School Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA)

Bridge Farm Primary School; Basingstoke and Deane; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan (£500/year)

Job summary

Bridge Farm Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic SMSA to join our team. This role supports supervision of pupils at midday, ensuring safety, welfare and good behaviour during lunch.

You will work with a supportive team in a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together, contributing to our aim that every child reaches their full potential.

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Able to undertake the physical demands of the role including bending, lifting and stretching.
• Has a basic level of numeracy and literacy.
• Believes every child deserves the best opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during the lunch period to ensure safety and good behaviour.
• Assist with clearing tables and tidying the lunch area.
• Support pupils with routine needs while maintaining a supportive environment.

Skills

Team player

Physical fitness

Numeracy

Literacy

Job description

Bridge Farm Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic SMSA to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to assist in the supervision of pupils during the midday break, ensuring the safety, general welfare and behaviour of pupils during this period. You'll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You'll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.

About Bridge Farm Primary School

Bridge Farm Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive school located in the heart of Bristol, with a strong reputation for high academic standards and a nurturing environment. The school values community, creativity, and collaboration, and supports every child to thrive academically and socially.

Bridge Farm Primary School is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.

About You

• Can work collaboratively as part of a team
• Able to undertake the physical demands of the role including bending, lifting and stretching e.g. putting out and packing away tables, clearing tables, clearing up spillages
• Has a basic level of numeracy and literacy
• Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities

Our Culture and Offer

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Bridge Farm Primary School, you'll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.

• Eligible colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.

Safeguarding Statement

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children's Barred list check, two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your existing/most recent employer and completed by a Headteacher/appropriate senior manager/HR Lead, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, online searches and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children's workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the 'Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.

Equal Opportunities

At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our staff to achieve

Closing date: 13/09/2026

Interviews: To be held shortly after

Role information:

Term time only, 6.25 hours a week, 1.25 hours a day covering the lunch period