Classroom Teacher in Bristol

Join Our Team as a full-time Classroom Teacher at St Barnabas Primary School!

Start Date: 1st January 2026

Salary: Teacher Main Scale/Upper Scale (M4 – UPS 3)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 1st December 2025

Interviews are scheduled to take place on: Monday 8th December 2025

The Role

An opportunity has arisen at St Barnabas Primary School for an enthusiastic and committed KS2 Classroom Teacher to join our team and contribute positively to our wider school environment by taking a key role in delivering high quality lessons for our pupils.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold qualified teacher status
• Be a positive role model
• Be motivated to make a real difference
• Have excellent subject knowledge and understanding of the curriculum
• Effective use of differentiation strategies to meet all pupil’s needs
• Ability to use data and assessments to note areas for improvement and sustaining positive educational outcomes
• Have the ability to plan high quality, innovative lessons that motivate and inspire the children
• Share a positive vision of children’s education and development
• Have a real desire to be a part of a hardworking, supportive and creative team
• Form positive relationships with children and adults
• Have high expectations of learning and behaviour
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills

Please refer to the candidate information pack for further details about the role.

Fluency Duty

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils, parents and other users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

The Trust and School

St Barnabas CofE Primary School is a proud member of The Leaf Trust — a family of 14 schools working together to create outstanding learning environments rooted in our local communities. At St Barnabas, we’re incredibly proud of our inclusive culture and dedicated team. We warmly invite you to join our fantastic school, where you can make a meaningful difference and truly "let your light shine" (Matthew 5:16).

A Great Working Environment: Join a supportive, welcoming, and motivated team of professionals committed to making a difference.

Professional Growth: Access high-quality CPD and development opportunities to support your ongoing learning.

Pathways for Progression: With 13 other schools in the Trust, there are plenty of opportunities to grow and take on new challenges.

Employee Wellbeing: Staff benefit from a Wellbeing Day each year, Wellbeing Committees, and access to medical insurance services including physiotherapy, nursing support, surgical assistance, mental health services, stress coaching, counselling, and Mental Health First Aid training.

Financial Benefits: Enjoy a competitive pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and access to a discount retail platform.

We encourage you to browse our respective websites for more information about St. Barnabas Cof E Primary School and the Trust.

How to Apply

All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s. Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email (preferably) or telephone with details of the interview process.

Safeguarding Statement: The Leaf Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment practices, suitability to work with children and young people will be assessed during the selection process. All appointments are subject to comprehensive vetting, including an enhanced DBS check, employment and reference checks, and an online search.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups, as we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.