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Teachers’ Vacancy Bulletin Issue No: 14 9 April 2021 You can view these vacancies, and more, online at: dasjobs.co.uk
Latest time for acceptance of advertisements is 11am Thursday for the Friday bulletin.
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)
This list of vacancies can be found on:
Somerset iPost (https://www.somerset.org.uk/iPost/Pages/Welcome.aspx)
Equal Opportunities Employer
CONTENTS
HEADSHIP....................................................................................................3
PRIMARY (SCC)..........................................................................................5
PRIMARY (Academy)................................................................................8
SECONDARY (Academy).........................................................................11
SPECIAL.........................................................................................................16
2HEADSHIP
St Louis Catholic Primary School, Welshmill Lane, Frome BA11 3AP
To love, wonder and achieve together.
HEADTEACHER / INTERIM HEADTEACHER
Start date: Autumn Term 2021
Contract type: Full Time
Salary: L11 (£51,234) to L17 (£59,265)
Contract term: Permanent / up to 2 years
St Louis is a wonderful school with children who welcome you with beaming smiles and encourage you
to share in their work and play. It is a one-form entry Primary with a strong and inclusive Christian
ethos. We are located in Frome, one of the coolest towns in England, close to the cities of Bath and
Bristol.
The Governors are seeking an inspirational and outward-facing Catholic teacher to lead our school with
enthusiasm, dedication, and commitment through the next phase of its development. We would also
welcome applications from non-Catholics who would consider the post on an interim basis.
We are looking for someone who is
• Energetic and ambitious, able to provide strong guidance to motivate, empower, and inspire to
achieve the highest standards in teaching and learning.
• A leader for our valued team with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Embracing of new challenges and will capitalise on opportunities presented.
• A practising Catholic, with a clear vision of excellence in primary education or who would
embrace the Christian ethos of the school.
• Keen to foster positive relationships with our key stakeholders and the diocese.
• Aware of advancements in education, able to implement robust policies effectively.
• Who demonstrates a full commitment to safeguarding, inclusivity and equality, ensuring the
removal of barriers to learning for all our pupils.
We can offer
• A dedicated and motivated team who are passionate about children’s learning and well-being.
• A warm and friendly school that is thriving academically and pastorally.
• Talented, happy children who want to learn, who are encouraged to think for themselves, and
are accepting of others.
• Well-informed governors who encourage and challenge.
• A deep sense of family, with many parents and grandparents being former pupils.
What is important to us
• Nurturing each child’s individuality through the continued development of a broad and creative
curriculum.
• Praising and encouraging kindness in all we do.
• Respecting the individual and each other, taking nothing for granted.
Our aim is to love, wonder and achieve together.
You are welcome to visit our school before applying. Please call 01373 463728 or email
office@stlouisfrome.co.uk to arrange this.
For an application pack and to apply please visit https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/headteacher-interim-
headteacher/ or email sserecruitment@somerset.gov.uk
Closing Date: 18th April. Interviews: 6th / 7th May
Safeguarding Statement - We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer
recruitment practice and staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check and references, one of which will
be from your Parish Priest.
3Coxley Primary School, Harter’s Hill Lane, Coxley, Nr Wells BA5 1RD
HEADTEACHER
Scale: L7-L10
Start Date: September 2021
The Governors of Coxley Primary School are seeking to appoint a high calibre school leader to the post
of Headteacher from September 2021.
Coxley Primary is a popular, small, rural school with 51 pupils on roll. This is organised into two classes.
Alongside our two class teachers the Headteacher will be require to teach two days per week and
provide PPA cover.
Building on the current strengths of our idyllic village school, we can offer the successful candidate a
beautiful and inspiring setting, a legacy of high attainment, a commitment to pupil led learning and a
supportive school community.
We seek to appoint a leader who can:
• Demonstrate their impact on securing high attainment ensuring all pupils fulfil their potential.
• Value the contribution of children, staff, families and cultivate effective relationships and
proactive communication within the wider community.
• Have a passion for child centred learning providing pupils with the confidence and ability to
take risks.
• Embody a positive and engaging approach that inspires inquisitiveness and creativity.
• Foster an honest, open, caring and supportive ethos where children feel safe and happy.
• Understand the nature of small schools, their value and their unique approach to curriculum
planning and delivery.
