MDSA
| Posting date: | 26 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 October 2025 |
| Location: | Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 4NT |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | ada88bc4-865a-45d8-8e5d-b7098bfac0c4 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
St Barnabas is looking to recruit a passionate and enthusiastic MDSA to join their team. Working as a member of staff within our Trust you will be a part of a team and play an active role in ensuring the learning and development of all our young people.
The working hours for this role are expected to be, 12:15 – 13:15 Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year.
Some of your duties and responsibilities will include, supervision of children, either in the lunch hall or other areas in the school, whilst they are eating lunch or taking part in lunchtime activities. Clearing spillages, clean tables and chairs, stack tables and chairs that are used during the lunch break, sweep floors and wash up cutlery and crockery as directed. The post holder will be constantly walking and standing. It is imperative that you contribute to the maintenance of a safe environment by managing behaviour effectively in accordance with the Trust's behaviour policy.
For a complete Job description, Person Specification and Candidate Briefing Pack please view the attached documents. We recommend viewing these documents as this will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.
What the school offers its staff
St Barnabas is a happy, hard-working and successful school. Our aim is to provide a nurturing and positive learning environment where children are truly at the heart of everything we do, while striving for the highest standards of behaviour and achievement. The success of every child matters deeply to us all.
We offer a wide range of exciting opportunities across academic, sporting, musical and creative areas. Children are encouraged to take part in as many aspects of school life as possible, developing confidence, curiosity and a love of learning.
Our nursery is an integral part of the school and works closely with our Reception classes to ensure a smooth transition into full-time education. This helps children to feel confident, familiar with school life and included in whole-school activities from the very beginning. We also provide our own high-quality and affordable wraparound care, including breakfast and after-school clubs.
Of course, the best way to experience our school is to visit us in person. We are always proud to show guests around St Barnabas and to share the warmth and vibrancy of our community. Please contact the school office if you would like to arrange a visit.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
St Barnabas is looking to recruit a passionate and enthusiastic MDSA to join their team. Working as a member of staff within our Trust you will be a part of a team and play an active role in ensuring the learning and development of all our young people.
The working hours for this role are expected to be, 12:15 – 13:15 Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year.
Some of your duties and responsibilities will include, supervision of children, either in the lunch hall or other areas in the school, whilst they are eating lunch or taking part in lunchtime activities. Clearing spillages, clean tables and chairs, stack tables and chairs that are used during the lunch break, sweep floors and wash up cutlery and crockery as directed. The post holder will be constantly walking and standing. It is imperative that you contribute to the maintenance of a safe environment by managing behaviour effectively in accordance with the Trust's behaviour policy.
For a complete Job description, Person Specification and Candidate Briefing Pack please view the attached documents. We recommend viewing these documents as this will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.
What the school offers its staff
St Barnabas is a happy, hard-working and successful school. Our aim is to provide a nurturing and positive learning environment where children are truly at the heart of everything we do, while striving for the highest standards of behaviour and achievement. The success of every child matters deeply to us all.
We offer a wide range of exciting opportunities across academic, sporting, musical and creative areas. Children are encouraged to take part in as many aspects of school life as possible, developing confidence, curiosity and a love of learning.
Our nursery is an integral part of the school and works closely with our Reception classes to ensure a smooth transition into full-time education. This helps children to feel confident, familiar with school life and included in whole-school activities from the very beginning. We also provide our own high-quality and affordable wraparound care, including breakfast and after-school clubs.
Of course, the best way to experience our school is to visit us in person. We are always proud to show guests around St Barnabas and to share the warmth and vibrancy of our community. Please contact the school office if you would like to arrange a visit.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.