Remove compiling Python as part of the build

[adrianclay]

Why

Is very slow, and Python 3.9 is now part of the Jenkins Worker image.

Type of change

Internal change (non-breaking change with no effect on the functionality affecting end users)

Checklist:

• I have performed a self-review of my code
• I have made corresponding changes to the documentation
• My changes generate no new warnings
• I have added tests that prove my fix is effective or that my feature works
• New and existing unit tests pass locally with my changes
• I have updated the Changelog with details of my change in the UNRELEASED section if this change will affect end users