For more information and an application pack please contact
https://dasjobs.co.uk/job/headteacher-127/ or email SSErecruitment@somerset.gov.uk
Visits to the school are welcomed. The school is closed until the 19 th April, if you would like to
arrange a tour of the school please email Emma Smith at esmith4@educ.somerset.gov.uk and
after the Easter holidays, the school will arrange tours.
Closing date: 30th April 2021 Shortlisting date: 5th May 2021 Interview dates: 18th & 19th May 2021
The Governors and staff of the school are committed to providing an environment that nurtures and
transforms the lives of children and young people attending Coxley Primary and take seriously our
responsibilities to safeguard and promote their welfare.
North Newton Primary School, Church Road, North Newton, Bridgwater, TA7 0BG
Telephone/ Fax: 01278 662140
Email: office@nncps.org Website: www.northnewtonschool.co.uk
HEADTEACHER
Dates: Apply by 30/04/21, Job start September 2021
Salary: Group 1. ISR L8 - L14
Location: Somerset
Contract type: Part-Time 0.6 OR Part-Time 0.8 with SENCo Role included.
Contract term: Permanent
North Newton Community Primary School (NoR 103) seeks to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational
Headteacher to further develop this highly effective and thriving maintained school. We are situated in
a small village close to the Taunton to Bridgwater canal with easy access to the county town of Taunton,
Bridgwater and the M5 motorway.
The successful candidate will:
• Ensure all children are treated as individuals and are inspired in their learning, whatever their
needs, to fulfil their potential through the promotion of high standards of achievement.
4• Through excellent interpersonal and communication skills, engage with and lead a dedicated
team of staff and supportive governors on all aspects of the school’s work creating a shared
learning culture and a vibrant curriculum.
• Continue to develop the school's close relationship with its local and wider communities
including nearby schools.
• Maintain and develop the extensive range of opportunities available to our children and staff
within and beyond school.
We can offer you:
• A unique school which has a strong place in the community.
• A school where children are eager to learn and care for each other.
• A school where everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential and develop their self-
esteem and confidence.
• A dedicated and hardworking team of staff and governors.
A Co-Headteacher arrangement maybe considered from a current part-time Headteacher from another
small school.
Visits to the school will be warmly welcomed; please contact the Clerk to Governors (Mrs. Sally
Haysham) at the School to make an appointment (01278 662140).
For further information and an application form please visit
http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/headteacher-128/ or www.northnewtonschool.co.uk/vacancies
Closing date: Noon on Friday 30th April 2021. Interviews: 13th & 14th May 2021.
North Newton Community Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the
welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share
this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and all relevant pre-employment checks.
PRIMARY (SCC)
Creech St Michael C of E Primary School
ASSISTANT HEAD TEACHER
Salary L2 – 6
Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2021
Closing Date: Monday 12th April 12.00 pm (noon)
Interview Date: W/B 26th April 2021
Not suitable for newly qualified teachers (NQT)
Creech St Michael C of E Primary School, near Taunton, is seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic
Assistant Head Teacher, with proven leadership skills to join our school in September 2021. We are
looking for a creative, inspirational teacher with a positive, self-assured leadership style to join our
highly respected school, working as an important part of our established team; supporting and
developing our vision for education.
The successful applicant will:
• Be an exemplary teacher with creative classroom practice who will be able make the curriculum
enjoyable and varied for the pupils.
• Have high expectations and be able to inspire and motivate pupils and staff to strive for excellence.
• Have had leadership experience in a core area of the curriculum and/or a key stage of primary
education for at least one year.
• Have taught a “SATS” year group for at least one year within the last four years.
• Have enthusiasm, integrity and presence as well as excellent communication and organisational
skills
• Have empathy but be able to take difficult decisions and act on them.
5• Be optimistic and willing to suggest new ideas; putting agreed actions into practice.
• Promote our church school ethos and values.
• Be well organised and complete tasks to a high standard.
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and full of “sparkle”.
Ideally, the successful applicant:
Would be able to lead development across the school in maths, literacy or assessment. An interest in
P.E. or music would be wonderful but not essential.
