Vacancies

Job Title: Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA)

School Name: Kersey C of E Primary School

Address: Cherry Hill, Kersey, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 6EG

Salary: Grade 2 Point 3 - £12.85 per hour / £24,796 per annum FTE

Hours: 5 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 12.00 to 1.00pm, term time only.

Contract: Temporary, Fixed Term, to start Jan 2027

Kersey C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic MDSA to join our beautiful village school. The role will include working with children from Reception to Year 6 supporting through lunch times and during outside play.

You will have:

the confidence to work as a team and contribute to the school’s development
the ability to inspire pupils through play both indoors and outdoors
ability to encourage pupils with eating / drinking
high expectations of pupils’ behaviour
have clear communication skills
a willingness to work across the primary age range
a commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
creativity and a good sense of humour!

About us

Join our close-knit community at Kersey C of E Primary School! We’re looking for an enthusiastic MDSA who would enjoy supporting children during lunch times and outside play. If you’re energetic, caring and ready to encourage young minds, we’d love to hear from you!

What will offer you

A warm and welcoming school environment with supportive staff.
Training and support will be provided, if required.
An opportunity to make a real difference to pupils’ school lives.

For more information and how to apply

Please visit our website https://www.kersey.suffolk.sch.uk/ to find out more about us. If you require an application form or more information about this job, or would like to visit the school, please email the school office at kerseyoffice@tilian.org.uk or telephone 01473 823397.

Statement on Child Protection and Safeguarding

The Tilian Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In our schools we create a culture of safeguarding which is the responsibility of all staff.

When applying for a post at one of our schools you will be subject to a safer recruitment process as follows:

If you are shortlisted, you will be required to complete a self-disclosure, which you will need to bring with you to the interview (in an envelope marked confidential).
During the interview process, the interview panel will explore your skills, experience and attitudes and the questions asked will include questions about safeguarding of children
If you accept a post at one of our schools you will be required to complete an enhanced DBS.

Closing date: Monday 16th November 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 23rd November 2026

Job Title: Teacher (NQT's welcome to apply)

School Name: Kersey C of E Primary School

Address: Cherry Hill, Kersey, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 6EG

Salary: Dependent on experience.

Hours: 4 afternoons per week, Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri; hours to be agreed

Contract: Temporary, Fixed Term, to start Jan 2027

Kersey C of E Primary School is seeking to appoint a dynamic teacher to join our beautiful village school. The role will include working in a small mixed age Year 3/4 class.

You will have:

KS2 classroom experience
the confidence to work as a team and contribute to the school’s development
the ability to inspire pupils in their learning
high expectations of pupils’ progress and behaviour
have clear communication skills
a willingness to work across the primary age range
a commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
creativity and a good sense of humour!

About us

Join our close-knit community at Kersey C of E Primary School! We’re looking for an enthusiastic teacher who loves a challenge, isn't afraid to get muddy, and enjoys supporting active learning in our delightful school environment. This is a rewarding role where every day brings new adventures, smiles and opportunities to make a real difference. If you're energetic, caring and ready to inspire young minds, we'd love to hear from you!