Midday Supervisory Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Willowbrook Primary School in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, is seeking a flexible Midday Supervisory Assistant to support children during lunchtime. This part-time, fixed-term role runs 5 hours per week (12:00–13:00, Monday–Friday, 38 weeks per year) starting ASAP and ending 31 August 2027.

The successful candidate will supervise meals, help set up and tidy dining areas, and assist with play supervision, with a focus on safety and a positive, friendly environment for all pupils aged 4–11.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with pupils and staff.
• First Aid training or willingness to complete.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist children in dining area and during inside/outside play.
• Support other staff to ensure lunchtime runs smoothly and safe, enjoyable meals.
• Assist with receipt and storage of school meals and dining area cleaning before and after lunch.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

First Aid training

Job description

Willowbrook Primary School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and flexible Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA) to support our children during lunchtime provision, starting as soon as possible. This part-time position is a key component of our lunchtime operations, ensuring pupils are provided with a healthy and enjoyable meal experience. Contract: Fixed term (until 31st August 2027). Working Hours: Part time (5 hours per week, 12pm until 1pm, Monday – Friday, 38 weeks per year). Required: ASAP.We are a small, warm and welcoming school, educating children between the ages of 4 and 11 years. Located in the heart of Trowbridge in Wiltshire, we are part of inclusive community where we respect, appreciate and support each other and our environment. We believe in valuing each child as an individual and encourage all children to reach their potential so they can flourish personally, academically and with a sense of pride. Our dedicated staff have the highest aspirations for all our pupils and are committed to providing them with a rich and inspiring education that will nurture them as well-rounded individuals with the confidence, ability and desire to make the world a better place. We are part of Acorn Education Trust, which provides exciting opportunities to collaborate and improve local education.Responsible for supervising and assisting children in the dining area and/or supervising them during inside/outside play, you will support other members of staff to ensure that our school lunchtime period runs smoothly while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all children at all times. The role will involve the receipt and storage of school meal delivery, preparing and cleaning the dining area before and after and lunch as well as serving meals to children.

We are looking for someone who: Has strong interpersonal and communication skills and are able to work with a variety of pupils and staff;Has superb attention to detail and organisational skills;Is self-motivated dedicated and consistent;Has the ability to deal with new challenging situations; Is a strong team player who can use their own initiative; Has a positive and flexible attitude;Has First Aid training, or is willing to complete it;Enjoys working with children and has the ability to devise creative indoor / outdoor play activities for them;Is happy to assist with general dining hall / kitchen cleaning and maintenance duties.

We can offer the successful candidate: An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;Opportunities for training and progression;The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.