Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA)EDV/2025/MCEPS/99312

Pickwick Academy Trust; Milton on Stour; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Milton on Stour seeks a Midday Supervisory Assistant to develop caring relationships with pupils and supervise them during lunchtime. This part-time role requires individuals who are patient, calm, and adaptable, working as part of a team and ensuring the safety of students. The ideal candidate should have a positive attitude and a sense of humour. The role offers a salary of £4,188 per annum, with generous perks and a supportive community.

Benefits

Generous contributory pension provision

Family-friendly policies

Commitment to flexible working

Access to employee wellbeing support

Free eye tests

Free annual flu jab

Discounts on new and used cars

Emergency salary advance scheme

Qualifications

• Must be able to develop caring relationships with pupils.
• Experience in supervising children preferred.
• Ability to ensure safety and engage in activities with students.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during lunchtime and ensure their safety.
• Assist with cleaning the dining hall and equipment.
• Engage in lunchtime activities with pupils.

Skills

Patience

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Positive outlook

Sense of humour

Job description

About This Role

Position: Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA), permanent part‑time, 7.5 hours per week (11:45 am–1:15 pm, Monday–Friday, 38.2 weeks per year). Salary: £24,413 pro‑rate (£4,188 actual per annum). Location: Milton‑on‑Stour Church of England Primary School, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 5QD. Closing date: 12:00 pm, Monday 5 January 2026.

Role Overview

In this role you will develop caring relationships with pupils during lunchtime and supervise them in the lunch hall or other school areas. Responsibilities include supervising students, ensuring their safety whilst eating or engaging in lunchtime activities, and assisting with the clearing and cleaning of the dining hall and equipment, including light manual handling.

We are looking for individuals who are patient, calm, organised and adaptable, who can work as part of a team and use their own initiative. A positive outlook and a sense of humour are also essential.

What We Offer

• Generous contributory pension provision
• Family‑friendly policies
• Commitment to flexible working
• Generous terms and conditions, and transparent policies with staff consulted directly on all key HR policies
• Access to employee wellbeing support and counselling telephone support for all staff
• Strong central team committed to and providing high level of support for staff at all levels
• People strategy in place setting out the Trust’s commitments and initiatives to support staff
• A real family and togetherness feel, where everyone is included and listened to, and ensures no one feels isolated
• Free eye tests (for those assessed as regular Display Equipment Users, and glasses if needed specifically for particular roles)
• Free annual flu jab
• Partnership with the MotorSource Group, enabling staff to benefit from discounts on new and used cars (average £4 k saving on a standard new car)
• Wiltshire Rewards (LA scheme enabling discounts across a range of retail outlets – available to Wiltshire schools)
• Emergency salary advance scheme

How to Apply

Apply before 12:00 pm, Monday 5 January 2026. Interviews will be scheduled on a suitable date.

Please be aware that this role may close ahead of the deadline if sufficient applications are received.

Safeguarding and Pre‑employment Checks

Pickwick Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. All shortlisted candidates will undergo online searches as part of safer recruitment due diligence and successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and barred list checks where required.

Inclusive Community

Pickwick Academy Trust is a friendly and inclusive community committed to equality of opportunity for all. We aim to ensure no applicant or employee is discriminated against or disadvantaged by policies, procedures, conditions or requirements. Flexible working requests will be considered. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023.

Contact Details

Jemma Smith
01747 822 588
[e-mail]
http://www.milton.dorset.sch.uk

Related Documents

• Job Description MDSA - Milton On Stour Primary School.pdf
• Person Specification MDSA.pdf
• Pickwick Academy_Applicant Information Pack Version May 2025.pdf