Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher
Closing in 20 days (12 October 2026 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: MPS
Employer: Brent Knoll Primary School
Location: Brent Knoll, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 4EQ
Contract type: Fixed term
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 12 October 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
Maternity Cover
From January 2027
Brent Knoll Primary School is looking for an excellent, enthusiastic teacher to join our team for a maternity cover from January 2027.
This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who believes that great teaching can change children’s lives and who wants to work in a school where positive relationships, high expectations and a love of learning really matter. We are looking for someone who will bring energy, creativity and ambition to Upper Key Stage 2 and who will make a genuine difference to the children they teach.
We want our children to leave primary school believing that they can let their light shine.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
The successful candidate will be a teacher who:
- Has a genuine passion for teaching and learning.
- Sets high expectations while making every child feel valued and successful.
- Can inspire children to become curious, confident and independent learners.
- Delivers engaging and purposeful lessons that children remember.
- Has excellent knowledge of the Upper Key Stage 2 curriculum.
- Builds strong, positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
- Creates a classroom where children feel safe, challenged, supported and excited to learn.
- Is reflective and keen to develop their own practice.
- Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to the wider life of the school.
- Brings enthusiasm and a positive attitude to the classroom every day.
What is in it for me?
Why Brent Knoll?
We are proud to be a school where children and adults know that they belong. You will also be a teacher within the Wessex Learning Trust, so a long-term future within a successful group of schools is more than possible. At Brent Knoll you will be joining a very supportive and committed team who work together to provide the very best opportunities for our pupils. We value professional development, collaboration and new ideas, while recognising that teaching should also be rewarding and enjoyable.
Our children are enthusiastic and full of potential. They deserve teachers who will challenge them, encourage them and believe in them — and in return, they will give you plenty of reasons to smile!
Supporting documents and information
Could Brent Knoll be your next school?
Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge or a teacher earlier in your career who is ready to take the next step, we would love to hear from you.
Come and see us.
We warmly welcome prospective applicants to visit the school, meet our team and experience Brent Knoll Primary School for yourself. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the position, please contact the school office.
Application forms are available from the school or the Wessex Learning Trust. Applications need to be accompanied by a letter outlining your recent career and why you would like to work at Brent Knoll Primary.
Head teacher; Mr Chris Burman
Key Information
- Position: Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher
- Contract: One-year maternity cover (dependent on current post-holder’s return)
- Start date: January 2027
- Salary: Main Pay Scale
- Closing date: Monday, October 12th 2026
- Interview date: Tuesday, 20th October 2026
Safeguarding
Brent Knoll Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
Brent Knoll Primary School, Brent Street, Highbridge, TA9 4EQ
Tel: 01278 760546