About Us
Creech St Michael Church of England Primary is a local authority school with its own identity. We have
the advantage of being part of a large village and are fortunate to have our own local church and
children’s playing field nearby. We have 275 children on roll, organised into nine classes. Please view
our website on https://www.creechstmichaelprimary.co.uk/
At Creech St Michael Primary School we offer:
• Wonderful pupils and supportive parents and positive links with the local community
• A strong supportive staff team who look after each other.
• Helpful, professional and forward-looking governors.
• Opportunities to develop and make a positive difference
“Together, we love, learn and grow!”
If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development,
please contact Jan McCarthy (Head Teacher) or Angie Foote (Business Manager) for an initial
conversation by calling 01823 442898 or contact the school via email on afoote@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Apply online at http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/assistant-head-teacher-7/
CLASS TEACHER UPPER KEY STAGE 2
Salary Range: Main Scale with UPS possible
Hours/Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2021
Closing Date: Monday 12th April at 12.00 pm (noon)
Interview Date: W/B 3rd May 2021
Not suitable for newly qualified teachers (NQT)
Creech St Michael C of E Primary School, near Taunton needs an ambitious and energetic teacher to
teach a mixed class of Year 5 and Year 6. Candidates should have previous experience in upper key
stage 2 and have leadership potential.
The successful applicant will:
• Be a high quality teacher with a proven track record.
• Teach a broad and enjoyable curriculum; planning effective learning sequences, ensuring good
progress and having high expectations.
• Be willing and able to lead either maths, literacy, “catch up” or assessment across the school.
• Have a sound overview of assessment and “SATS”.
• Be optimistic and enthusiastic.
• Be a real team player who can both lead others sensitively and take direction from others;
communicating effectively with children, adults and the wider community.
• Promote our church school ethos and local community.
• Support and build upon our vision and values.
Responsibilities include:
• Liaising with the teacher of the parallel class to ensure that children in upper Key Stage 2 have
equality of opportunity.
• Raising standards of attainment and progress of pupils.
• Lead maths, literacy, catch up or assessment; offering support and expertise to other members of
staff.
The ability to lead music or P.E. could be an advantage but is not essential.
6About Us
Creech St Michael Church of England Primary is a local authority school with its own identity. We have
the benefits of being part of a large village and are fortunate to have our own local church and
children’s playing field nearby. We have 275 children on roll, organised into nine classes. Please view
our website on https://www.creechstmichaelprimary.co.uk/.
At Creech St Michael Primary School we offer:
• Wonderful pupils and supportive parents
• A strong staff team who look after each other.
• Helpful, professional and forward-looking governors.
• Opportunities to develop and make a positive difference
“Together, we love, learn and grow!”
If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our
development, please contact Jan McCarthy (Head Teacher) or Angie Foote (Business Manager)
for an initial conversation by calling 01823 442898 or contact the school via email to
afoote@educ.somerset.gov.uk
Creech St Michael C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The
successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks.
North Newton Primary School, Church Road, North Newton, Bridgwater, TA7 0BG
Telephone/ Fax: 01278 662140
E-mail: office@nncps.org Website: www.northnewtonschool.co.uk
Age range: 4-11, NOR: 90
SENCO: 0.2 - 1 day a week
SALARY: MPS 3-6 (+SENCO allowance, depending on experience)
We are looking to appoint an efficient and professional SENCo / Inclusion Lead who will work with staff
and children to maintain all aspects of our excellent current provision.
You will be expected to:
• be committed to work with children and staff to plan and manage children with effective,
monitored interventions, working with LSAs and class teachers.
• have high expectations and be able to prioritise efficiently and calmly.
• be positive, have empathy, be motivated, flexible and have a good sense of humour!
• if possible, have the relevant SENCo qualifications and be working in another school.
We can offer the successful candidate:
• a strong and supportive staff team
• hardworking and polite children who are a pleasure to work with
• a positive working environment where two days are never the same
• an opportunity to be part of a vibrant and committed village community
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and
expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts subject to relevant employment
checks and criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.
Please telephone to arrange a tour, have a discussion and gain an understanding of our school.
Please apply by application form, available from our school website, or
http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/senco-49/, with a covering letter of no more than 2 sides of A4 to the
Headteacher, at the school.
Closing Date: Friday 30th April 2021, at noon.
Interview Date: Friday 21st May 2021.
