Teaching Assistant and MDSA

Old Cleeve Church of England First School; Washford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Old Cleeve Church of England First School is seeking a dedicated Midday Supervisor and Teaching Assistant to join our diverse learning community. The role blends lunchtime supervision with classroom support to help pupils access the curriculum and feel safe, valued and included.

Working 8.30am–3.30pm, 18.75 hours per week during term time plus 5 INSET days, you will help maintain positive behaviour, support social development and contribute to an inclusive lunchtime environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is preferred.
• Ability to supervise groups and promote safe, respectful behaviour.
• Commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during lunchtime ensuring safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Support children while eating lunch, encouraging independence and healthy eating.
• Supervise outdoor play, promoting inclusive, positive play experiences.
• Promote positive relationships and use restorative approaches to resolve minor disagreements.
• Attend to minor first aid needs and report incidents per school procedures.
• Maintain school behaviour and safety during lunchtime period.

Skills

Lunchtime supervision

Behaviour management

Inclusion support

Teamwork

Job description

Midday Supervisor and Teaching Assistant

Role: Midday Supervisor and Teaching Assistant

Location: Old Cleeve First School

Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date: 11.10.2026 at noon

Interview Date: w/c 12.10.2026

Grade: Grade 1 SCP 3/4

Hours of Work:

8.30am – 3.30pm

18.75 hours per week, 5 days a week

Term time and 5 INSET days

Abated salary: £11,152.00 - £11,327.00

Purpose of the Role

This is a varied role combining Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA) duties with Teaching

Assistant responsibilities.

During the lunchtime period, you will supervise and support pupils in the dining hall and

playground, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and enjoyment. You will encourage positive

behaviour, support children's social development and help create a happy and inclusive

lunchtime environment.

In the afternoon, you will work under the direct instruction of teaching and senior staff to support

teaching and learning in the classroom. You will help pupils access the curriculum, provide

targeted support for groups and individuals, and contribute to a positive learning environment

where all children can succeed.

As part of our wider inclusion ethos, you will play a key role in providing high-quality support that

helps remove barriers to learning, supports emotional, social and academic progress, and

ensures every pupil feels safe, valued and included.

Key Responsibilities - Midday Supervision

• Supervise pupils during lunchtime, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Support children whilst eating their lunch, encouraging independence and promoting good manners and healthy eating habits.
• Supervise and engage pupils during outdoor play, encouraging positive play experiences, cooperation and inclusion.
• Promote positive relationships and help children resolve minor disagreements using restorative approaches.
• Attend to minor first aid needs and report any incidents in line with school procedures.
• Ensure school expectations for behaviour and safety are consistently maintained throughout the lunchtime period.