Somerset

Children &

Learning

TEACHING

VACANCIES

All adverts for posts in educational establishments, including governors and requests for volunteers require a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure.

“Somerset County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.”

Unless otherwise stated, salaries for teaching posts are

QUALIFIED TEACHERS’ PAY SPINE (starting point dependent on qualifications and experience)

PRIMARY HEADSHIP

Westonzoyland Community Primary School and Pre-School

Cheer Lane, Westonzoyland, Bridgwater, Somerset TA7 0EY

Telephone: 01278 691 381
Website:

HEADTEACHER
Group: L10 to L16

Salary: £48,228 to £55,951

NOR: 155
Pre-school NOR: 35

Contract type: Full Time
Contract term: Permanent

Following the promotion of our current Headteacher to the headship of a large primary school in Taunton, the governors of Westonzoyland Community Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced leader who will take the school forward to the next phase of its development whilst providing the best possible education and experiences for all the children at the school.

We are looking for a Headteacher who:

  • Will secure the future of the school in the current educational climate whilst maintaining our existing standards and protecting the ethos of the school.
  • Has the ability to develop the whole school community to deliver and achieve the highest standard of teaching and learning.
  • Will develop a clear set of aims for the future providing stability and direction to the school.
  • Has an inspirational and inclusive leadership style with a sense of direction which will empower and motivate others to reach their full potential.
  • Is an excellent communicator with an open and approachable manner and the ability to develop relationships with all our stakeholders.
  • Ensure the continued success of our Pre-school and support the successful transition of the children into their primary stage education.

We are a Community Primary School with close community links located in an attractive location in rural Somerset.

This forward-thinking and well-resourced school benefits from:

  • Enthusiastic and interested pupils who want to learn
  • Committed and dedicated staff and governors
  • An involved and supportive surrounding community
  • A sound financial base

More information about the school can be found on our website. Visits to the school are welcomed and should be arranged in advance by contacting the School Office.

For further information and an application form please telephone our recruitment line on 01823 348266 or email . Please state which post and school. If you have not been contacted by the interview dates, you should assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

Closing date:Monday 9 May 2016
Interviews:Wednesday 25 May and Thursday 26 May 2016
Start date:1 September 2016

PRIMARY

The Crewkerne & Misterton Federation

Acting Headteacher: Miss Nicola Ball BA Hons

Chair of Governors: Mr Richard Barratt

Misterton Church of England First School:

SENIOR TEACHER (KEY STAGE ONE & EARLY YEARS)

Main Scale / UPS with TLR2A

We are looking to appoint an outstanding and highly motivated class teacher to join Misterton Church of England First School. We are part of the Crewkerne and Misterton Federation and the successful candidate will be part of a Federation Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop leadership skills working with an experienced leadership team.

We are looking for someone who can:

  • Demonstrate excellent and innovative teaching practice;
  • Have the knowledge and skills to teach in Key Stage One and the Early Years;
  • Be a member of the Senior Leadership Team with joint responsibility for whole school leadership and development in both schools within our Federation;
  • Be responsible for subject leadership;
  • Support and inspire members of the staff team;
  • Support the development of outstanding Early Years practice within our Federation;
  • Ability to lead SEN or Numeracy desirable.

We can offer you:

  • A happy, friendly and welcoming school;
  • Enthusiastic, well behaved children who enjoy learning;
  • Guaranteed non-contact time for leadership and management time;
  • Friendly, hardworking, supportive and professional colleagues and Governors.

Visits to the school(s) are warmly welcomed by prior appointment with the School Secretary. Please contact the school for an application pack or to make an appointment.

Closing date for applications: 06 May 2016 9am

Interviews week commencing: 16 May 2015

The Crewkerne and Misterton Federation is committed to the safeguarding of pupils and this will form part of the recruitment process.

Please contact the school office for an application form and job description or go to www1.somerset.gov.uk/jobs/scc/all_jobs.asp

Misterton C of E First School,Middle Street, Misterton, Somerset, TA18 8LZ (01460) 72745

Milford Infants' School, Glenthorne Avenue, Yeovil BA21 4PG

(301 pupils on roll)

CLASS TEACHER

Salary range TPS M2 and over

Required from September 2016

Our happy and highly regarded school requires an experienced class teacher to join our lively and enthusiastic staffing team. The successful applicant will be:

  • dedicated to providing the very highest level of educational opportunity and pastoral care for all children
  • willing and able to teach Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1
  • enthusiastic about using ICT to deliver quality learning across the curriculum
  • adaptable, innovative and willing to utilise a range of teaching styles
  • able to work collaboratively with all colleagues

We can offer the support of a skilled and friendly team, professional development opportunities, excellent resources, and a happy working environment.

