Somerset Children & Learning www.slp.somerset.gov.uk dasjobs.co.uk
29 TEACHING VACANCIES
Issue No. Issue
21 September 2018
Equal Opportunities Employer All adverts for posts in educational establishments, including governors and requests for volunteers require a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure. “Somerset County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.”
Unless otherwise stated, salaries for teaching posts are QUALIFIED TEACHERS’ PAY SPINE (starting point dependent on qualifications and experience)
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PRIMARY HEADSHIP (SCC)……………………………………...... 3
PRIMARY (SCC) …………………………………………………...... 3
PRIMARY ACADEMY…………………………………………………...6
SECONDARY ACADEMIES……………………………………...... 6
SPECIAL SCHOOLS……………………………………...... 9
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PRIMARY HEADSHIP
Curry Mallet Church of England VC Primary School Lower Street, Curry Mallet, Taunton, Somerset TA3 6TA Telephone: 01823 480421 Email: [email protected] Website: www.currymalletschool.co.uk NOR: 77
HEADTEACHER Group 1. ISR L6 – L18 Required for January 2019
Due to the retirement of our present Headteacher, the governors, staff and children are seeking to appoint a Headteacher who will continue the development of this highly successful school and build on its existing good practices. Curry Mallet Church of England Primary School is situated in the heart of beautiful countryside, where it is an integral part of the local community. We have a team of highly dedicated staff, a supportive governing body and a hard working PTFA. The school has a positive atmosphere that creates a happy learning environment in which all our children can excel. We would like an enthusiastic Headteacher to develop and extend our success by: • Possessing strong leadership qualities that inspire and motivate; • Continuing to encourage our high standards of achievement and behaviour; • Showing a clear vision for the future; • Maintaining and developing strong links with parents, the Church and the community. And who will: • Understand, value and maintain the caring ethos of our church school; • Find creative and innovative ways to continue to ensure the children and staff reach their full potential; • Have excellent communication skills and a friendly and approachable manner. We can offer: • A flourishing school with an excellent record of achievement across the curriculum; • Friendly, happy, motivated children; • Committed and dedicated staff, governors and supportive parents. • A beautiful, rural setting where children thrive naturally. To find out more about the school, please visit our website at http://www.currymalletschool.co.uk/ Apply online at http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/headteacher-68/ Visits to the school are warmly welcomed; please contact the school office to arrange this. Curry Mallet School is committed to Equal Opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to employment checks and a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. We reserve the right to research applicants on social media platforms and the internet, and the Governing Body may take this into consideration during the recruitment process.’ Closing Date: 12 noon, Friday 5 October 2018 Interview date: 18/19 October 2018
PRIMARY
St Mary’s CofE Primary School & Little Oaks Nursery Oakfield Road, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 7LX Headteacher: Mrs Morwenna Dunstan Age Range 2-11 St Mary’s School NOR: 421 & Little Oaks Nursery: 32 places Tel: 01278 422691 Email: [email protected] www.stmarysbridgwater.co.uk
DEPUTY HEADTEACHER Leadership Range 5 – 9 (£43,454 - £47,967) Full time Post Required for January 2019
3 Following the appointment of our new Headteacher, and the promotion of our Deputy Headteacher to an external Headship, we are seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational Deputy Headteacher with the experience, skills and ambition to play a major role in the leadership and management of our school, while working in partnership with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team. The successful applicant will be:- • An outstanding and inspirational teacher who is committed to providing high quality learning experiences for all children • An exemplary leader with the enthusiasm to motivate staff and encourage teamwork; • Knowledgeable of the curriculum and the use of data, and experience of the whole primary age range • Able to demonstrate having an impact in raising standards • Well-organised with excellent interpersonal and communication skills We can offer: • Happy, enthusiastic and confident children • An inclusive, nurturing, welcoming and friendly school • The opportunity to support the Headteacher in leading and managing the school • A well-resourced and creative environment • A strong commitment to professional development and work-life balance Visits to the school are encouraged; please telephone the school office to arrange an appointment. An information pack containing job description, person specification, and application form is available from the school office via e-mail or from the school website. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Closing date: 5.00pm, Wednesday 3rd October 2018 Interview date: Tuesday 16th October 2018
