Mid-day Supervisory AssistantEDV/2026/PAT/32640 in Corsham

Mid-day Supervisory Assistant at Pickwick Academy Trust

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Job Reference #: EDV/2026/PAT/32640

Job Category: Professional & Support | Other Support

Location: Corsham Primary School, Pound Pill, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9YW

Contract Type: Temporary/Permanent

Contract Term: Part-Time

Salary: £25,614.00 Annually (FTE)

Closing Date: Midday, Sun 22nd Nov, 2026

Start Date: TBC

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): TBC

About this role

As an expanding and continuously developing Trust, Pickwick Academy Trust regularly creates new opportunities across our schools. We are therefore advertising Midday Supervisory Assistant roles on an ongoing basis, allowing us to connect with individuals interested in joining one of our 21 schools as opportunities arise.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive, inclusive, and values-driven school community. While there may not always be an immediate start date at the point of application, suitable candidates will be contacted when a Midday Supervisory Assistant role becomes available that aligns with their experience, location preferences, and availability.

We are looking for a caring and responsible individual who enjoys working with children. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school community and make a positive difference to pupils’ lunchtime experience. You will help ensure children are safe, happy, and engaged during lunch and play, working as part of a team or independently under the guidance of the Senior MDSA.

The ideal candidate will be approachable, patient, and proactive in maintaining a positive and inclusive environment, while supporting the school’s ethos, values, and safeguarding practices. This role offers the chance to play an important part in the school day, helping children enjoy their lunch break safely and positively.

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.

Contact details: If you require any further details regarding the role, please feel free to contact Recruitment Advisor and HR Officer, Sylwia Hulbert on shulbert@pickwickacademytrust.co.uk We would love to hear from you, we warmly welcome visits to our school and would be delighted to show you around our school.

Why choose Pickwick Academy Trust

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 working and family-friendly policies




• Employee wellbeing support & counselling




• Strong central team support and a real sense of family and belonging




• Staff involvement in shaping key HR policies




• Free eye tests (and glasses if required for your role)




• Free annual flu jab




• Retails Discounts & savings, including Wiltshire Rewards retail savings/ Blue Light Card




• Emergency salary advance scheme




• Cycle to Work Scheme




• Ongoing career and professional development

Our vision is to provide the very best education, empowering our children to become lifelong learnings, global citizens and deep thinkers. We are seeking dedicated staff to join our supportive trust and help make a real impact. Our mission is to attract and retain individuals who share our values and vision.

What We Value In Our Team

At Pickwick Academy Trust, we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. We are looking for colleagues who can work in a way that reflects our values of aspiration, collaboration, inclusion, enjoyment, and nurturing relationships. This means setting clear goals, working respectfully with others, treating everyone fairly, creating a positive environment, and building supportive and consistent relationships with pupils and colleagues. You do not need to “be a certain type of person” to succeed here, what matters is how you work. If you want to support children to do well, enjoy being part of a team, and want to contribute to a warm, inclusive, and ambitious Trust, we would be delighted to receive your application.

PICKWICK ACADEMY TRUST Sites Include

• All Saints CE VC Primary School,Giles Lane, Bishop's Caundle,Sherborne,Dorset,DT9 5NQ




• Alderbury and West Grimstead CofE Primary School, Firs Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 3BD




• Aloeric Primary School, Saint Michael’s Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6HN




• Corsham Primary School, Pound Pill (SN13 9YW) and Broadwood (SN13 0LX) sites, Corsham, Wiltshire




• Gillingham Primary School, School Road, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4QR




• Gomeldon Primary School, Gomeldon, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 6JZ




• Greentrees Primary School, Infant Site, Sycamore Drive, Bishopdown Farm, Salisbury, Wiltshire, WP1 3GZ and Junior Site, Saunders Avenue, Riverdown Park, Salisbury, SP1 3PG




• Ivy Lane Primary School, Ivy Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire. SN15 1HE




• Longford Primary School, High Road, Britford, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP5 4DS




• Ludwell Primary School, Coronation Close, Ludwell, Dorset, SP7 9ND




• Milton on Stour CofE (VA) Primary School, Milton on Stour, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5QD




• Pitton CofE (VA) Primary School, White Way, Pitton, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 1DT




• Princecroft Primary School, Princecroft Lane, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 8NT




• Queen’s Crescent Primary School, Windsor Close, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 0QT




• St Andrew's CE VA Primary School, 16 Church Road, Laverstock, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1QX




• St George’s CofE (VA), Primary School, Church Track, Bourton, Dorset, SP8 5BN




• St Gregory’s CofE (VA), Primary School, New Street, Marnhull, Stuminster, Newton, Dorset, DT10 1PZ




• Winterbourne Earls Church of England Primary School, Summerlug, Winterbourne Earls, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 6HA




• Winterslow CE (Aided) Primary School, Middle Winterslow, Winterslow, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 1RD




• Woodford Valley C of E Primary Academy, Middle Woodford, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP4 6NR




• Wyke Primary School, Deane Avenue, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4SH

Safeguarding Statement

Pickwick Academy Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, governors, trustees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. As such, all applicants are required to disclose any criminal convictions, cautions, warnings, or reprimands, even if they are considered “spent.” An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken prior and a requirement to the commencement of any employment.

References will be requested at the shortlisting stage for all roles and may be used during the interview process. If any of your previous employments includes working with children, one referee must be from that role regardless of whether it is your current or most recent position. If you currently work in a Pickwick Academy School, please nominate your current Headteacher. All gaps in employment must be accounted for and explained in the relevant section of the application form.

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026 and our safer recruitment procedures, an online search will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates. This search will involve reviewing publicly available information to help assess a candidate’s suitability to work with children. Further guidance will be provided to shortlisted candidates, who may be asked to clarify aspects of their online presence.

Related Documents

• Job Description - MDSA.pdf




• Person Specification - MDSA.pdf




• Pickwick Academy_Applicant Inf...pdf




• Reference Requirements For App...pdf

Contact Details

Sylwia Hulbert, Recruitment Advisor and HR Officer

shulbert@pickwickacademytrust.co.uk

Personal Statement Section Questions

• Which school(s) within Pickwick Academy Trust would you like to be considered for?




• In addition to the role you are applying for, would you like to be considered for any other roles within Pickwick Academy Trust? If yes, please list any other roles you would be interested in being considered for and briefly explain how your skills, qualifications or experience would be relevant to those roles.




• How many days/hours per week would you ideally like to work?




• Which of the Pickwick Academy Trust’s values resonates most with you, and why? (Aspiration, Collaboration, Inclusion, Enjoyment or Nurturing Relationships.)




• Please enter your personal statement below

Open Data obtained from: Department for Education

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