Teaching Assistant & MDSA

Wiltshire Career Site; Malmesbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Lea and Garsdon CE Primary School is seeking a highly committed Teaching Assistant to work within a class setting. The role may involve supporting small groups of pupils as well as providing individual support as required, including 5 hours MDSA to supervise lunchtime play and promote our OPAL provision while supporting positive behaviour.

The successful candidate will have significant experience with pupils, work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to deliver targeted support, and

Qualifications

• Significant experience working with pupils.
• Ability to deliver targeted support through intervention programmes.
• Support inclusive ethos and behavioural development.

Responsibilities

• Work with the class teacher and SENDCo to deliver targeted support.
• Support small groups and provide individual assistance as required.
• Promote positive behaviour and contribute to lunchtime supervision.
• Be part of promoting OPAL provision and school life.

Skills

Experience with pupils

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Enthusiasm

Job description

Salary: TA Grade D depending on experience (£26,016 - £26,874 pro-rata) MDSA Grade B (£25,614 pro-rata)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 17.5 hours per week, 8:30am - 12:00 midday pm, Monday to Friday, plus 5 hours MDSA 12:00 - 13:00 term-time only

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Lea and Garsdon CE Primary School for further information.

Lea and Garsdon CE Primary School is seeking to appoint a highly committed and experienced Teaching Assistant to work within a class setting. This role may involve supporting small groups of pupils as well as providing individual support as required. In addition we would like the appointment to include 5 hours MDSA to supervise lunchtime play and be part of preomoting our fabulaous OPAL provision at the school whilts supporting positive behaviour.

The successful candidate will:

• Have significant experience working with pupils.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to deliver targeted support through intervention programmes.
• Support the inclusive ethos of the school, ensuring every child has the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
• Support children’s self-esteem, inclusion, and behavioural development.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour and support children to make positive choices.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Be enthusiastic, flexible, and contribute actively to the broader life of the school.
• Be patient and adaptable, capable of managing challenging behaviour.
• Bring energy, imagination, initiative, and a positive outlook to their role.

We can offer:

• An innovative and forward-thinking school environment.
• A warm, welcoming, and nurturing culture.
• A friendly and dedicated team of staff.
• Enthusiastic and caring children.
• Opportunities for high-quality professional development.

While experience and qualifications are advantageous, our priority is to appoint the right person who will compliment our team.

Closing date (and time): 9am Monday 5th October 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 13th October 2026

Commencement date: Monday 2nd November 2026 – Subject to DBS and reference checks

Additional information about our school can be found on our website https://www.leagarsdon.wilts.sch.uk/

Lea and Garsdon CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not 'protected' under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.