Class Teacher
Olveston Church of England Primary School, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS35 4DB12 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
18 June 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
2 June 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 to M4
What skills and experience we're looking for
We warmly invite applications from passionate, enthusiastic, and suitably qualified teachers who are eager to make a positive difference in children's lives. We are looking for an inspiring and ambitious class teacher—someone who is committed to providing the highest quality learning experiences and who truly values the wellbeing and personal development of every child.
Olveston Church of England Primary School is a one-form entry, voluntary controlled primary school situated in the heart of the South Gloucestershire countryside, in the village of Olveston. We currently have 200 pupils on roll, from Reception through to Year 6.
Our school is a welcoming, nurturing, and inclusive environment rooted in strong Christian values. We strive to create a happy and stimulating atmosphere where every child feels part of our school family and is supported to thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.
We welcome applications from experienced teachers as well as Early Career Teachers (ECTs). As a school, we are committed to supporting all staff to flourish in their roles through high-quality professional development, a caring team culture, and a strong ethos of collaboration and reflection.
If you are excited about the opportunity to be part of a reflective, forward-thinking school community—and to make a real impact in the classroom—we would love to hear from you.
About You
We are seeking to appoint a Class Teacher who is:
- Passionate about teaching and committed to helping every child thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.
- Focused on creating a nurturing and inspiring classroom environment, where all learners are supported and challenged to achieve their very best.
- Friendly and approachable, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families.
- Resilient, reflective, and ready to embrace both the joys and challenges of primary education.
- A strong team player who collaborates well with others and contributes positively to school life.
- Committed to continuous personal and professional development and open to new ideas and approaches.
- An excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations and a creative approach to teaching and learning.
- Whether you are an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), we would be delighted to hear from you.
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer a warm, supportive, and vibrant school community, where you will be encouraged to grow and thrive in your career. At Olveston Church of England Primary School, we provide:
- A nurturing, inclusive environment rooted in strong Christian values, where every child is known and valued.
- A beautiful and well-resourced working environment with spacious classrooms, excellent outdoor learning spaces, and inspiring grounds.
- A strong emphasis on personal and professional growth, including high-quality CPD and support tailored to your career stage.
- Dedicated mentoring and development for Early Career Teachers.
- The support of a highly experienced and inspirational teaching team who work collaboratively and share best practice.
- A reflective and forward-thinking culture that encourages innovation and creativity in teaching and learning.
- Polite, happy, and enthusiastic children who love learning.
- An over-subscribed Key Stage 1, reflecting our positive reputation and strong relationships with the local community.
- A committed governing body and a passionate parents’ association.
- A curriculum that is broad, well-developed, and exciting.
- A school that places staff wellbeing at its heart—where every team member is valued, trusted, and supported to flourish.
- A school community where people come and stay because they love what we do, and feel loved in what they do.
- A thriving and welcoming Church of England school—see our SIAMS inspection report on our website for more about who we are and what we stand for.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs are not accepted.
About Olveston Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 201 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Olveston Church of England Primary School website
- Email address
- olvestonschool@sgmail.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01454 613299
Arranging a visit to Olveston Church of England Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email olvestonschool@sgmail.org.uk.
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