7PRIMARY (Academy)
Do you have a passion for school improvement?
Are you a reflective leader who strives for the very best for all learners?
Would you benefit from development that would prepare you for headship?
The Oak Partnership are excited to be recruiting two Deputy Headteachers for two of our schools. With
hardworking, safe and happy children at the heart of our communities, we are looking for reflective and
dedicated school leaders who can support our schools to provide the very best teaching and learning
and assist our Headteachers in making sustained school improvement. The CEO, directors and local
governors require dedicated and thoughtful leaders who will be able to support each school’s church
distinctiveness.
West Monkton CE VC Primary School Ruishton CE VC Primary School
NOR: 423 + Nursery NOR: 192 + Nursery
DEPUTY HEADTEACHER & DSL DEPUTY HEADTEACHER & DSL
L8 to L13 L1 to L5
Part teaching commitment Teaching commitment
We are looking for:
• An effective, reflective classroom practitioner who has the ability and validity to support others;
• A research-led educator and leader who has the desire to risk-take and engage in effective
change management;
• A happy, hard-working individual who will uphold our Christian values and support our
communities in the exciting and challenging times ahead;
• An ambitious leader who will benefit from a local collaboration who are committed to
empowering leaders to reach their leadership potential;
• Someone who is committed to safeguarding, inclusivity and equality, ensuring the removal of
barriers to learning for all our pupils.
In return we will:
• Make a full commitment to your development as you look to build on your teaching and
leadership experience;
• Welcome you as part of our dynamic, creative and supportive senior leadership team;
• Offer you the opportunity to collaborate across schools with like-minded practitioners.
Whilst both schools are part of the same family, we would encourage you to speak to us separately if
you are interested in either post. If you are interested in both posts, please make this clear on the
application form.
You are welcome to speak to us on the phone or Teams. If you require a tour of the school, this would
be done on an individual basis, after the school day has finished due to our COVID risk assessment.
However, this may not always be done with the Headteacher.
An application pack, for both posts, can be found on both websites or by emailing:
office@wm.oak.education
Closing Date: Friday 30 April (Noon). Interview Dates: 10/17 May
8We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and
expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and staff
are subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
DEPUTY/ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER
Salary range: L2-L10 (£43,251-£52,722)
Start date: September 2021
Hours/Contract: Full time, Permanent
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, inspirational and successful school leader who can work
with the Leadership Team to bring our vision for high quality education for all Preston C of E Primary
children to life.
The successful applicant will:
• Be an exemplary classroom teacher with high expectations of pupils’ achievement and behaviour.
• Have excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills and the ability to lead, motivate
and inspire others.
• Have the ability to work effectively with the Headteacher and Leadership Team to achieve
excellence.
• Have leadership and management experience in core areas of the curriculum and within any phase
in primary education.
• Have personal drive and be able to demonstrate commitment to the values of the school and the
Trust.
We can offer you:
• A dedicated and motivated whole school team who are passionate about children’s learning and
well-being.
• Enthusiastic, well behaved pupils who engage positively with their learning.
• The support and commitment of our Local Governing Body.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the children and families in the local
community.
• An excellent career path.
How to Apply
The Headteacher will be happy to show interested candidates around the school. Please contact the
school office to make an appointment for an informal chat about the position on 01935 474538.
Completed application forms and covering letter should be submitted to the School Office.
Applications can be emailed to office@preston.ppat365.org or posted to:
Mrs D Bessell, School Office, Preston C of E Primary School, The Toose, Abbey Manor Park, Yeovil,
Somerset, BA21 3SN
The application form can be found at: www.prestoncofeprimary.co.uk/vacancies/
Names and contact details of two referees must also be given, one of whom should be your current or
most recent employer. Referees will be contacted in advance of interview.
Application Deadline 19th April 2021 at 9.00 am
Interview Week beginning 26th April 2021
Due to the volume of applications received if you have not heard from the school by 30th April,
unfortunately you have not been successful in securing an interview.
The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice, pre-employment checks
including criminal background check via the disclosure procedure will be undertaken before any post is
confirmed.
