Teaching Assistant and MDSA

Midday Supervisor and Teaching Assistant

Role: Midday Supervisor and Teaching Assistant

Location: Old Cleeve First School

Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date: 11.10.2026 at noon

Interview Date: w/c 12.10.2026

Grade: Grade 1 SCP 3/4

Hours of Work:

8.30am – 3.30pm

18.75 hours per week, 5 days a week

Term time and 5 INSET days

Abated salary: £11,152.00 - £11,327.00

Purpose of the Role

This is a varied role combining Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA) duties with Teaching

Assistant responsibilities.

During the lunchtime period, you will supervise and support pupils in the dining hall and

playground, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and enjoyment. You will encourage positive

behaviour, support children's social development and help create a happy and inclusive

lunchtime environment.

In the afternoon, you will work under the direct instruction of teaching and senior staff to support

teaching and learning in the classroom. You will help pupils access the curriculum, provide

targeted support for groups and individuals, and contribute to a positive learning environment

where all children can succeed.

As part of our wider inclusion ethos, you will play a key role in providing high-quality support that

helps remove barriers to learning, supports emotional, social and academic progress, and

ensures every pupil feels safe, valued and included.

Key Responsibilities -  Midday Supervision

Supervise pupils during lunchtime, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour.

 Support children whilst eating their lunch, encouraging independence and promoting

good manners and healthy eating habits.

 Supervise and engage pupils during outdoor play, encouraging positive play experiences,

cooperation and inclusion.

 Promote positive relationships and help children resolve minor disagreements using

restorative approaches.

 Attend to minor first aid needs and report any incidents in line with school procedures.

 Ensure school expectations for behaviour and safety are consistently maintained

throughout the lunchtime period.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and head teachers must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. An Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required from the successful candidate.This vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act as the work brings employees into contact with children who are regarded by the Act as a vulnerable group.   

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity or religion. We are also committed to the protection and safety of students. We expect all adults who work at the Academy to take full responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students at this Academy.