Teaching Assistant & MDSA

Teaching Assistant & MDSA Alderbury and West Grimstead CofE Primary School TA Salary: Grade D, 4-6, £25,185 - £25,989 per annum (DOE) FTE TA Actual Salary: £14,546 - £15,011, per annum (DOE) pro rata Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 31/08/2027, 25hours, 50mins per week MDSA Salary: Grade B3, £24,796 per annum (DOE) FTE MDSA Actual Salary: £2,808 per annum (DOE) pro rata Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 31/08/2027, 5 hours per week Closing date: Midnight, Monday 5th July 2026 Interview Date: Wednesday 8th July 2026 Start Date: September 2026 Job summary; We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and high-quality Teaching Assistant and MDSA to join our team. We are looking for a committed individual who brings creativity, initiative and a genuine passion for supporting early learning, alongside a strong belief in enabling every child to reach their full potential. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a happy, thriving and successful school community. You will work as part of a dedicated and supportive staff team, collaborating closely to deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences. In your role as Teaching Assistant, you will support our youngest learners in developing confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. Additionally, in your role as MDSA, you will help ensure that children are safe, happy and engaged during lunchtime and playtimes, working both independently and as part of a team. The working pattern for the Teaching Assistant is Monday - Friday, 8.45am - 3.15pm and MDSA working pattern Monday - Friday, 12.0pm - 1.00pm. Please note : The two roles are linked and form part of the overall employment package. If an employee chooses to resign from one role, they will be required to resign from the other role at the same time. 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. Please do not submit applications via the Indeed website, applications should be completed through MNT, we kindly note that CVs cannot be accepted. Our School We believe that everyone has a part to play in the education of our pupils. We value the relationships between our staff, governors and the wider community. As a Church of England school, we are also fortunate to enjoy close links with our churches in the local area. We all work together to ensure that children enjoy the challenges of a varied and inspiring curriculum that develops their curiosity and thirst for knowledge. Contact details If you require any further details regarding the role, please feel free to contact Emily Woolf, Headteacher on Admin@alderbury.wilts.sch.uk We would love to hear from you, we warmly welcome v