Key Role Information

Salary
£24,413.00 FTE (actual salary £3,456.00) per annum
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
09/03/2026 10:00
Interview
To be confirmed
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Support Staff | 2 - 2
Department
Learning Support
Key stage
Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Hours per week
6.25
Weeks per year
43.700
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

A rewarding role at the heart of our school 

Make a real difference - join our friendly team at De Lacy Primary School! 

We’re looking for a warm, caring Lunchtime Supervisor to help make lunchtimes happy, safe and enjoyable for our children. If you enjoy working with children and want a role that fits perfectly around the school day, we’d love to hear from you. 

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 

  • 6.25 hours per week 
  • Fixed term contract until Friday 17 July 2026 
  • Monday - Friday, term time only 
  • Lunchtime hours between 12:00 and 13:30 (final times confirmed at interview) 
  • To start as soon as possible

How to apply

To apply, visit Reception at De Lacy Primary School to collect an application form, or apply online via our website

About De Lacy Primary School 

De Lacy Primary School is a warm, caring and high‑achieving school where children are polite, happy and a joy to work with. Rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted, our strong, supportive culture helps pupils achieve excellent results. 

Our staff value the positive team atmosphere too - 95% say they would recommend De Lacy as a great place to work. 

If you’re passionate about supporting children and want to join a kind, respectful and collaborative team, De Lacy Primary School is a fantastic place to be. 

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 

De Lacy Primary School is part of Pontefract Academies Trust, recently recognised as one of the top 10 trusts nationally for staff satisfaction (Edurio 2025). We’re excited about our upcoming partnership with Ark Schools, creating even more opportunities for staff across both trusts.  Please click here to find out more about the Pontefract Academies Trust and Ark Schools merger. 

Qualifications

Basic numeracy and literacy skillsessential
Level 2 Numeracy / Literacy or willingness to work towardsdesirable
Understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection issuesdesirable

About Us


De Lacy Primary School

Miss K Lodge

recruitment@delacy.patrust.org.uk

Chequerfield Lane
Pontefract
West Yorkshire
WF8 2TG

Safeguarding Information

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.


The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed 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.  Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.