Term-Time MDSA: Lunch Duty & Pupil Support

East Sussex County Council; England; On-site; GBP 22,316 - 27,275; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive staff team

Free Employee Assistance Provider (EAP

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic and creative work environment

Job summary

The Southfield Trust in Sussex is offering a part-time MDSA role (term-time only) on a fixed-term contract for one year. You will support classroom staff, cover lunch periods, assist pupils with lunches and personal care, and help create an inclusive learning environment across six sites.

There is potential for additional hours through a Relief TA contract. Closing date is 4 September 2026; apply via the Trust website. Salary is pro rata from £24,796 (fte) for 10 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for education and wellbeing of children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.
• Patience, flexibility and a positive can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Cover staff lunch periods within classroom and outdoor spaces.
• Support pupils with lunches and personal care.
• Help create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor and record student progress.
• Relief TA hours may be available to cover classroom needs.
• Role may be site-specific or require movement between six sites.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

The Southfield Trust in Sussex is offering a part-time MDSA role (term-time only) on a fixed-term contract for one year. You will support classroom staff, cover lunch periods, assist pupils with lunches and personal care, and help create an inclusive learning environment across six sites.

There is potential for additional hours through a Relief TA contract. Closing date is 4 September 2026; apply via the Trust website. Salary is pro rata from £24,796 (fte) for 10 hours per week.