9The Clevedon Learning Trust (CLT) was launched on 1st January 2015. The CLT is currently
formed in two geographical areas, Clevedon and Bridgwater. The CLT brings with it a new,
innovative and student focussed approach to education within local communities. The CLT
will provide high quality education and experiences for children and families. We will
achieve this through our formal school partnership, using the most effective teaching and
learning strategies, the best resources and facilities and the clearest progression routes for
our children from the age of 0 to 18.
Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre is a 4-11 Community Primary
School in Bridgwater, Somerset (402 on roll). We are a successful, established school
with an Autism Centre providing specialist provision. We provide a safe, secure,
stimulating and motivational environment for each individual.
SENCO
Required for September 2021
Permanent full-time non-teaching role
Qualified Teacher’s Upper Pay Scale up to UPS3 £41,604 plus TLR2b £4,782
We require a SENCo to have whole school responsibility for the area of Inclusion and be part of the
Safeguarding team and the Senior Leadership Team.
The post holder will assist in the promotion, direction and oversight of high standards of teaching and
learning, learner achievement and progression through effective provision for learners with inclusion
needs (e.g. SEN, G&T, Vulnerable Children, PPG, EAL and pupils with disabilities) and will liaise closely
with our teacher in charge of the Autism Centre.
The post holder must hold the SENCo qualification.
You offer:
• Proven SENCO experience (desirable).
• SENCO qualification (essential) .
• The ability to effectively support and advise colleagues and parents.
• An awareness of child protection issues as a member of the school’s safeguarding team.
• Strong communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Strength in building relationships with pupils and parents.
• A solution focussed approach to challenge.
• Teamwork skills.
• Enthusiasm, reliability, adaptability, integrity, resilience and excellent organisation skills.
We offer the support that comes with working in a large school with a very positive and caring
ethos. The school is committed to the continuing self-professional development of staff members and
the successful candidate will benefit from this during their period of work at the school.
Please telephone 01278 422943 for a discussion about the role or an appointment to visit (visits to the
school are in accordance with Covid-19 guidance).
For a Job Description and Application form, please visit the school website:
Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre - Vacancies
Closing date for applications – Tuesday 4th May 2021
Interview date – w/c 10th May 2021
The school has a commitment to safeguarding children and has a culture of vigilance to support
this. The post holder will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure check before taking up
employment.
10Brookside Academy, Brooks Road, Street, Somerset, BA16 0PR
Email: office@brooksideacademy.co.uk Web: www.brooksideacademy.co.uk
Twitter: @BrooksideStreet Headteacher: Brian Walton
EARLY YEARS TEACHER
NQT/MPS/UPS
Full Time Permanent Contract from September 2021
Brookside Academy is looking to recruit a committed and enthusiastic teacher to join our Early Years
team. This is an opportunity to join a fantastic Academy that is looking to develop excellent provision
in all that it does. You will join a large and willing staff, supported by an experienced senior leadership
team who will support the successful candidate. This post is suitable for NQTs.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Early Years teacher, who is passionate about children and their
development and learning, enabling every child to achieve their full potential.
You will need to demonstrate that you are a strong and reflective practitioner who can establish the
highest standards of achievement, within the early learning environment, which reflects current
excellent practice for young children.
Visits to the Academy are strongly encouraged by arrangement with the academy office (01458-
443340).
Closing date: 12noon Monday 26th April 2021. Interviews: W/C 3rd May 2021.
Apply by completing the Teaching Application Form found on the academy website
(https://www.brooksideacademy.co.uk/recruitment/) or by contacting the academy office by
email office@brooksideademy.co.uk or telephone 01458-443340.
Brookside Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people. This post requires a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure. The successful
applicant will therefore be subject to an Enhanced DBS.
SECONDARY (Academy)
SUBJECT LEADER OF TECHNOLOGY, TLR 2.2 £4782
Outstanding Leadership Opportunity – Permanent Contract
Required for September 2021
We are seeking to appoint a committed, dynamic and innovative Subject Leader of Technology. You will
be passionate about leading your team to achieve excellence in both attainment and assessment for all
students across all subjects in Design and Technology, reviewing, implementing and improving systems
where required and raising overall standards. Kings is an exceptional Academy that provides a world
class education for all students in the picturesque Cheddar Valley.
