Midday Supervisory Assistant

Job Role: MDSA
Start Date: ASAP 
Closing Date:  9am Monday 9^th February 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Hours: 5 hours - term time only

Salary:  Somerset Grade 16 Point 2 £24,413 (£3,031.17 actual)
Contract: Fixed Term until 31^st August 2026
Responsible to: Headteacher

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close advert if a suitable candidate is found.

Relationships are at the heart of St Benedict’s. Pupils, staff and parents feel a part of this warm, friendly school community.

St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School who are part of Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust (DCET), are seeking to appoint a Midday Supervisory Assistant to join the school, as soon as possible. 

We would welcome applicants who are:    

·        Willing to work well as part of a dedicated team of both MDSAs and Teaching assistants to support lunch time play as well as undertaking supervisory activities 

·        These activities would include:   

·        Leading children’s games and play so that they become more physically active during our lunchtime 

·        Encouraging children to include each other in play   

·        Supporting the school’s Sports Leaders to facilitate play with their peers   

·        Helping children to resolve disagreements independently   

·        Addressing incidents of poor behaviour choices   

·        Familiar with the need to safeguard children and understand its importance 

·        Willing to support the Catholic ethos of the school 

In addition, there may also be times where the post holder may need to carry out a variety of supervisory duties that will include:    

·        Setting up / clearing away the lunch hall.    

·        Clear spillages and cleaning the floor.   

·        Helping children with their lunches e.g cutting food   

·        Encouraging children to eat their lunches   

·        Minor first aid incidents   

·        Other tasks as specified by the school’s leadership team or senior MDSA     

We can offer you: 

·                The support needed to continue your own professional development

·                The opportunity to work with a close-knit, enthusiastic and hard-working team of staff who are committed to providing the very best for each individual in their care

·                The opportunity to inspire our caring and highly-motivated children through engaging learning.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school directly on 01761 418594

to arrange an appointment.

For any other enquires please contact  recruitment@thedcet.com

The Dunstan Catholic Educational Trust (DCET) is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children.  All staff are expected to share this commitment.  The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application and satisfactory references.