Teaching Assistant and Mid-day Supervisory Assistant

Ivy Lane Primary School; Marshfield; On-site; GBP 15,688 - 16,188; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

Flexible working and family-friendly

Staff wellbeing support

Career development

Job summary

Ivy Lane Primary School is seeking a committed and flexible individual to fulfill a linked role as a Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisory Assistant. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and liaison skills, working closely with the class teacher and wider team to provide high-quality support across the classroom.

In addition, the role includes responsibilities as an MDSA, supporting children during lunchtime in both the dining hall and on the playground to help

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and liaison skills.
• Ability to work closely with class teacher and wider team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support across the classroom.
• Assist with learning activities and pupil supervision during lunchtimes as MDSA.

Job description

Teaching Assistant and Mid-day Supervisory Assistant – Ivy Lane Primary School

Salary range: D4-D6 - £25,185–£25,989 FTE
Actual Salary: £15,688–£16,188 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Part-time
Working hours: 27.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time, excluding TD days)
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 8.30am-12noon & 1.00pm-3.00pm

Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA)
Salary: B3 - £24,796 FTE
Actual Salary: £1404 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Part-time
Working hours: 2.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time, excluding TD days)
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 12noon-12.30pm

Both roles are interlinked, so if you resign from one, you must resign from the other simultaneously.

We’re happy to discuss flexible working options for all our roles.

Closing date: 12noon on Friday 4th September 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 14th September 2026
Anticipated start date: As soon as possible

Job Summary

We are seeking a committed and flexible individual to fulfill a linked role as a Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisory Assistant. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and liaison skills, working closely with the class teacher and wider team to provide high-quality support across the classroom.

In addition, the role includes responsibilities as an MDSA, supporting children during lunchtime in both the dining hall and on the playground to help ensure a safe and positive environment.

The successful candidate will be a team player, able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff, and will receive close support and guidance from teachers and colleagues.

Benefits

• Excellent pension scheme
• Flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing support & counselling
• Strong central team support and a sense of family and belonging
• Staff involvement in shaping key HR policies
• Free eye tests (and glasses if required for your role)
• Free annual flu jab
• Retail discounts & savings, including Wiltshire Rewards retail savings/Blue Light Card
• Emergency salary advance scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Ongoing career and professional development

EEO Statement

As a Diversity & Inclusion employer, we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled, neurodivergent, or otherwise needing applicants. For any application support, please contact [e-mail].

Safeguarding & Legal Requirements

Pickwick Academy Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff, governors, trustees and volunteers share this commitment.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they are considered “spent.” An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken prior to commencement.