The posting
St Nicholas' Chantry CofE Primary School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Midday Supervisory Assistant (MDSA) to join our dedicated team. This role is about much more than supervising lunchtime; it is about helping to create a safe, happy and inclusive environment where children can enjoy their break, build friendships and feel supported. As part of our welcoming school community, you will play an important role in promoting wellbeing and ensuring every child has the opportunity to flourish.
About St Nicholas' Chantry CofE Primary School
St Nicholas’ Chantry Church of England Primary School in Clevedon is a welcoming and aspirational Church school with a strong Christian ethos. It provides a creative, inclusive and supportive environment in which every child is individually known, valued and encouraged to achieve their very best. Guided by core Christian values and the school’s commitment to Create, Aspire and Nurture, the community fosters spiritual growth, personal development and high academic standards, ensuring pupils flourish with confidence, purpose and a deep sense of belonging.
St Nicholas' Chantry CofE Primary School is part of Futura Learning Partnership, giving colleagues the opportunity to work within their own distinctive school community while benefiting from the collaboration, shared expertise and professional connections of a wider trust.
About Futura Learning Partnership
Futura Learning Partnership is a growing, values-led multi-academy trust of 26 schools, serving more than 12,000 children and young people across five local authority areas in the South West of England. Our schools span education from nursery and primary through to secondary and post-16, supported by more than 1,700 colleagues.
Each of our schools has its own distinctive identity and deep roots in its local community, but no school works alone. Collaboration sits at the heart of Futura: schools share expertise, learn from one another and take collective responsibility for giving children and young people the best possible opportunities.
Together, we are building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish. Our commitments to inclusion, community and growth guide how we work, the decisions we make, and the experience we want to create for pupils and colleagues.
About You
We'd love to hear from someone who:
- Has good verbal communication skills and is able to communicate clearly
- Has a basic level of numeracy and literacy
- Has resilience to work in times of adverse weather conditions e.g. during periods of supervision outside in the playground, there is potential for exposure to heat and cold which on occasions, may be higher than normal
- Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities
Our Culture and Offer
We want Futura to be a place where people feel valued, supported, and able to develop. Collaboration and shared learning are part of how we work, with opportunities to connect with colleagues across our schools, develop professionally, and contribute to the wider partnership.
Eligible colleagues can access a range of benefits designed to support health, wellbeing and development. These include a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments, as well as confidential counselling and wellbeing support, Cycle to Work Scheme, gym membership discounts and opportunities for professional and career development.
Role information:
- This is a part time, permanent position, working 6.25 hours a week, Term Time Only
- Working pattern: 11.50am - 1.05pm, Monday - Friday
- Start date: 02/11/2026
How to Apply
To apply and find out more, please click the apply button:
- Closing date: 12/10/2026
- Interviews: To be held shortly after
PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.
