   

As part of Pontefract Academies Trust, one of the top-performing trusts in the country, we offer fantastic opportunities for professional growth. 88% of our staff recommend us as a great place to work, and 98% would recommend our school to parents - a testament to our positive, collaborative ethos.  

If you’re passionate about helping children thrive and want to work in a school where your contribution is celebrated, Halfpenny Lane is the place for you.  

For further information about our school, please visit our website. 

What we offer 

Be part of a team that values your wellbeing, development and work–life balance. As a member of our school community, you’ll benefit from: 

• West Yorkshire Pension Fund 
• Training and development opportunities 
• Wellbeing package (flu jab, eyecare, physiotherapy and more) 
• Family-friendly policies 
• Cycle to Work scheme 
• Discounts through Blue Light Card, gyms and major retailers

You can find more information about staff benefits and what it’s like to work with us in our ‘Working for Us’ booklet and on our website. 

About Pontefract Academies Trust 

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross-phase multi-academy trust comprising of nine local schools: seven primary and two secondary, committed to providing the very best education for our children.    

We are also excited to be merging with Ark Schools on 1 September 2026. This partnership will strengthen the support we offer our pupils and staff, while creating new opportunities for collaboration and professional development across both trusts. Please click here to find out more about the Pontefract Academies Trust and Ark Schools merger.  

We are proud of the positive culture across our schools. In the 2025 Edurio Staff Survey, we were ranked in the top 10 trusts nationally for staff satisfaction and received several awards recognising our supportive and values driven working environment. Our staff tell us they feel valued, listened to and part of a team that makes a real difference every day.  

We’re excited for the future and hope you’ll consider joining us as we continue to grow.   

Further information 

• 01977 703270 
• recruitment@halfpenny.patrust.org.uk