We can offer you:
• Outstanding middle leadership and senior leadership training opportunities, including potential
internship to SLT and opportunities to participate in transition and curriculum development and
delivery across the Wessex Learning Trust
• The full support of a dedicated and committed team of staff
• Reduction in teaching contact time to enable you to fulfil your leadership responsibility
• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and cycle to work scheme
Candidates will need to demonstrate they are:
• An outstanding leader – results driven
11• Able to teach all disciplines of Design Technology including Product Design and Food
Preparation and Nutrition
• A strategic thinker and creative problem-solver
• Innovative, enthusiastic and passionate about their subject
• An outstanding teacher who has vision, drive and a determination to succeed in maximising
attainment potential
TEACHER OF DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
Fixed Term Contract for One Year
Required for September 2021
Suitable for an Experienced Teacher or NQT
We want to hear from you if you are a committed, highly motivated Teacher of Design and Technology,
or an NQT aspiring to be such a teacher, who has a passion for seeing young people succeed.
We can offer you:
• The full support of a dedicated and committed team of staff
• The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Academy
• Professional development to support you in your career
• The opportunity to work with motivated students and supportive parents
• Potential opportunity to teach in Sixth Form
• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and cycle to work scheme
• An attractive location in the picturesque Cheddar Valley, close to Bristol
Candidates will need to demonstrate they are:
• An outstanding teacher (or an NQT aspiring to be outstanding)
• Able to consistently teach inspirational lessons and have good subject knowledge
• Organised and have excellent communication skills
• A strategic thinker and creative problem-solver
• Innovative, enthusiastic and passionate about their subject
• An outstanding teacher who has vision, drive and a determination to succeed in maximising
attainment potential
• Has relevant experience of GCSE grades 1-9
For an informal discussion, please contact Mrs Wilson, Subject Leader for Business and Enterprise on
01934 742608. We are committed to offering excellent opportunities for CPD.
TEACHER OF ENGLISH
Fixed Term Contract for One Year
Maternity Cover Required for September 2021
Suitable for an Experienced Teacher or NQT
We want to hear from you if you are a committed, highly motivated Teacher of English, or an NQT
aspiring to be such a teacher, who has a passion for seeing young people succeed.
We can offer you:
• The full support of a dedicated and committed team of staff
• The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Academy
• Professional development to support you in your career
• The opportunity to work with motivated students and supportive parents
• Potential opportunity to teach in Sixth Form
• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and cycle to work scheme
• An attractive location in the picturesque Cheddar Valley, close to Bristol
Candidates will need to demonstrate they are:
• An outstanding teacher (or an NQT aspiring to be outstanding)
12• Able to consistently teach inspirational lessons and have good subject knowledge
• Organised and have excellent communication skills
• A strategic thinker and creative problem-solver
• Innovative, enthusiastic and passionate about their subject
• An outstanding teacher who has vision, drive and a determination to succeed in maximising
attainment potential
• Has relevant experience of GCSE grades 1-9
For an informal discussion, please contact Mrs N Ashurst, Subject Leader for English on 01934 742608.
We are committed to offering excellent opportunities for CPD.
TEACHER OF PSYCHOLOGY – Full or Part Time
Permanent Position Required for September 2021
Suitable for an Experienced Teacher or NQT
We want to hear from you if you are a committed, highly motivated Teacher of Psychology, or an NQT
aspiring to be such a teacher, who has a passion for seeing young people succeed. A second subject is
desirable.
We can offer you:
• The full support of a dedicated and committed team of staff
• The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Academy
• Professional development to support you in your career
• The opportunity to work with motivated students and supportive parents
• A significant amount of time teaching Sixth Form classes
• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and cycle to work scheme
• An attractive location in the picturesque Cheddar Valley, close to Bristol
Candidates will need to demonstrate they are:
• An outstanding teacher (or an NQT aspiring to be outstanding)
• Able to consistently teach inspirational lessons and have good subject knowledge
• Organised and have excellent communication skills
• A strategic thinker and creative problem-solver
• Innovative, enthusiastic and passionate about their subject
• An outstanding teacher who has vision, drive and a determination to succeed in maximising
attainment potential
For an informal discussion, please contact Mr D Parfitt, Head of Science Faculty on 01934 742608. We
are committed to offering excellent opportunities for CPD.
