Year 2 or 3 Teacher

About the job

Key information

MPS1 – MPS4 depending on experience.
FTE1 (will consider 4 days a week for non ECT)
Permanent
From September 1st, 2026

This is a unique opportunity for an inspirational candidate. Rode and Norton St. Philip First School Federation is a popular and welcoming community, based across two village first schools 20 minutes south of Bath. Both sites are idyllic, surrounded by countryside and with very supportive parents and village communities. We offer a creative curriculum, underpinned by well-structured plans, in a nurturing learning environment where we aim to ‘ignite a creative spark’ in both staff and children.

Our teachers can be based at either site but the postholder will initially teach year 2 or 3 on the Rode site, depending on experience and strengths. A consultation is currently taking place in the Frome area which may lead to our school becoming a primary school in the next few years.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

We are seeking a special person who shares our vision and values, is committed to doing their very best for our team and children, and who enjoys their job as a teacher.
Our children are highly motivated and excited by learning. Creativity is at the heart of our school, and we provide numerous opportunities for staff and children to immerse themselves in the Arts, Literature, Performance and Film. Staff are trusted and encouraged to innovate and research new ideas. We believe, in life, you get out what you put in and as such, are looking for a teacher who is committed and can care about our school and the people in it.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has experience of delivering the Year 2 and/or 3 curriculum and an understanding of other primary year groups.
• Has strong phonics, early reading and SEND knowledge but is also willing to learn.
• Is dynamic, a self-motivated researcher of ideas and a reflective practitioner.
• Is committed to the highest expectations of children’s learning and progress.
• Is enthusiastic and imaginative in creating engaging, surprising, learning experiences.
• Is interested in building children’s oracy and vocabulary.
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to build strong relationships with our families
• Is nurturing and able to encourage the best from every child allowing all to shine.
• Is a friendly, caring, team-player with a good sense of humour who can complement our small team and contribute to the wider life of our schools.

What is in it for me?

In return we can offer:

• A leadership team who highly value excellent teaching, creative thinking and new ideas
• A stable team of experienced supportive colleagues who enjoy their work and each other’s company.
• An idyllic rural village school environment with single year group classes
• Opportunities for CPD, subject leadership development and access to Apple Macbooks
• Talented, creative children and families
• A school in which children are genuinely at the heart of everything we do

DBS check

Rode and Norton School Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

Supporting documents and information

We welcome applications from ECTs or more experienced teachers who are committed to doing their very best for our schools and community. The vacancy is for four days a week, but this will be extended to full-time (5 days, including 20% non-contact time) for an ECT1 at the beginning of their career.

If you believe that you could be the special person, we are looking for then we would like to hear from you. To arrange a visit to the school please contact the Rode Office Team on 01373 830523. For further information and an application form please visit our website. Applications should be emailed to our School Business Manager: K.Twitchen@rnsf.co.uk

Hours of work: Full-time (potential for 0.8)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Tuesday May 5th 9am
Shortlisting Date: Wednesday May 6th
Interview Date: TBA
Commencement date: 1st September 2026

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