Job details

Salary: MPS or Upper Pay Scale

Employer: Ilchester Community Primary School

Location: Ilchester, Somerset,

Contract type: Fixed term

Working pattern: Full time

Closing date: 23 October 2026 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

  • Full time (1.0fte)
  • MPS or Upper Pay Scale
  • Fixed term 1 January to 31 August 2027

We believe in providing the very best education for the children in the context of the unique community that we service. Ilchester is a ten-class community primary school where our values of belief, equity, curiosity, kindness, bravery and aspiration are lived by everyone; this is evident in all that we do for our children and our staff.

What will I be doing?

Our inclusive community primary school is seeking to appoint an energetic and enthusiastic teacher to support our mission of ‘child-centred learning in the heart of the community’ being realised.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

The successful candidate will:

  • Be an energetic, enthusiastic and talented classroom practitioner
  • Have high personal and professional expectations and aspirations
  • Be able to work collaboratively with all colleagues and stakeholders
  • Demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to teaching and learning
  • Have the ability to lead a subject across the school
  • Have an excellent and up-to-date knowledge of the primary curriculum
  • Be committed to a relational approach to behaviour management

What is in it for me?

Ilchester Community Primary School can offer you:

  • A dedicated team of colleagues who are committed to the very best outcomes for our children
  • A motivated and supportive leadership team
  • Confident, welcoming children who are curious in their learning
  • An opportunity to demonstrate creativity in all areas of the curriculum
  • A chance to be part of the next exciting stage of the development of our very special school

DBS check

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.

Supporting documents and information

If you believe in creating opportunities for all children and would like to work alongside an experienced team of staff to foster a positive ethos and passion for learning, then we would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via the school office.

Please apply by completing the application form available on the School website. Note – this posting may close early for the right candidate.

Closing date: Friday 23 October Interview date: By invitation

PPAT Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Apply on the Ilchester Community Primary School website

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