About this role
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.