Job introduction

Monday to Friday 12.20 – 1.20 pm (up to 5 days per week*)

Hourly rate = £13.69

(*minimum of 2 days per week would be considered but ideally 5 days per week)

We are looking for an MDSA to work with our friendly and supportive team of lunchtime staff and play leaders.  You will need to: 

• Supervise our children during lunchtimes, both in the playground and in the canteen
• Have a firm and fair approach with children from Year 3 to Year 6
• Have good inter-personal skills and a calm manner
• Be either first-aid trained or willing to undertake similar training 

For more information, please contact Sarah Shaw, School Business Manager: sarahshaw@hovejun.brighton-hove.sch.uk 

Paid weeks per year: 43.78 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: As soon as possible

About the role

Employment under the Federated Board includes all locations/sites where both schools operate. Under this contract, you may be asked to work across different locations under the Federated Board, either temporarily or permanently.

We are proud that our school is a culturally rich and diverse place of learning, and we are keen to encourage people from diverse ethnic backgrounds to apply and join our staff team. The school has a strong focus on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion for our pupils, staff and governors and we are passionate about creating an environment where every pupil can thrive. We are also very proud that Hove Junior School is an Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM) Centre of Excellence.

Closing date: 9^th November 2025

Interview date: To be confirmed 

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: sarahshaw@hovejun.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone: (01273)   916609

Website: www.hovejuniorschool.co.uk

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.