TEACHER OF BUSINESS AND ENTERPRISE
Permanent Position Required for September 2021
Suitable for an Experienced Teacher or NQT
We want to hear from you if you are a committed, highly motivated Teacher of Business and Enterprise,
or are an NQT aspiring to be such a teacher, who has a passion for seeing young people succeed.
Teaching Economics would be desirable.
We can offer you:
• The full support of a dedicated and committed team of staff
• The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Academy
• Professional development to support you in your career
• The opportunity to work with motivated students and supportive parents
• The opportunity to teach Sixth Form classes
• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and cycle to work scheme
• An attractive location in the picturesque Cheddar Valley, close to Bristol
13Candidates will need to demonstrate they are:
• An outstanding teacher (or an NQT aspiring to be outstanding)
• Able to consistently teach inspirational lessons and have good subject knowledge
• Organised and have excellent communication skills
• A strategic thinker and creative problem-solver
• Innovative, enthusiastic and passionate about their subject
• An outstanding teacher who has vision, drive and a determination to succeed in maximising
attainment potential
For an informal discussion, please contact Mrs J Wilson, Subject Leader for Business and Enterprise on
01934 742608. We are committed to offering excellent opportunities for CPD.
Closing date: – Tuesday 20 April 2021 - 8.00 am
Interview date: To be confirmed
To apply for this position, please complete a teaching staff application form, (which is available
on our website), together with a letter of application for the attention of Mr D Wiltshire
(Headteacher). Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date
and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by
post to the HR Department or by email to jobs@kowessex.co.uk
This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure
Stiby Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3EP
11-16 Academy, NOR 987
TEACHER OF SCIENCE
Salary: Mainscale
Start date: September 2021
Contract term: Permanent
Contract type: Full Time
Suitable for NQTs: Yes
If you are a teacher who is enthusiastic, committed to delivering the highest standards of teaching and
learning then we are keen for you to apply for the post of Teacher of Science at Westfield Academy.
We are an 11-16 co-educational school, in Somerset, serving the town of Yeovil and the surrounding
villages. Westfield is an oversubscribed and successful school with a good reputation. Student
numbers are increasing and are set to continue to grow significantly over the next few years.
‘This school continues to be good’. (Ofsted, May 2018)
We can offer you:
● A committed and supportive leadership team, teaching and support staff
● A range of career development opportunities including induction and mentoring
● A stable and caring school community with well behaved, motivated and delightful students
● A school that is financially stable and well-managed
● A pleasant, green site with outstanding facilities
● An opportunity to live and work in a fantastic part of the country
● A chromebook for each member of the teaching staff
We are looking for people with:
● A passion for learning and teaching and an ambition to develop their own practice
● The ability to inspire students to attain the highest possible outcomes
Westfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is
14subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including the barred list, as well as other
pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2020).
For further details please follow the links below and visit our website,
www.westfieldacademy.co.uk or contact the Headteacher’s PA, Mrs Lisa Jeffreys, tel: 01935
446851, email: lisa.jeffreys@westfieldacademy.co.uk.
The deadline for applications is Thursday 22 April 2021 at 11:00am.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 29 April 2021.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 5:00pm on Friday 23 April 2021.
Bridgwater College Academy, Parkway, Bridgwater TA6 4QY
www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.somerset.org.uk Tel: 01278 727327
Bridgwater College Academy is a Government funded school for 3 to 16 year olds in
Bridgwater.
SEND TEACHER
REF: 183
Full-time and permanent
Qualified Teacher’s Pay Scale
Starting September 2021
Bridgwater College Academy is looking for a SEND teacher to work within their specialist autism
resource base from September 2021. The Polden Centre is a vibrant and creative specialist ASC
provision, aiming to prepare and enable students to succeed in mainstream provision. As part of our
planned expansion, we are keen to employ an enthusiastic, flexible and inclusive practitioner as part of
the team.
Primary experienced colleagues, as well as secondary, are encouraged to apply for this position.
Previous experience in a specialist provision is not essential, but an interest in developing skills that
enhance inclusivity, is.
As a special educational needs (SEND) teacher you will plan and deliver personalised curriculums to
ensure students reach their full potential. The students in the Polden Centre all have EHCPs with a
diagnosis of autism or social communication and sensory needs.
