Broad Chalke Primary School is looking to appoint a caring and motivated Mid-Day Supervisor Assistant (MDSA) to join our friendly team and provide supervision to pupils over the lunch period. 

To work 12:00pm to 1:30pm  Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday (term time only).   This can be part of a job share, please specify which day/s you would be able work on your application form.

The key purpose of the job is to:

• Safeguard children during the lunchtime period
• Setting up the school hall ready for lunchtime
• Clearing and tidying away after lunch
• Distributing/helping children with their lunches
• Encouraging positive play and interaction among the children
• Administer basic first aid when required

You should:

• Be able to build a strong and appropriate rapport with children;
• Demonstrate the aptitude to work as part of a successful team;
• Have effective communication skills;
• Be able to support children in their play, while maintaining the children's safety and following the school's behaviour guidelines;
• Be able to demonstrate good food hygiene practices and follow the school health and safety policies

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness 

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all.  If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.

When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

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 number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.