Job details

Salary: MPS

Employer: Beech Grove Primary School

Location: Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8NE

Contract type: Fixed term

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 26 November 2026 12:00 pm

About the job

Key information

  • Part-time, fixed-term post – Pay Range MPS
  • Application Closing Date: Thursday 26 November 2026
  • Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 1 December 2026
  • Start date: 4 January 2027

We are looking for a passionate and skilled teacher to join our thriving school community. This is a part-time 0.4 contract, working Mondays and Tuesdays in a Year 2 class, on a fixed-term basis until 31 August 2027.

At Beech Grove, we are proud of our strong sense of teamwork and commitment to excellence. Our pupils are achieving more than ever, and we’re looking for someone who will help us continue that journey. We invest in our staff through high-quality training, professional development, and wellbeing support.

In this role, you’ll be part of a dedicated KS1 team, with PPA time alongside your phase colleagues and guidance from an experienced phase leader.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

  • An excellent class teacher with an in-depth knowledge of the curriculum and how pupils learn
  • Passionate about children’s learning and keen to ensure all children make progress
  • A skilful communicator who can forge effective working relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
  • A strong team player who is committed to making a difference
  • Keen to engage with continuing professional development and develop their skills
  • Ambitious for themselves and the school
  • Hardworking and reflective, with a good sense of humour

What is in it for me?

  • Welcoming and friendly with pupils who are enthusiastic and keen to learn
  • Committed to ensuring all pupils meet their full potential, develop as well rounded individuals, and are well prepared for the next phase of their education
  • Staffed by a highly skilled and cohesive team who strive to achieve high standards
  • Committed to providing high quality, continuous professional development
  • Passionate about school improvement and open to new ideas
  • Governed by a strong and supportive Board of Governors

Supporting documents and information

Visitors who come to Beech Grove frequently comment on what a warm and friendly school it is. To experience this for yourself, please arrange a visit by emailing or calling the school office: 01823 662 438; office@beechgrove.somerset.sch.uk. We look forward to meeting you.

Please email completed application forms to the email address above by 12pm on Thursday 26 November. We encourage candidates to apply at the earliest opportunity as we may interview early.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS.

Part of our safer recruitment process includes carrying out online searches for all shortlisted candidates. This process will involve recording any information that suggests a candidate may: be unqualified for the role; pose a safeguarding risk; risk damaging the school’s reputation. By submitting an application for the advertised post, you are giving consent for these searches to be carried out.

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