Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant

Wheldon Infant School and Nursery are looking to appoint a caring, friendly and professional person to work as a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant. This position includes the supervision of children and is an essential role working in part of a team to deliver a good quality lunchtime provision.

Wheldon Infant School is a small, thriving school with big ambitions. Our staff are united by a shared commitment to excellence and a focus on improving outcomes for all our pupils. We were proud to be rated "Good" in our most recent Ofsted inspection (May 2025), and we continue to strive towards the highest standards in everything we do.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about education, eager to raise standards, and excited about working as part of a supportive, hardworking team. We welcome applications from candidates who share our vision of providing the best learning experience for our children.

For further information or to make an appointment to visit please contact Mrs Kelly Spears,Office Manager on [phone removed] or email [email removed]

Wheldon Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

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 Disqualified by Association) from working within this setting.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Kelly Spears, Wheldon Infant School and Nursery, Francis Street, Castleford, WF10 1HF or emailed to [email removed] by no later than Monday 5th October 2026 at 10am.

Interview dates: Friday 9th October 2026