Job Description

Community Ambassador - Bligh Primary School

Fixed-Term Contract | Part-time | 15 hours per week | Term-time only | 38 weeks per year

Are you passionate about bringing people together, building connections, and making a real difference in the lives of children and families? Do you love working with people and want to be part of a school that truly values its community?

Bligh Primary School

is looking for a

Community Ambassador

to join our team!

This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of our school's community work -- helping to build strong, meaningful partnerships between families, local organisations, and the school. You'll also join a network of Community Ambassadors across the

Maritime Academy Trust

, sharing ideas and initiatives to help every child thrive.

What's the role all about?

As a Community Ambassador, you'll:

Build relationships with local businesses, charities, and services Help us unlock new opportunities for families through partnerships and community-led initiatives Support and organise school events like coffee mornings, parent workshops, and community socials Represent the school in the local area and raise its profile Signpost families to local support services and resources Work closely with the pastoral team and wider Trust community to make a real impact
Whether it's helping to run a workshop for parents, setting up a community initiative or simply being a friendly face to families and the local community -- this is a role where your ideas, compassion, and creativity will go a long way.

What kind of person are we looking for?

We're looking for someone who is:

Empathetic, caring, and a great listener Confident with people from all walks of life Organised, proactive, and able to manage their own time Resilient and able to adapt to changing situations Driven to make a positive impact in the school and wider community

What kind of experience might you have?

Community experience comes in many forms. You might have:

Helped with a PTA or school fundraising event Supported a local sports team or youth group (coaching, admin, etc.) Been part of a local committee or community board Volunteered as a parent helper on school trips or supported reading in class Given your time to a local charity or worked in a charity shop Helped organise or run community events or fundraisers
If you've played a role in bringing people together or supporting your local area, that's the kind of experience we'd love to hear about.

You'll be working independently, but never alone -- you'll have the support of our brilliant team at

Bligh

, who are dedicated to supporting children and families with wellbeing, behaviour, and emotional needs. You'll also be part of a friendly network of Community Ambassadors across the Trust, so you'll always have people to share ideas with and turn to for advice.

This is a term-time only, part-time role (

15 hours per week

), with flexible working hours. Your time might be split between working on-site, out in the community, or occasionally from home. More information can be found in the candidate application pack.

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Why join Bligh?

Bligh Primary School

, based in

Strood

, is a nurturing, inclusive and forward-thinking school with a strong commitment to community engagement and wellbeing. Our team works collaboratively to ensure that every child and family is welcomed, supported, and given the best possible chance to thrive.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Maritime Academy Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and online checks as part of the shortlisting process.

Apply now to join a team that truly puts children and community at its heart.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: 8,019.05-8,272.97 per year

Expected hours: 15 per week

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 14/07/2025
Expected start date: 28/08/2025