Candidates are welcome to visit the school - please telephone to arrange an appointment.

An application form is available from our website at or by post on request.

Closing date: Thursday 28th April 2016

Milford Infants’ School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Holy Trinity Church of England VA Primary School

Lime Tree Avenue, Yeovil, Somerset BA20 2PW

Telephone 01935 472902

412 on Roll

TWO TEACHING POSTS from September 2016

One in KS1, the other in KS2

Holy Trinity Primary School was judged as OUTSTANDING by Ofsted in September 2014. We have a strong Christian ethos and a happy, hardworking, dedicated team of staff. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a team of staff with high expectations and commitment to children and their learning.

TWO FULL TIME TEACHERS FOR A KS1 CLASS AND A KS2 CLASS.

PAY SCALE for both posts will be M1 (NQT) – M3 depending upon experience and skills. Please refer to our Pay Policy on our web site.

We are looking for a teacher who:

  • Is an excellent classroom practitioner
  • Is extremely motivated and enthusiastic about approaching learning in innovative ways, in line with our whole school approach
  • Is committed to high quality teaching and learning
  • Has high expectations and is passionate about working with children.
  • Is a good team player, and eager to contribute to whole school projects
  • Is resourceful, flexible and embraces the evolution of Education
  • Supports and embraces the Christian ethos of the school

Interview dates: Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th May 2016. If successful on day one, you will also be needed on day two.

Visits to the school are warmly welcome; please make an appointment through the school office. For an application form and job specification, please see our school web site or e-mail the school directly. Please refer to our school website for further information about the school as well as details of our Pay and Appraisal Policy.

We are committed to Safeguarding children and all applications will be considered on this basis. The post will be subject to Safeguarding clearance procedures.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 5th May 2016 at noon.

Churchstanton Primary School, Churchstanton, Taunton TA3 7RL

FULL TIME KS2 TEACHER - (initially for one year, subject to school numbers)

Salary Range: Main Scale 1-3

This is an exciting opportunity to join our unique school on the Blackdown Hills, near Taunton in Somerset. We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and inspirational teacher with a passion for educating children, to join our small friendly team.

You will be:

  • an excellent classroom practitioner
  • keen to collaborate with others within school and across groups of schools
  • able to communicate effectively with children of all ages, colleagues and parents
  • able to inspire positive behaviour, self-esteem and high aspirations
  • committed to promoting high standards of teaching and learning within an exciting and motivating learning environment, where children have fun and enjoy learning
  • committed to raising standards to ensure all children reach their full potential
  • willing to play a part in the wider life of the school
  • have a good sense of humour
  • fully supportive of the school’s commitment to safeguarding

An ability to teach Forest School or deliver a foreign language would be desirable but not essential.

In return for your hard work and commitment to the school and our children we will offer you:

  • a hard-working and committed team of staff
  • friendly and supportive staff, parents and governors
  • friendly and responsive children
  • parents who are supportive of their children’s needs
  • a stunning location and environment in which to teach

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please telephone 01823 601354 to make an appointment.

Please visit our website where relevant documentation, application form and job description can be downloaded.

Closing date: Friday 29th April 2016

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 17th May 2016

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicants will need to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS.

Wiveliscombe Primary School, North Street, Wiveliscombe, Somerset TA4 2LA

KS2 TEACHER

One year appointment in the first instance (1.9.16 – 31.8.17), pay scale M1 - M6

NQTs are welcome to apply

Are you passionate about teaching and learning, and especially in Key Stage 2?

Can you engage, excite and inspire children?

Are you looking for an opportunity to either begin or broaden your career?

Would you like a full-time, permanent position in a happy and successful school?

If the answer is “Yes!”, then you could be just the person we want to teach one of our five KS2 classes in September.

Applications welcome from NQTs and experienced teachers

Candidates will:

  • Be able to articulate a clear philosophy of teaching and learning, based on sound understanding and practice;
  • Be an excellent practitioner who is reflective, recognises their own development points and is keen to learn;
  • Have very high expectations of children and a growth mind-set and belief that all children can succeed;
  • Be imaginative, organised, and hard working – willing and able to go the extra mile

The staff here work very well together in a supportive, friendly and lively atmosphere. They are extremely committed, hardworking and professional in their approach to education. Great importance is attached to professional development, and they are expected toengage in training opportunities to further their own learning.

In the last Ofsted the School was rated as Good, with a particular strength being the behaviour of the children, who are well mannered, motivated and eager to learn.

Prospective candidates are welcome to visit our school. To arrange a visit or informal discussion please contact the Headteacher, Steve Duncan, on 01984 623325 or email:

To download a recruitment pack visit the School website:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of appointment is subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks.

