About this role
2 positions available
Position 1
Contract type: Permanent
FTE/Hours: 5.83 hours per week
Working weeks: Term Time Only
Salary: TPLTSS1 £3,304 (actual salary)
Location: Castle Batch Primary School, BS22 7FN
Position 2
Contract type: Fixed term contract until 31 August 2027, subject to external funding linked to your allocated student
FTE/Hours: 5 hours per week
Working weeks: Term Time Only
Salary: TPLTSS1 £2,834 (actual salary)
Location: Castle Batch Primary School, BS22 7FN
Closing Date: 7th June 2026
Proposed Interview Dates: 11th June 2026
Proposed Start Date: As soon as possible
Are you looking for a rewarding local role with a welcoming community? This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to become part of our friendly team and help make lunchtime the best part of our pupils' day.
What you will do to be successful here
Act as an integral part of the school staff team, and as such to make a contribution to the overall aims of the school, working within agreed policies and procedures. Provide the appropriate level of support needed by students to promote and encourage independence and good social behaviour. What you will need
Some experience of working with children with SEMH needs (desirable). Good interpersonal skills with both adults and children. The ability to work flexibly within a team and motivate students. Understanding of the developmental needs of children. The ability to maintain confidentiality. First Aid & Food Hygiene Qualification and experience of working with children is desirable but not essential. About us
Castle Batch Primary School is currently part of The Priory Learning Trust, a group of like-minded schools whose shared ambition is to provide A Great Education for Every Child. Whilst Castle Batch retains its own unique identity and ethos, being part of a family of schools brings additional support as well as opportunities to share expertise, provision and costs across our schools.
From September, we will be part of the newly formed Pathway Trust. Our new trust brings together two existing organisations, Castle School Education Trust and The Priory Learning Trust who have been working closely together over the last few years with great success. Pathway Trust will comprise seven secondary and thirteen primary schools across Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. We educate children from 2-18 years old. We have a strong track record of school improvement and a positive trend of improved outcomes. We are bringing together the complementary strengths and values of both trusts, with the sharing of resources and expertise across an extended network of schools enabling us to further invest in leadership and teaching for the benefit of all.
As a trust, our ambition is to enable every child to experience a great education. We have a compelling vision for each of our schools based on a deep understanding of each community we serve. Many of the challenges facing school leaders are common to all schools. Our approach to school improvement enables staff and pupils to benefit from the sharing of resources and expertise whilst remaining true to their unique identity and context. The Trust has employee development as a key priority.
We offer you
Local Government Pension Scheme: You will benefit from generous employer contributions with built in peace of mind, including a tax-free Death in Service lump sum, it ensures that your long term financial well-being is as robust as your professional legacy. Enhanced Sick Pay: Generous enhanced sick pay scheme during illness or unexpected sickness related emergencies, so you can focus on what matters most- your recovery. Family Friendly: Enhanced leave packages to support your work-life balance. Great team dynamics: Become part of a highly collaborative professional community, working with inspiring senior leaders and colleagues and sharing ideas, resources, and best practice across our family of schools. Central partnership support: You will benefit from access to high-quality central services and specialist expertise, providing strategic support to enable you to focus on leading teaching, learning and school improvement. Continuous Service: Full recognition of prior service for benefits (Modification Order) which protects and enhances employment entitlements including sick pay entitlement, job security and protection of employment rights and access to family friendly leave. Exceptional CPD: Dedicated budget and time for your professional development. Diversity & Inclusion: A proactive commitment to creating a workspace where diversity is celebrated. In order to apply for this role please complete an application form via the link above. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the process.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every Child
The trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils.