Teaching Assistant & MDSA
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.65 to £13.47 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | TA: £13.47 per hour/ MDSA: £12.65 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Chippenham, Wiltshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wiltshire Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 6740 |
Summary
Salary: TA: £13.47 per hour/ MDSA: £12.65 per hour
Hours of work: 8:30 - 15:15 Monday - Friday Term Time Only. 5.15 hours per day (Teaching Assistant) + 1 hour per day (MDSA), Full-time, Term-time only
Contract type: Fixed Term until July 2026
A bit about us
Frogwell Primary School is a caring and highly inclusive one form entry mainstream school with a supportive and welcoming staff team. Our school also hosts a Resource Base for pupils with complex learning needs.
All about the role
Frogwell Primary School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with MDSA duties to join our supportive and inclusive team. This is a classroom-based role, working closely with teachers to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and inclusion across the school.
About the Role
You will work with pupils individually, in small groups, and as part of the wider class to support learning in literacy, numeracy, and social development. The role includes supporting pupils with additional needs, promoting positive behaviour, and contributing to a safe, nurturing learning environment. Lunchtime supervision duties form part of the role.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a school or early years setting
Demonstrate good literacy and numeracy skills, with clear spoken and written English
Have a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities
Be confident supporting pupils with a range of learning, emotional, physical, or medical needs
Be able to motivate pupils, manage behaviour positively, and provide constructive feedback
Be well organised, punctual, and confident using basic IT systems
Work effectively as part of a team and communicate sensitively with parents and colleagues
Be enthusiastic, resilient, and a positive role model for pupils
Desirable (but not essential):
A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification
GCSE English and Maths at Grade A*–C (or equivalent)
Experience supporting pupils with SEN or in EYFS
Knowledge of Makaton or de-escalation strategies
Experience contributing to Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Evidence of relevant professional development
Why Join Frogwell Primary School?
A caring, inclusive school community
A supportive and professional staff team
Opportunities for training and professional development
Frogwell Primary School is an exciting place to work, with a clear vision, strong values, and a commitment to enabling every child to thrive.
Hours of work: 8:30 - 15:15 Monday - Friday Term Time Only. 5.15 hours per day (Teaching Assistant) + 1 hour per day (MDSA), Full-time, Term-time only
Contract type: Fixed Term until July 2026
A bit about us
Frogwell Primary School is a caring and highly inclusive one form entry mainstream school with a supportive and welcoming staff team. Our school also hosts a Resource Base for pupils with complex learning needs.
All about the role
Frogwell Primary School is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with MDSA duties to join our supportive and inclusive team. This is a classroom-based role, working closely with teachers to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and inclusion across the school.
About the Role
You will work with pupils individually, in small groups, and as part of the wider class to support learning in literacy, numeracy, and social development. The role includes supporting pupils with additional needs, promoting positive behaviour, and contributing to a safe, nurturing learning environment. Lunchtime supervision duties form part of the role.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a school or early years setting
Demonstrate good literacy and numeracy skills, with clear spoken and written English
Have a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities
Be confident supporting pupils with a range of learning, emotional, physical, or medical needs
Be able to motivate pupils, manage behaviour positively, and provide constructive feedback
Be well organised, punctual, and confident using basic IT systems
Work effectively as part of a team and communicate sensitively with parents and colleagues
Be enthusiastic, resilient, and a positive role model for pupils
Desirable (but not essential):
A recognised Teaching Assistant qualification
GCSE English and Maths at Grade A*–C (or equivalent)
Experience supporting pupils with SEN or in EYFS
Knowledge of Makaton or de-escalation strategies
Experience contributing to Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Evidence of relevant professional development
Why Join Frogwell Primary School?
A caring, inclusive school community
A supportive and professional staff team
Opportunities for training and professional development
Frogwell Primary School is an exciting place to work, with a clear vision, strong values, and a commitment to enabling every child to thrive.
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