Lunchtime Supervisor - Honley High School

Kirklees Council; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 5,000 - 5,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Automatic enrolment to West YorkshireP

Free Parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye Care

Annual Flu Vaccines

Home & Technology Scheme

Rewards and discounts

GP Online and Prescription Service

Job summary

Honley High School in West Yorkshire is seeking a Lunchtime Supervisor to help create a safe, welcoming lunchtime environment for students. You will supervise students in the dining hall, around the school site and outdoor areas, encouraging positive behaviour and supporting students to make the most of their break times.

The role is permanent and term-time only, with Band B (NJC point 3) pay and a salary of £5,099 per annum.

Responsibilities

• Supervising students in the dining hall, cafe, pod, corridors and outdoor areas during lunchtime.
• Promoting positive behaviour and ensuring students feel safe, supported and included.
• Encouraging respectful interactions and helping to maintain a calm and enjoyable atmosphere.

Job description

Hours

8 hours 45 minutes per week. Monday to Friday from 12.00 noon until 1.45pm. Term time only.

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Secondary Schools

Service Area

Honley High School

Hours

8 hours 45 minutes per week. Monday to Friday from 12.00 noon until 1.45pm. Term time only.

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

HONLEY HIGH SCHOOL, STATION ROAD, HONLEY, HOLMFIRTH, WEST YORKSHIRE, HD9 6QJ

Position type

Permanent

Grade

Band B (NJC point 3)

Salary

£5,099 per annum

Advert Wording

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Honley High School

Closing Date:

Monday 28th September 2026 at 9am.

Start Date:

As soon as your notice allows.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Make a Difference Every Day…

We are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Lunchtime Supervisor to join our friendly school community. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to play an important part in creating a safe, positive and welcoming environment for our students.

As a Lunchtime Supervisor, you will help ensure that students enjoy a safe and pleasant lunchtime experience. You will supervise students in the dining hall, around the school site and outdoor areas, encouraging positive behaviour and supporting students to make the most of their break times. You will also help maintain a clean and tidy environment both inside and out through light duties such as clearing tables and litter picking across the school grounds.

What The Role Involves In a Nutshell

• Supervising students in the dining hall, cafe, pod, corridors and outdoor areas during lunchtime.
• Promoting positive behaviour and ensuring students feel safe, supported and included.
• Encouraging respectful interactions and helping to maintain a calm and enjoyable atmosphere.
• Supporting students with queries and minor issues, escalating concerns when necessary.
• Monitoring student welfare and reporting any safeguarding or behaviour concerns.
• Helping to keep the school environment clean, tidy and welcoming.
• Working as part of a supportive team to ensure smooth and effective lunchtime supervision.
• Acting as a positive role model for our students at all times.

What you’ll get in return?

You’ll be joining a school and Trust which is all about putting staff first – with numerous wellbeing initiatives and social events to enjoy each term!

In Addition To This You Will Benefit From

• Automatic enrolment to the West Yorkshire Pension Fund.
• A Supportive and forward-thinking Leadership Team.
• Staff development through proactive personal and professional development.
• Working as part of a creative and supportive team who want the best for all of our students.
• Free Parking.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Additional holidays linked to service.
• Eye Care.
• Annual Flu Vaccines.
• Home & Technology Scheme.
• Rewards and discounts.
• GP Online and Prescription Service.
• Your Care Wellbeing Platform & EAP.
• Lifestyle benefits & discounts.

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role.

If our school sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference, then we’d love to hear from you.

SAFER RECRUITMENT

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to behave in a way that supports this commitment and are subject to an enhanced DBS check; the post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). Please be aware that it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. If you are shortlisted for interview, we will undertake an online public search in line with guidance from the Department for Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026.