Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA)

Brighton & Hove City Council; Rottingdean; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA) role at Hertford Primary School, Brighton. The post covers lunchtimes (11.45am–1.15pm) during term time, 7.5 hours per week, with a fixed term to 31 August 2027 and an immediate start.

Salary range £26,403–£26,824 pro rata (£13.69–£13.90 per hour). 42.8 paid weeks per year, DBS check required, safeguarding the welfare of children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise our children during lunchtimes, both in the playground and in the lunch hall
• Have a kind, firm and fair approach with children from Reception to Year 6
• Be able to support the children to engage in play and to help them sort out any challenges that arise.
• Be prepared to go outside in most weathers or supervise play in the classrooms if the weather is really bad

Job description

Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA)

Job details

Salary £26,403 - £26,824 pro rata (£13.69 - £13.90 per hour)

Contractual hours 7.5

Job category/type Adult Learning

Date posted 14/08/2026

Job reference REQ0001392

Attachments Application Form (Support Staff).docx

Attachments MSA - Schools JDPS 9028 May 04 (1).doc

Location Hertford Primary School, Hertford Road, Brighton, BN1 7GF

Job description

The staff and children of Hertford Primary School are looking for an enthusiastic and nurturing adult to join our lunchtime team between the hours of 11.45am and 1.15pm.

Part time: 7.5 hours per week, term-time only.

Paid weeks per year: 42.8 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term: Fixed Term to 31 August 2027

Start date: As soon as possible

About the Role

You will need to:

• Supervise our children during lunchtimes, both in the playground and in the lunch hall
• Have a kind, firm and fair approach with children from Reception to Year 6
• Be able to support the children to engage in play and to help them sort out any challenges that arise.
• Be prepared to go outside in most weathers or supervise play in the classrooms if the weather is really bad

Hertford is a small primary school in Holling dean, our We CAN values; challenge, aspire and nurture are integral to all parts of our day. We are a friendly team who support each other and work together to get the best outcomes for our pupils.

There will be an opportunity to visit the school on Friday 4th September at 1.45pm, please let the school office know if you are able to attend. If you are not able to attend on this date but would like another opportunity, please get in touch and we may be able to accommodate this.

Closing date: Thursday 10 th September 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 16 th September 2026

Additional Information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company Information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Telephone: [phone]

Website: www.hertford.brighton-hove.sch.uk/brighton-hove/primary/hertfordinf