Midday Supervisor (The Southfield Trust)

East Sussex County Council; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 7,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Staff wellbeing - EAP

Professional development

Dynamic and creative environment

Job summary

The Southfield Trust is seeking a part-time/term-time MDSA to support classrooms across our six sites. Two hours per day, five days a week during term time; the role is fixed-term for one year, with pro rata salary indicative of salary £25,614 full-time.

You will cover lunch periods, support pupils at lunches, assist with personal care, monitor progress, and may be asked to work at any site as needed. DBS checks apply and safeguarding is a core priority.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for education and the well-being of children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Covering the staff lunch period within the classroom and outside spaces.
• Providing support to pupils with lunches and providing personal care.
• Helping to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitoring and recording student progress.
• Relief TA contract with potential for additional hours as needed.

Skills

Passion for education

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Positive attitude

Job description

Hours and Salary

Hours of work: 10 Hours
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Join Our Team

The Southfield Multi Academy Trust consists of four outstanding special schools across six sites; South Downs School, The Lindfield School, Hazel Court School and Summerdown School. All provide the best possible educational opportunities for all its SEN learners and their families.

We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Staff Wellbeing - Free Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
• Opportunities for professional development
• A dynamic and creative work environment
• An actual salary of £6,191 based on Single Status Grade 3.7 / £25,614 (fte).
• Term time only Fixed Term contract for one year. Two hours per day, five days (10hrs) a week.
• A Relief Teaching Assistant contract, giving the opportunity for additional hours to cover a TA role in the classroom.

The Role

As a MDSA, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our classroom staff and engaging with our pupils. Your responsibilities will include:

• Covering the staff lunch period within the classroom and outside spaces.
• Providing support to pupils with lunches and providing personal care.
• Helping to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitoring and recording student progress.
• A Relief TA contract is given, allowing for additional hours to be worked and claimed if wanted and there is a need by the school.
• Whilst this role is site specific, you may be required to work at any of our six sites as cover or on a permanent basis.

About You

• A genuine passion for education and the well-being of children
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and school staff
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive can do attitude

Closing Date

CLOSING DATE Friday 2nd October 2026

Safeguarding

The Southfield Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment will be subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory DBS Enhanced clearance and references. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.