Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA) (St Philip’s Catholic Primary School) at East Sussex County Council

Tunbridge Wells, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Oct, 26

Salary

24796.0

Posted On

16 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Child Supervision, Behavior Management, Teamwork, Child Wellbeing, Patience, Nurturing

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Hours of work: 5 per week. Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service) As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata. Fixed term for: until March 2027. Closing date: Thursday 3 September 2026. For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: St Philip’s Catholic Primary School High Street Uckfield East Sussex TN22 5DJ Phone: 01825 762032 [https://01825 762032] Email: office@stphilips.e-sussex.sch.uk [office@stphilips.e-sussex.sch.uk] Website: St Philip's Catholic Primary School - Home [https://www.stphilips.e-sussex.sch.uk/] How to apply: For further details and an application form, please contact the school office: Telephone: Email: office@stphilips.e-sussex.sch.uk. [office@stphilips.e-sussex.sch.uk] Please note, we do not accept CVs. ‘Let Your Light Shine’ at St Philip’s Catholic Primary School At St Philip’s Catholic Primary School, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are a warm, positive and supportive learning community where dedicated staff work together to help every child flourish. We are looking to appoint a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA) to join our happy and popular school. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that our children enjoy a happy, safe and positive lunchtime experience. The role will involve supervising children whilst eating their lunch and outside at play time. The hours are 12:00-1:00 Monday-Friday (5 hours per week) with a start date of Monday 28th September. We are looking for someone who: * Enjoys working with children and values their wellbeing * Is patient, nurturing and approachable * Can support positive behaviour effectively * Works well as part of a team St Philip’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted. Additional Information This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record [https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record]. All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Responsibilities

Supervise children during their lunchtime and outdoor play to ensure a happy, safe, and positive experience. Support positive behavior and ensure the general wellbeing of students.