St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School
EYFS TEACHER REQUIRED Maternity Cover, Full-Time January – August 2019 (2 full terms)
St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School is a warm, caring community, committed to providing a first class education for all our pupils whilst nurturing our staff to achieve their potential. Graded ‘Good’ by OFSTED in 2015, we are situated on the outskirts of Midsomer Norton near Bath and serve a wide catchment area on the border between Somerset and B&NES. We are now looking to appoint a passionate and creative EYFS teacher (maternity cover) who can join our team and support the Christian ethos of our wonderful school. We have an opportunity for one full-time EYFS teacher for maternity cover. This is a fixed-term post, starting on 7th January 2019 and ending 31st August 2019, teaching Reception Class, Monday -Friday. We can offer you: • A warm, caring school where everyone is valued • A committed, hardworking staff • On-going professional development and leadership opportunities • Well-behaved, friendly and responsive children We are looking for a teacher who is: • flexible, and has a caring approach • enthusiastic and imaginative • dedicated, well organised and striving for excellence • able to work collaboratively with both teaching and support staff • willing to enter fully into the life of the school Applications are invited from experienced EYFS teachers who are supportive of our Catholic ethos. Applications must be submitted using the CES application form (and sent to the school with your supporting statement. Please contact the school for further details. Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by calling our office. Closing date: Midday on Friday 5th October 2018 Interviews week commencing 15th October 2018
4 Please send your application, using the Catholic Education Service Teacher Application Forms, to Mrs Stratford, School Business Manager at the address below or by email to [email protected] You can request an application pack from: St Benedict’s Catholic Primary School, Charlton Lane, Midsomer Norton, Radstock BA3 4BD Tel. 01761 418594 www.stbenedicts.info Email: [email protected] We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for the successful applicant.
Neroche Community Primary School & First Friends Pre-School Broadway, Nr Ilminster, Somerset. NOR 247
YEAR 5 TEACHER Full Time Maternity Cover Post Temporary Contract for 2 terms anticipated to begin in January 2019 (M1 to UPS3)
We are excited to offer an exciting opportunity for a creative teacher to join our successful and growing school. Our children love learning and their behaviour and work ethics are exceptional, which leads to very high outcomes. We are seeking an innovative Year 5 teacher to join our team to cover a maternity leave, anticipated to begin in January 2019. We have invested heavily in our school environment and are totally committed to our children receiving the best possible creative curriculum in school. If you are ambitious in developing your career and gaining significant KS2 experiences as a key part of our Yr5 and Yr6 team, we want to meet you! We offer, what we believe to be, a uniquely supportive team environment for all of our staff and we are eager to find the right candidate to join our fun, committed and hardworking team. If you are searching for the ideal upper KS2 post, in an Outstanding School with genuine Distributed Leadership, then we cannot wait to meet you! This post is available from M1 (NQTs) up to UPS3. Visits to the school are most welcome, please telephone 01460 52664 to book an appointment with Mr Connel Boyle, Headteacher. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS disclosure is required for this post and full checks are made with the DfE baring service. We do not accept CVs all applications must be on our standard application form and references, including current employers will be contacted and verified as part of our robust Safer Recruitment procedures. Closing date; 12 noon Monday 8th October 2018. Interviews will be held the week commencing 8th October 2018. Apply online at http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/year-5-teacher/ or please email [email protected] or post a request for an application pack to Mr Connel Boyle Headteacher Neroche Primary School Broadway Somerset TA19 9RG
Rode and Norton St Philip School Federation Inspire, Explore, Discover, Create, Flourish
Y3 TEACHER (maternity cover) Start date: 8th November 2018 Salary: MPS Location: Rode Methodist VC First School Part-time 0.4. Temporary maternity cover Working days: Thursday & Friday
Are you creative and inspiring? If you are, the children of Rode and Norton St Philip School Federation would like you to apply for this post in our vibrant and successful schools. This post is suitable for teachers with KS1/KS2 experience who have enthusiasm for exploration, discovery and learning. Opportunities for making a mark will be numerous and encouragement to try new ideas and to develop professionally will be constant.
