Class Teacher (Maternity Leave)
Closing in 8 days (17 October 2025 12:00 pm)
Job details
Salary: Main Pay Spine
Employer: Somerset Bridge Primary School
Location: Stockmoor Drive, Bridgwater
Contract type: Fixed term contract
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 17 October 2025 12:00 pm
About the job
Key information
Fixed-Term – Covering maternity leave from 1 January 2026
Part-time – 3 days Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
A Primary School class teacher to cover maternity leave in a Year 2 class; Early Career Teachers will be considered.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
Please set out your relevant experience in your cover letter.
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.
Our school received an OFSTED inspection in March 2024, with outstanding judgements, the Report can be found on our website.
DBS check
Somerset Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will need to satisfy the requirements of an enhanced DBS check.
Supporting documents and information
Application forms should be accompanied by a full letter of application and sent to the School office by post or by email to office@somersetbridge.school. Please state your curriculum strengths in your letter.
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.
Full details about the school and post, together with the relevant application forms, can be found at our website below.