Applications Close: Monday 9 May at 12 noon
Interviews: w.b. 23 May 2016

Neroche Primary School, Broadway, Ilminster, Somerset

NOR 186 rising to 201 September 2016

YEAR 3 FULL TIME CONTRACT

Main Pay Scale M1-3

Required from September 1st 2016 for 1 year in the first instance, we are excited to seek a highly motivated and dynamic teacher to take responsibility for our able and high performing Year 3 class.

Our children are highly motivated learners who flourish when provided with an imaginative and rich curriculum. You must possess excellent classroom management and organisational skills and have excellent communicative skills with parents and children.

We are seeking an inspirational team player who can bring their own skills to add to our energetic staff team. Neroche Primary School enjoys OFSTED “Outstanding” Status and in all testing results from the EYFS to Year 6 we are one of the highest performing primary schools in Somerset.

Due to our school’s growing reputation, our pupil numbers are increasing rapidly. We have just expanded our school to seven classes since September 2015 and should our increase in pupil numbers be sustained, we anticipate this post becoming a permanent position in the future.

This post would be very suitable for a NQT.

Visits to the school are most welcome please telephone 01460 52664 to book an appointment.

We are very committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A DBS disclosure is required for this post and the successful applicant will be subject to rigorous checks for prohibition and disqualification from teaching records.

All staff are expected to take a lead in the safeguarding of our children.

This post is temporary in the first instance due to a rise in pupil numbers.

Closing date: 1pm Thursday 19th May 2016.

Shortlisting to take place on: 4pm Thursday 19th May

Please email or post a request for an application pack to

Mr Connel Boyle, Headteacher, Neroche Primary School, Broadway, Somerset, TA19 9RG

Christ Church C of E First School, Feltham Lane, Frome, Somerset BA11 5AJ

Tel: 01373 463781Fax: 01373 453218
Headteacher: Mr R KayeNumber on roll: 227 (2-9 years)

Email:

KEY STAGE 1 – YEAR 1/2 TEACHING POST

Required for September 2016 – Initially Fixed Term until 31/08/2017

Part Time 3 days – ideally Monday – Wednesday

Salary Range M1 – M6 £22,023 - £32,187

We would welcome applications from experienced and ambitious teachers. The appointed person will possess: excellent knowledge of the KS1 curriculum; high-quality teaching skills; good communication and teamwork skills and a commitment to supporting continuous school improvement and their own professional development.
At Christ Church School:

  • we value children above all else and believe in partnership working
  • we have high ambitions and aspirations for our learning community
  • we have a dedicated leadership team
  • we have a learning environment that is vibrant and creative
  • we believe that building relationships is the key to success

We seek a teacher who will:

  • share in our vision and ethos of high expectations and nurture
  • add value to our team
  • aspire to be the best they can be
  • have the potential and capability to develop their career

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed - our children and staff would be delighted to meet you before the formal interview process.

Please contact the school on 01373 463781 to make arrangements.

Safeguarding is a priority for our school and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

To apply please visit our website at:
Closing date for applications: 03/05/16 @ 12 Noon.
Interview Date: W/C 09/05/16

The Partnership Trust, Longfellow Road, Radstock, BA3 3AL

Tel: 01761 412198

E-mail:

Web:

Based at Nunney First School, Catch Road, Nunney, Frome, Somerset BA11 4NE

TEL: 01373 836429

EARLY YEARS AND KEY STAGE ONE CLASS TEACHER

Part Time (3 days - ideally Monday-Wednesday)

Salary Range: Main Primary Scale / Upper Pay Scale

Applications Close: Thursday 28th April 2016

Interviews: Friday 6th May 2016

The post is suitable for a well-qualified, motivated and enthusiastic teacher who will work in partnership with his/her job share colleague to make a strong contribution to Nunney First School’s improvement journey. The successful candidate will work under the leadership of the Executive Headteacher of Nunney First School and Hayesdown First School. The successful applicant will benefit from access to the latest teaching methods and the opportunity to work in collaboration with a highly skilled and committed team of colleagues.

The appointed applicant will have responsibility for a mixed Early Years/KS1 class in the first instance but must be willing to teach across the Primary age range. They will possess: excellent knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and KS1 curriculums; high-quality teaching skills; good communication and teamwork skills and a commitment to supporting continuous school improvement and their own professional development.

Interested parties should complete an application form detailing within the personal statement section of the form:

  • their reasons/motivations for wanting to take up this position;
  • what they believe they will bring to the post.

Application forms should be sent to Mrs Pauley, Interim Headteacher by 12.00 noon on Thursday 28th April 2016. Interested parties are welcome to contact Naomi Pauley, for a discussion and/or visit.

A job description, person specification and application form are available on The Partnership Trust’s website.

The Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Prior to employment, an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought together with other relevant employment checks.