5 To arrange a visit, to find out more and to download application information please look on our website www.rodeandnortonschoolfederation.co.uk Closing date: Monday 1st October 2018 Interviews: Wednesday 10th October 2018 Our schools are committed to equal opportunities and to the welfare and safety of children and young people. These posts will require a criminal background check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
PRIMARY ACADEMIES
Minerva Primary School, Outer Circle, Taunton, Somerset TA1 2BU Tel: 01823 337051 Email: [email protected] Website: www.minervaprimaryschool.co.uk
PPA TEACHER - Full time or potential job share Pay Scale dependent on qualifications and experience
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic teacher interested in teaching classes throughout the school where the teacher is released for PPA across KS1 and KS2. A passion for teaching sport and developing high quality sport provision would be of particular interest however the successful candidate will also be able to deliver literacy and numeracy to an exceptional standard. This is a fixed term appointment to 31st August 2020 in the first instance. Minerva Primary School is part of The Redstart Learning Partnership MAT. As a Trust we work collaboratively across our schools and you will be working within a supportive team of committed teachers and support staff. Closing Date: Friday 28th September 2018 Interview Date: Thursday 4th October 2018 For further information including job details and an application form, please visit either the school website on www.minervaprimaryschool.co.uk or the Trust website on http://www.theredstartlearningpartnership.co.uk Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school at the address above. Completed application forms to be returned to: - [email protected] Please note: Applications by CV or incomplete forms will not be considered. TRLP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check.
SECONDARY ACADEMIES
“A Good School” - Ofsted Feb 2017 Whitstone School, Charlton Road, Shepton Mallet BA4 5PF Tel: 01749 345555 Email: [email protected] Headteacher: Gill Rennard Age Range: 11-16, NOR 513
FACULTY LEADER Design and Information Technology (TL2B) Full Time from January 2019
This is a unique opportunity for an IT teacher to lead our Design and Information Technology Faculty. Are you: • An outstanding classroom practitioner? • An experienced teacher of IT?
6 • Energetic and enthusiastic? • Innovative and inspirational? • Committed to maximising the life chances of young people? Whitstone School is a successful 11 – 16 comprehensive school serving the market town of Shepton Mallet and surrounding area. We are a friendly, supportive learning community and will offer the successful candidate: • The chance to work with a talented and supportive team of staff • An attractive and well resourced working environment • Excellent professional development opportunities • Free gym membership For more information please contact Mrs Ruth Sayer, Office Manager on 01749 345555 for an application pack or visit our website: www.whitstoneschool.org Closing date: noon on Friday 5 October Interviews: Thursday 11 October Whitstone School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to references and an enhanced DBS check before confirmation.
Bridgwater College Academy, Parkway, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 4QY www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org Tel: 01278 727327 Bridgwater College Academy is an independent but wholly Government funded school for 3 to 16 year olds in Bridgwater.
PRIMARY TEACHERS Qualified Teacher’s Pay Scale (Ref PT1) Starting December 2018 for Maternity Cover for one year or return of the post holder, whichever is soonest.
We are looking for a colleague to join our friendly and welcoming team of Primary Teachers. This will be on a 0.6 contract, working Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays providing cover for Years 2 and 6.
(Ref PT2) Starting March 2019 for Maternity Cover on a full time basis for one year or return of the post holder, whichever is soonest.
We are looking for a colleague to join our friendly and welcoming team of Primary Teachers to teach year 3.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Academy, where putting students first is part of our fundamental culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff. You would be working within a supportive team of committed teachers and support staff. There are twenty three classes within our Primary phase, we have strong links to the local community and work hard to constantly achieve the best practice and provision for our students. We are looking for an outstanding classroom teacher within our Primary Phase. Ideally you will be able to offer areas of interest and will be committed to extra-curricular activities. You will need to be either an outstanding classroom practitioner already, or an NQT that can demonstrate the potential to become outstanding quickly, with a commitment to continuous professional development. You will also need to have good behaviour management skills and the ability to inspire and develop students in order to raise standards and maximise their potential. Please specify on your application which year group(s) you have experience of teaching. Do please come to visit us and see what an exciting opportunity our Academy can offer to a teacher looking to be the best they can be and make a significant contribution to narrowing the gap in achievement and attainment for our students. Full details and an application pack can be found in the Vacancies section on: www.bridgwatercollegeacademy.org Closing Date for applications: Noon, Friday 12th October 2018 Bridgwater College Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.
