Reception or Year 1 Teacher
Closing in 32 days (27 April 2026 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: MPS – UPS
Employer: Orchard Grove Primary School
Location: Taunton, Somerset,
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 27 April 2026 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
- Full-time
- From September 2026
- Salary: MPS – UPS
What will I be doing?
At Orchard Grove Primary School we are looking for an enthusiastic qualified teacher that will join our growing team and who will work closely with the Headteacher and other Teachers both at Orchard Grove and in the Trust to develop the EYFS and KS1 curriculum and shared values which will be reflected in our teaching and how our children learn.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
You should be a committed and high-quality teacher able to take on the unique challenges an expanding school offers.
Our curriculum incorporates carefully selected knowledge and skills which are brought to life in a way that is meaningful and exciting for pupils; promoting a life-long love of learning. It also provides the cultural capital that they need to be successful in learning as well as in their future lives.
Essential requirements of the posts are that applicants must:
- Be a qualified teacher with teaching experience
- Be a high-quality and adaptive teacher
- Have a secure knowledge of the curriculum in EYFS and KS1
- Be able to communicate effectively
- Be enthusiastic, driven and committed to supporting our school’s future success
- Be able to work as part of a friendly and supportive team
- Be a life-long learner and an inspiration to others.
Supporting documents and information
If you are able to meet the requirements of these roles, we would love to hear from you. To join a tour of Orchard Grove please contact office@orchardgrove.bep.ac These are available on:
- Tuesday 31 March at 5pm
- Thursday 2 April at 4pm
- Tuesday 21 April at 9am
- Tuesday 21 April at 5pm
- Wednesday 22 April at 5pm
All applications should be made by completing the application form on E-Teach, including evidence of how you meet the job description and person specification for the role and should be submitted by 9am on the closing date.
Further details are available within the recruitment pack available on the careers page
Closing date: Monday 27 April 2026 at 9am
Start date: 1 September 2026