Lunchbreak Supervisor

Start Date: October 2026

Salary: Grade 13: £24,796 FTE (Actual Salary £4,914.43 based on weeks worked and hours)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 8 hours 45 minutes per week (Monday to Friday), Term Time only to exclude inset days (38 Weeks)

Application Closing Date: 07/09/2026 

Interview Date: To be confirmed

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The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly person to join our fantastic lunchtime team to help supervise children in the dining hall and the playground, and to encourage children to engage through play and positively with each other at lunch times.

We are looking for an individual who: 

✅ Can assist in the promotion of a healthy eating 

✅ Is flexible and able to adapt to ensure a smooth running of our lunch service 

✅ Maintains a calm and consistent approach to working with the children. •

✅ Somebody who can communicate well with children, other staff and teachers

✅ Shares the school’s vision and values

✅ Has a patient, empathetic and conscientious nature and who is committed to providing the best care and service for our children

✅ Possesses good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team 

Please refer to the candidate information pack, under "supporting documents" for more information about the role. ​

Fluency Duty 

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

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The School and Trust:

Wheatfield Primary School is a proud founding member of The Leaf Trust.. The Trust now comprises 18 schools — 14 primary, two infant, and two junior — and is committed to creating exceptional learning environments that serve and reflect our local communities. We are delighted to be part of a Trust that champions joyful, inclusive Primary and Early Years education rooted in strong relationships and shared values.

At Wheatfield, our motto — ‘Inspired to Achieve’ — drives everything we do. We want every child to flourish across all aspects of school life, from exploring creative interests and building friendships to solving complex problems and embracing new challenges. We are a nurturing and ambitious school, where children are supported by skilled, dedicated staff and encouraged to be confident, respectful, and resilient learners. Our friendly team works in close partnership with families to ensure that every child feels safe, seen, and inspired to succeed.

We can offer you:

• A Great Working Environment: Join a skilled, supportive, and hard-working team with a warm, inclusive ethos and strong links to the local community.
• Collaboration and Shared Learning: Be part of a family of schools that promotes the exchange of ideas, mutual support, and shared expertise across the Trust.
• Professional Growth and Career Progression: Access tailored CPD, coaching, mentoring, and apprenticeship opportunities, with clear pathways to develop and progress across our network of 14 schools.
• Employee Wellbeing: We prioritise your wellbeing with an annual Wellbeing Day, active Wellbeing Committees, and access to a comprehensive medical benefits package — including physiotherapy, nursing support, surgical assistance, counselling, mental health services, and stress coaching. We’re committed to a healthy work-life balance and listen to staff through regular wellbeing surveys.
• Financial Benefits: Enjoy excellent pension schemes, a Cycle to Work scheme, and access to a retail discount platform to help you save. 

📝 How to Apply

All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups, as we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.