Job details

Salary: Main Pay Scale

Employer: Somerset Bridge Primary School

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset,

Contract type: Fixed term

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 23 September 2026 12:00 pm

About the job

Key information

  • Main Pay Spine
  • Fixed-Term – Covering maternity leave from 2 November 2026
  • Part-time – 3 days Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Required from 2 November 2026, a Primary School class teacher to cover maternity leave in a Year 5 class. Please set out your relevant experience in your cover letter.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are looking for someone who:-

  • Is an enthusiastic, creative and reflective teacher with high expectations of their pupils and themselves.
  • Has the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the school team.
  • Has a good understanding of how to identify and meet individual learning needs within the classroom.
  • Will nurture the whole child and support their emotional wellbeing.
  • Aspires to motivate and delight children in their learning.
  • Has a commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of our children.

What is in it for me?

  • The opportunity to work with a friendly, supportive, experienced and enthusiastic whole school team.
  • Commitment to professional development and the potential for leadership responsibility.
  • A positive, caring environment.
  • A modern building and large grounds.

DBS check

All candidates will need to satisfy the requirements of an enhanced DBS check.

Supporting documents and information

Our school received an OFSTED inspection in March 2024, with outstanding judgements, the Report can be found on our website. Full details about the school and post, together with the relevant application forms, can be found under ‘Staff Vacancies’ on our website.

Application forms should be accompanied by a full letter of application and sent to the School office by post or email. Please state your curriculum strengths in your letter.

Somerset Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Candidates are invited to contact the school to discuss this opportunity with the Headteacher and to arrange a visit to the School. To book an appointment phone 01278 422100 or email the school office at office@somersetbridge.school.

Closing Date: Noon Wednesday 23 September 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 29 September 2026

Apply on the Somerset Bridge Primary School website

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