We are looking for someone who:
• is committed to inclusion and enthusiastic about working with students with SEND
• has the skills to work collaboratively within a team
• can build positive relationships with students and parents;
• is highly motivated and willing to embrace or bring new ideas to the Centre;
• is committed to developing their own skills.
If you decide to join our team then we can offer:
• a nurturing, inclusive specialist environment
• support from a strong and supportive team of professionals;
• an academy with high aspirations for all of its students and staff;
For more information on this role and a discussion about what it entails, please contact:
Head of Centre - Sarah Wharton – in the first instance on swharton@educ.somerset.gov.uk
For full details and an application pack for this position, please visit the ‘Vacancies’ in the ‘Key
Information’ section on our website: www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org.
Please indicate which Job Reference Number you are applying for on the application form.
Closing date: Noon on Monday 10th May 2021
Bridgwater College Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and
young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all
children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a
position.
15SPECIAL (SCC)
Elmwood & Penrose Federation, Hamp Avenue, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6AW
Tel: 01278 456243 Email: sch.601@educ.somerset.gov.uk www.elmwood-school.org.uk
Age range: 4-19
Elmwood & Penrose Federation are seeking to appoint permanent full time CLASS TEACHERS –
MPS/UPS to start September 2021. Opportunity for TLR is available for the right candidate.
(TLR2b for Middle Leader and Communication Lead)
Elmwood & Penrose Federation are looking for dynamic, creative and flexible full time teachers from
the start of September 2021 on a permanent contract.
This is a very exciting time to be joining a growing Federation, we are working in partnership with The
Bridge School which is the PRU within Bridgwater. We are also nearing the completion of our purpose
built new school - Polden Bower School. This will be a 160 place special school and will have the
specialist resources needed to meet the needs of our students.
Our new school, Polden Bower will be an all phase school, bringing together pupils from both Penrose
and Elmwood Schools. Our sixth form will be based at a new purpose built site “Centre for
Independence” based on Albert Street in Bridgwater
We are looking for outstanding teachers with experience of primary or special educational needs to
work within our school. All teachers lead an area of the curriculum. We offer a personalised curriculum
alongside a wide range of enrichment opportunities and interventions. You would be working within a
supportive team of committed teachers and support staff. If you feel you have what it takes to work
with us to achieve the very best for our students we would very much like to hear from you.
We are committed to offering our staff a high quality and extensive CPD and offer opportunities for
progression throughout the school and wider partnership.
Please contact Mrs Sue Pring should you need any further information
Apply http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/class-teacher-174/
Closing date: Tuesday 4 May 2021 at midday
Shortlisting will take place on: Wednesday 5 May 2021
Interviews will take place on: Thursday 13 May 2021
Elmwood & Penrose Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
and young people. This appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, medical clearance
proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references.
‘Believe You Can’
SPECIAL (Independent)
Inaura School
Web: www.inauraschool.org
MATHEMATICS TEACHER
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £31,000 pa
Location: The school has bases in Wedmore, Burrowbridge and East Huntspill
Duration: Permanent
Closing date: Friday 7 May 2021
Interviews to be held week commencing 17 May 2021 for a start date of 6 September 2021.
Inaura is an Independent Special School in Somerset with 28 students with complex needs to whom we
provide 1:1 or 2:1 support. We have four bases in and around the Mendip area, a therapy team and in-
house social worker, and our own forest school. We are an approved GCSE exam centre.
16We need an experienced, competent, confident and inspirational Mathematics Teacher with good IT
skills to join our committed and energetic staff team.
The successful applicant will be expected to promote and support Mathematics across the school,
contribute to subject managers’ meetings and the whole school development plan, develop and
maintain our Mathematics schemes of work, provide one to one learning to students, safeguard
students’ welfare, deliver study plans, record outcomes, and prepare resources.
Essential Requirements:
Experience of teaching Mathematics to GCSE level
Experience with young people with special needs
Skills to work appropriately and effectively with individual students
Ability to promote students’ social and emotional development
Ability to respond calmly and effectively to displayed behaviours
Confidence to work independently
Excellent communication skills
Use of own car for work
Inaura School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory
references, medical fitness and DBS clearance.
How to apply:
You can apply for this job by emailing recruitment@inauraschool.org and requesting an
application pack or alternatively by telephoning (01823) 690211.
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