Teaching Assistant and MDSA at Ivy Lane Primary School

Teaching Assistant and Mid-day Supervisory Assistant Ivy Lane Primary School

TA

Salary range: D4-D6 - £26,016-£26,847 FTE

Actual Salary: £16,205 - £16,723 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Part-time

Working hours: 27.5 hours per week, working 38 weeks per year (term time, excluding TD days)

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 12noon plus 1.00pm to 3.00pm

MDSA

Salary: B3 £25,614 FTE

Actual Salary:£1450 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Part-time

Working hours: 2.5 hours per week, working 38 weeks per year (term time, excluding TD days)

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 12noon to 12.30pm

Both roles are interlinked so if you resign from one, you will need to resign from the other one simultaneously.

We're happy to talk flexible working options in regards to all our roles

Closing date: 19th October 2026

Interview Date
: 10th November 2026

Anticipated

Start Date:

As soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint a committed and flexible individual to a linked role as a Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisory Assistant. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and liaison skills and will work closely with the class teacher and wider team to provide high-quality support across the classroom.

In addition, the role includes responsibilities as an MDSA, supporting children during lunchtime in both the dining hall and on the playground to help ensure a safe and positive environment.

The successful candidate will be a team player, able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff, and will receive close support and guidance from teachers and colleagues.

Full details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification.

The successful applicant will support a community where everyone is encouraged to reach their potential, work together toward shared goals, feel valued, enjoy a positive environment, and build relationships founded on kindness and trust.

Ivy Lane School is a two-form entry Primary School in the centre of Chippenham, Wiltshire and is part of the Pickwick Academy Trust. We also have our on-site Sunflowers Nursery which accepts children from the age of 3 years old.

We believe in 'Learning for Life', aiming to equip every child with both the skills to be successful beyond their primary years and a life-long appetite for learning. The school community really is a special place to learn.

Ofsted March 2026 recognised this; "Leaders demonstrate a commitment to pupils' wellbeing and safeguarding, they create as sense of belonging for all pupils, and support staff's wellbeing, which is reflected in a positive team culture".

Our school values of 'Learning, Environment, Others and Ourselves' underpin our ethos. We place a huge importance on outdoor learning and are very lucky to have Forest Schools Provision. We also have an extensive provision of social and emotional support for our children.

We warmly welcome visits to our school and would be delighted to show you around our school.

If you require any further details regarding the role, please feel free to contact Mrs Kerry Nowosielski, Admin Officer  would love to hear from you, we warmly welcome visits to our school and would be delighted to show you around our school.

You'll be joining a trusted community that is built on shared values and genuine care for every learner. As part of 21 schools, you will benefit from shared expertise, strong professional development, and clear pathways for progression. Our scale allows us to invest in high-quality training, mentoring, and resources to help you succeed. we offer a supportive, inclusive workplace where staff wellbeing truly matters, including;

• Excellent pension scheme
• Flexible…