Teaching Assistant & Midday Supervisory Assistant

Wiltshire Council; Manton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Preshute Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant with Midday Supervisory Assistant responsibilities. The post is fixed-term until 31 August 2027, with 20 hours weekly for TA and 3 hours weekly for MDSA, term-time only.

Applicants should be prepared for a supportive team approach and alignment with the school’s values. Roles include assisting in class, lunchtime supervision, running small groups, and supporting pupils’ confidence and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience of de-escalation and restorative justice within school.
• Calm, patient and good sense of humour.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, positive and adaptable.
• Ability to engage and motivate children and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children in general classroom practice as well as at lunchtime.
• Running intervention groups.
• Supporting small groups and children 1:1.
• Supporting pupils’ self-esteem, inclusion and behaviour development.

Job description

Salary: TA Grade D, SCP 4-6 £ 26,016 - £26,847 (pro rata) & MDSA Grade B, SCP 3 £25,614 (pro rata)

Hours of work: TA role: 20 hrs per week. MDSA role: 3 hours per week.
Hours worked will be between Monday to Friday 8.45 am – 3.15 pm term time only. Exact days/hours to be discussed at interview. Minimum 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Contract: Fixed term until 31/08/2027

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

A bit about us:

Preshute Primary School is located in the heart of Manton village, walking distance from Marlborough High Street. We are deeply committed to fostering a nurturing culture where every pupil is treasured for their uniqueness. We believe in providing a safe and caring environment where individuals can truly flourish.

With a strong Christian foundation, our school values underpin everything we do. Our passionate staff are dedicated to creating a forward thinking environment. Collaboration between our children, their parents, staff and Governors is instrumental in supporting the ethos of our school. Together, we work towards our school vision of “Live Life, Love Learning”.

All about the role:

The Governors of Preshute C of E (VC) Primary School are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant with Midday Supervisory Assistant responsibilities to join our friendly and dedicated team. We are looking for a someone who is passionate about learning, sets high expectations and who shares our vision “Live Life, Love Learning”

What we will offer you:

• Opportunity to be part of a hardworking and committed team


• Children who are engaged and willing to learn

Your duties will include:

• Supporting children in general classroom practice as well as at lunchtime


• Running intervention groups


• Supporting small groups and children 1:1


• Supporting pupils’ self-esteem, inclusion and behaviour development

Preshute is looking for a candidate who:

• has high expectations for all and the ability to engage and motivate children


• is able to work as part of a team as well as on an individual basis


• will work closely with the class teacher


• builds effective relationships with children and brings enthusiasm to the role


• experience of de‑esc alation and restorative justice within school


• is calm, patient and has a good sense of humour


• supports our Christian ethos


• experience of working in within a Primary setting and can work in Early years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2


• is energetic, enthusiastic, positive and adaptable


• has emotional resilience, empathy and motivation to work with pupils with a variety of different needs

Closing date (and time): Monday 12th October 2026 at 10.00 am

Interview date: Week commencing 12th October 2026. As part of the interview process, SLT will observe you working with children

Commencement date: 3rd November 2026 or as soon as possible after this date.

This 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.