Current vacancy - MDSA 

We are looking for flexible and adaptable people to be part-time MDSAs at our school (Monday-Friday 12:00-13.30, a total of 7.5 hours per week in term time only). There are currently two posts available.

Frogwell Primary School is a caring and highly inclusive school of just under 200 children with a supportive and welcoming staff team. Our school also hosts a Resource Base for pupils with complex learning needs.

The successful candidate will be expected to support children ranging from 4 to 11 during their lunchtime, both inside in the lunch hall and outside on the playground. This post is permanent (subject to satisfactory completion of probationary period).

We need an MDSA who:

• has emotional resilience, empathy and the motivation to work with pupils with a variety of different learning and social / emotional needs
• is proactive, enthusiastic and adaptable
• is able to actively engage children in playground games and activities
• wants to work in a school with a caring, supportive and stable staff team

At Frogwell Primary School we work hard to:

• develop children who have the attitudes and skills to thrive in the world and make a positive contribution as they grow up
• inspire and enable all pupils to achieve their best
• nurture and support children to help them be physically, emotionally, mentally and socially healthy

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed - please contact the Admin Team to book a visit on 01249 652815 or admin@frogwell.wilts.sch.uk

Commencement date: As soon as possible following satisfactory clearances.

Salary: Grade B point 2 (£23,656 pro rata / £12.26 per hour)

Closing date: 22.04.25 by 12:00 noon

Interview date: To be confirmed

Additional information: You must apply using the standard Wiltshire Council application form; CVs will not be accepted. Please submit your application via the 'apply now' button on the Wiltshire Council site https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/, once it goes live there. Please refer to the job description and ensure your application fully addresses how you meet the person specification.

Frogwell Primary 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 full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.