Mid-day Supervisor at Larkhill Primary School

Melksham Oak Community School; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 2,900 - 3,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Menopause support network

Discounts for Teachers - All staff can

Job summary

Larkhill Primary School is seeking a MDSA (Mid-day Supervisor) to join our busy lunchtime team. The role focuses on supervising and supporting primary-aged pupils during the 12.15–1.15pm period, ensuring a safe and positive dining and play environment.

This term-time position is 5 hours per week, with an ASAP start. We value enthusiastic, reliable staff who communicate well with children and colleagues and understand safeguarding responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about working in a school environment.
• Able to communicate confidently with children and staff.
• Aware of the importance of child protection and safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support lunchtimes and supervise primary-aged pupils.
• Ensure a safe and positive lunchtime experience for all students.
• Assist with maintaining orderly conduct and safeguarding during the midday period.

Skills

School environment

Communication with children

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

About this Role

The role: MDSA (School Mid-day Supervisor)

The hours: 5 hours per week, 12.15 - 1.15pm - Monday to Friday

Working weeks: 38 - term time only

Salary: NJC J Grade - Actual Salary £2,900.79

Start: ASAP

Vacancy Details

Larkhill Primary School is an active, busy and happy school situated in the military garrison town of Larkhill. We are proud to be a values-based school where our 11 values set the foundation for success-both in school and in life. Focusing on attributes such as kindness, responsibility and cooperation ensures that our pupils develop, not only academically, but as individuals who are ready for the next stage in their journey.

In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was rated GOOD in all areas-a testament to the dedication and passion of our entire team and school community. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent curriculum enriched with a range of experiences to ensure that our students thoroughly enjoy their time at school.

We couldn't do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and as part of our midday supervisory team you would play a key role in supporting lunchtimes in our school. This is fantastic opportunity to join us on our journey, working in a school environment to support our primary-aged children and ensure they have a safe and positive lunchtime experience.

All About You

• Enthusiastic about working in a school environment.
• Able to communicate confidently with children and staff.
• Aware of the importance of child protection and safeguarding policies and procedures.

Why Work for us?

• We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos.
• Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed.
• Our children are engaged and eager to learn.
• We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.
• As part of The White Horse Federation multi-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities.

Why not come and see for yourself? We would love to welcome you to our school and show you around so that you can better understand our school environment. Please get in touch with the school office to arrange.

The Advantages of joining our Federation

• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Menopause support network

Discounts, save money on holidays, clothing and much more:

• Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
• Blue Light Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers

  Development

  • Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
  • CPD Programme
  • Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential

  Pension / Leave and Service

  • Excellent Pension Scheme*
  • Employer contributions above national standards
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
  • An additional White Horse concessionary day's leave per year

  The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before an appointment is confirmed. Please note that references will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.

  The White Horse Federation values uniqueness and recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. We value the contributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe that everyone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and operate a fair recruitment process, free from discrimination against protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.