At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise pupils during lunchtime, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
- Company: Join the vibrant Bridge Farm Primary School in Bristol.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive team, professional development, and a health cash plan.
- Other info: Term time only, flexible hours, and a commitment to inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lives in a nurturing environment.
- Qualifications: Team player with basic literacy and numeracy skills.
The predicted salary is between 11250 - 13750 £ per year.
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.
School Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA) employer: Bridge Farm Primary School
Bridge Farm Primary School is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture where every staff member is valued and inspired to contribute to the wellbeing and development of pupils. Located in the vibrant heart of Bristol, the school provides meaningful professional development opportunities and a fully funded Health Cash Plan, ensuring that employees are well-supported both personally and professionally. Join us in making a difference in children's lives while thriving in an inclusive environment dedicated to high academic standards and community values.
Contact Details:
Bridge Farm Primary School Recruitment Team
