At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise children during lunch, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Company: Join a vibrant, multicultural primary school in Bristol.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, wellbeing support, and excellent professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Fixed term contract until August 2027 with potential for extension.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on children's lunchtime while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and ability to organise fun activities.
The predicted salary is between 24796 - 24796 £ per year.
We are searching for the best education professionals.
Employer: St Mary Redcliffe Church of England Primary School
Location: Bristol, Bristol
Contract Type: Fixed term contract
Hours: Full Time, Part Time
Contract Length: Until 31 August 2027
Salary: JG1C SCP 3 £24,796
Posted: 14th July 2026
Expires: 25th August 2026 09:00 AM
Start Date: 14th July 2026
Job ID: 1565272
Job Reference: LSP-S314
School Meals Supervisory Assistant (SMSA)
Hours: 6.25 per week (every day 12:00 – 13:15)
Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027 with a possible extension due to staffing review
Salary: JG1C SCP3 £24,796.00 per annum
Actual Salary: £3,598.67
Start Date: 01 September 2026
The Role
You will carry out all the requirements of an SMSA supervising both in our dining hall and on the playground, helping the children to have a safe and happy lunch time. An ability to organise simple games and interact with the children is desirable.
We are able to offer you the opportunity to work with an exciting and enthusiastic school of children as well as a staff team who are both supportive and eager for challenge, determined to raise our children’s outcomes on every level.
We also offer:
- Collaborative working within our Trust community to support our endeavours to work smarter.
- Excellent CPD opportunities
- Access to wellbeing support
- 24-hour confidential helpline and counselling
- Healthcare cash plan
- Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Discount retail platform with access to hundreds of discounts
Our School
St Mary Redcliffe Primary is a large, exciting, multicultural and multi-faith Church of England Primary School community in the city of Bristol. Our values and ethos are based on love and our close-knit team really do go the extra mile to engage our children in the exciting opportunities on offer at SMRP.
The Trust
The Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) is a Multi-Academy Trust which has experienced rapid growth since it started in 2016. There are currently 34 schools in the Trust. The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is cross-phase and includes Infant, Junior, Primary and Secondary schools. The Trust is a mixed MAT and includes both non-denominational and Church of England schools.
We encourage you to browse our website for more information about the Trust: Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Home
Closing Date: Monday 7 September 2026 at 9am
Interview Date: TBC
Early applications are encouraged. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should the school be able to identify an appropriate candidate.
Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons. This appointment will be subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure; Disclosure by association document; proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references. We are an equal opportunities employer. Please note the proof of right to work in the UK will be required at interview. No CV's Accepted.
School Meals Supervisory Assistant NEW in Bristol employer: SMRP
St Mary Redcliffe Church of England Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where staff are encouraged to engage with a vibrant community of children. With excellent professional development opportunities, access to wellbeing support, and a commitment to fostering a positive school culture, employees can thrive both personally and professionally in the heart of Bristol.
