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Employer
Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School
Location
Bristol, Somerset
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Part Time
Salary
JG1C SCP3 Actual salary: £4,414
Start Date
1st September 2026
Expires
28th June 2026 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Job ID
1560270
Job Reference
SMSA June 2026
Start Date
1st September 2026
  • Contract Type :Fixed term contract
  • Contract Length: 01/09/2026 - 31/08/2027
  • Job ID: 1560270

Who we are – Our school

Here at Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School, we hold a strong sense of community and partner with our families and the local church. Our vision is that all members of our school would ‘grow together towards life in all its fullness’. We do this by living out our values of compassion, courage and curiosity.

We are a one form entry school set within the North Somerset countryside, approximately five miles from the city of Bristol. We have the privilege to serve the villages of Flax Bourton and Barrow Gurney as well as the surrounding areas.

Our school was inspected by Ofsted in April 2025. We are pleased that the school has been judged as GOOD in all areas (quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management and early years). The inspection identified a successful, happy learning environment,

“Pupils enjoy learning at this school. They are eager to learn and play with their friends. The curriculum is ambitious in what it expects pupils to know.”

Inspectors noted the strong personal development of our children and noted that they are “courteous and articulate when talking to visitors” and “older pupils learn to be caring and compassionate.”

They also praised the school’s outward-looking approach, “The school ensures it prepares pupils for life beyond the locality. Pupils learn about world events and moral issues during assemblies. This helps them to become sympathetic, world citizens.”

“Staff welcome children with open arms and help them to feel comfortable in their new surroundings. Children acquire new learning well as a result.”

Who we are – our Trust

As a proud member of the Lighthouse Schools Partnership, our school belongs to an extensive network of schools. Our Trust employ more than 1,500 employees, serving almost 12,500 children across 30 schools in Bristol, Bath & North-East Somerset and North Somerset. Our school maintains its distinct identity, thanks to our Trust's belief in celebrating the individuality of every school it oversees. Embracing this philosophy, we find ourselves united in a close-knit partnership that encourages school-to-school support and the exchange of best practices. Together, we cultivate a thriving learning community, empowering both our pupils and staff to unlock their full potential and reach new heights of success.

We encourage you to browse our website for more information about Flax Bourton Primary School and the benefits on offer.

What you can expect from us

A strong, active community that brings together and values partnerships with families

A school community that is committed to ensuring that every pupil receives the best possible educational experience each and every day

An inclusive school committed to nurturing all pupils through the development of strong relationships

Supportive and reflective colleagues who are keen to learn and develop their own practice

A school committed to ongoing professional growth and development, looking to the future and exploring ‘what’s next?’

Who we are looking for

Our lunchtime provision is key to our children’s happiness at school. We are looking for someone who cares about children and makes the health, safety, behaviour and social development of our pupils central to their role. Are you able to be a role model for our children in demonstrating our school rules of bring ready, respectful and safe? We are looking for someone who will keep children safe, support healthy eating habits, teach social skills, provide emotional support whilst maintain our high expectations of behaviour and routines and do this whilst working within effectively alongside colleagues in our school.

Applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the school and meet the Headteacher. Please email the school office to arrange a tour.

Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026

Interview date: Friday 3rd July 2026

7.5 hours per week, term time only, plus 5 INSETs pro rata. Actual Salary: £4,414 (increase pending when national support staff pay rise agreed)

Attachments

Safeguarding Statement:

The Lighthouse Schools Partnership – Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in our community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.

We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School

Flax Bourton Church of England Primary School

Part of Lighthouse Schools Partnership

Lighthouse Schools Partnership