Job Description

Teaching Assistant and MDSA

Pickwick Academy Trust would like to recruit a fixed-term member of staff to perform the roles of both a part-time Teaching Assistant and MDSA,

based at Winterslow C of E Primary School.

Both roles are interlinked so if the employee resigns from one they will have to resign from the other one at the same time too.

Hours:

Teaching Assistant

- 10 hours per week,1.00pm - 3.00pm, Monday and Friday, 38 weeks per year (term time only, excluding TD Days).

MDSA

- 5 hours per week, 12.00noon - 1.00pm, Monday and Friday, 38 weeks per year (term time only, excluding TD Days).

Salary range:

Teaching Assistant

- D4-D6 24,404 - 25,183 pro rata per annum (actual salary 5,527.72- 5,704.17 per annum) depending on experience

MDSA

- B2 - 23,656 pro rata per annum, actual salary 2,679.15 per annum

Start date:

02 September 2025

End Date:

22 July 2026

Our school:

We are proud to be a one form entry village school idyllically nestled amongst beautiful woodlands and surrounding fields. We are conveniently situated just off the A30. We are a one form entry primary school, with nearly 200 pupils on roll. In September 2021 we became part of the Pickwick Academy Trust. We are one of four schools in the Southern Hub. Our school strapline states that we 'explore, discover and sparkle as light of the world ,' this really epitomises our school ethos. We become 'light of our world' by the process of Exploring Discovering and Sparkling, echoing Jesus words (Matthew 7.7) "Seek and you will find" which enlightens our lives. When we embrace our vision process, it is by those many sparkling glints that can illuminate not only our own local world but the wider world, giving value, purpose, and life. As well as being immersed in our own locality we are proud of our global learning curriculum and know through our work that we are developing independent, outward facing citizens of the future. We are a vibrant school and our caring and positive staff are committed to providing the best primary education for all of our pupils. We have made our own bespoke curriculum which fully exploits our beautifully locality and its history. Children are supported in their learning, and through our sparkly learning gems understand that mistakes are a big part of their learning journey. It is in this nurturing environment that our children can achieve to their full potential irrespective of ability or background.

Role overview:

We are looking to appoint a new member to our team to perform the role of Teaching Assistant and MDSA at Winterslow C of E Primary School.

As a Teaching Assistant and MDSA you must be committed and flexible, be able to support groups and individual children with their learning. Being able to work as part of a team is essential as well as being able to use your own initiative. The successful candidates will need excellent communication and liaison skills and will be closely supported by a class teacher and wider team.

Duties will include:

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant you must be committed and flexible, be able to support groups and individual children with their learning. The role requires you to support the learning of specific pupils with additional educational needs either within the classrooms or 1:1, or in small groups. Being able to work as part of a team is essential as well as being able to use your own initiative. As an MDSA, duties will include supporting children at lunchtime both in the lunch hall and on the playground. As an MDSA, duties will include supporting children at lunchtime both in the lunch hall and on the playground. The successful candidates will need excellent communication and liaison skills and will be closely supported by teachers.

Duties will include:

Supporting pupils learning, either in groups in the classroom or through 1:1 work with specific children with additional needs. The exact tasks will depend on the learning support needs of the pupil/s Supporting pupils self-esteem, inclusion and behavioural development Provide physical/personal care to pupils where required Supporting the teacher/s Supporting the curriculum - Support the delivery of the English and Mathematics curriculum along with other aspects of both the National Curriculum and the enhanced curriculum offered by the school. Support the school e.g. assisting with setting up, storing and retrieving and general maintenance of classroom equipment and teaching aids. As well as classroom support, you will be required to work with children with specific needs.
We are keen to hear from individuals who are patient, calm, organised and adaptable. Being able to work as part of a team is essential, as well as being able to use your own initiative. A positive outlook and a sense of humour is essential.

The jobholder must demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This will involve undertaking annual Safeguard training and using school reporting systems for any Safeguard concerns.

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information.

How to apply:

Please go to the vacancy section on our websiteStaff & Vacancies | Winterslow CofE (Aided) Primary Schoolor alternatively use the following link

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/151736/EDV-2025-WECEPS-06887

Closing date:

12.00noon on Monday 23 June 2025

Interview date:

Wednesday 25 June 2025

Please do not apply via the Indeed website and please note that we cannot accept CVs.

Contact details

If you require any further details regarding the role, please feel free to contact Mrs Kate Malcolm (Headteacher) via the school office at admin@winterslow.wilts.sch.uk . We would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged so you can get a flavour of our fabulous school! Please contact Mrs Kate Malcolm (Headteacher) via the school office at admin@winterslow.wilts.sch.uk , if you would like to arrange a visit.

For any assistance regarding the My New Term system and the application process, please reach out to Sylwia Hulbert (Recruitment Advisor and HR Officer) at SHulbert@pickwickacademytrust.co.uk , who will be happy to help with your queries

.

EXTERNAL CANDIDATES:

If you have previously applied for one of Pickwick Academy Trust's vacancies using our My New Term applicant tracker system, please ensure that your application is updated with your current workplace details and responsibilities.

Additionally, please remember to nominate a referee. In line with KCSIE policy, the reference must come from someone within the leadership team, if you have worked in a school previously please nominate the Headteacher.

INTERNAL CANDIDATES:

If you have previously applied for one of Pickwick Academy Trust's vacancies using our My New Term applicant tracker system, please ensure that your application is updated with your current workplace details and responsibilities.

Additionally, please remember to nominate a referee from Pickwick Academy Trust. In line with KCSIE policy, we require the reference must come from Headteacher.

Talent Pool

If you do not find a suitable job on our website at this moment, we encourage you to

sign up for our Talent Pool

. By joining, you'll stay connected with our Trust and be considered for future opportunities across our 21 schools as soon as they arise. It's a great way to ensure you're on our radar for roles that match your skills and interests. Please use the following link

https://mynewterm.com/candidate-login/

to join in.

Safeguarding and Pre-employment checks

At Pickwick Academy Trust we are committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we require anyone joining our school to actively contribute to this commitment.

All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of safer recruitment due diligence. Successful candidates will be subject to a range of pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check and a barred list check if working in regulated activity

Inclusive Community

Pickwick Academy Trust is a friendly and inclusive community and is committed to equality of opportunity for all. Our aim is to ensure that no applicant or employee is discriminated against or is disadvantaged by policies, procedures, conditions or requirements. We have a caring and supportive environment where wellbeing is a key priority - flexible working requests will be considered.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 24,404.00-25,183.00 per year

Expected hours: 15 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 23/06/2025
Expected start date: 02/09/2025