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The Castle School, Wellington Road, Taunton, Somerset TA1 5AU Tel: 01823 274073 www.castleschool.co.uk
The Castle School is looking to appoint a TEACHER OF ENGLISH from January 2019 (with an earlier start also available) to fulfil our commitment to reducing class sizes and workload for our teachers. Both Full and Part time applications are welcomed.
We are currently seeking a teacher of English to join our warm and supportive team. The successful candidate will join our outstanding Trust comprising two secondary schools, a growing number of primary schools and a successful and thriving Teaching School which offers a range of excellent opportunities to both experienced and newly qualified teachers. Situated in Taunton and Wellington, the historic county towns of Somerset, The Castle Partnership Trust has been established since 2014 and is well regarded in both towns. The surrounding area boasts a range of stunning landscapes whilst still offering excellent transport links via the M5. Somerset is a lovely place for families and as a member of the staff, you will be assured a place for your children at our schools. At The Castle Partnership Trust we are fortunate to have students who are motivated and enthusiastic about learning and taking part in the huge range of enrichment on offer. The Castle Partnership Trust is committed to providing strong professional development support for all colleagues who work with us. As a Teaching School and Trust sponsor, there are opportunities to build a fantastic CV working with working across The Castle Partnership Trust and within our Partnership of four secondary schools. For application packs and more information about The Castle Partnership Trust, please visit www.castleschool.co.uk The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday the 1st of October 2018 with interviews due to take place later that week, however applications will be shortlisted as they arrive and interviews may be arranged individually. The Castle School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosures.
Huish Episcopi Academy (11-18) Wincanton Road, Langport, Somerset TA10 9SS Do you want to work in a dynamic, forward thinking and supportive environment? Look no further than Huish Episcopi Academy. We believe that Huish Episcopi Academy is a very special and rewarding place to work, where staff have a shared vision of delivering the best outcomes for all students in our community. Huish Episcopi Academy is a very successful, oversubscribed 11-18 school serving a large rural area of Somerset. The Academy prides itself on high academic achievement for all students, excellent standards of respect and behaviour in addition to outstanding teaching facilities and resources. Staff benefit from an extensive CPD programme, including access to the Huish Academy Leaders Programme and the Somerset Aspiring Heads Programme; reduced membership rates at our community leisure centre; membership and regular involvement with PiXL events; and the support of a dynamic and hard-working leadership team. We have the following vacancy available from 1 January 2018:
TEACHER OF A LEVEL SOCIOLOGY (0.4 FTE) Part time. Qualified Teachers’ Pay Scale. Permanent.
Application packs are available from our website at www.huishepiscopi.net or from Miss Leach at the school. Closing date for applications – noon on Friday 28 September 2018 with interviews taking place the following week. Telephone 01458 250501 Fax 01458 250262 Email: [email protected]
8 Huish Episcopi Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts require a criminal background check to be completed.
SPECIAL
Elmwood & Penrose Federation, Hamp Avenue, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 6AW Tel: 01278 456243 Email: [email protected] www.elmwood-school.org.uk Age range: 4-19 ‘Believe You Can’
0.6 MPS CLASS TEACHER Fixed Term from January 2019 – August 2020
Elmwood & Penrose Federation are looking for an innovative and enthusiastic teacher to work at our Post 16 Centre from the start of the Spring Term January 2019 on a fixed term contract. There are two schools within the Federation, Penrose School which is a Primary phase special school and Elmwood School which is a Secondary phase special school. Elmwood School has a separate Post 16 facility, the Jean Rees Centre. The three different sites are situated across Bridgwater. The Jean Rees Centre is located on the Chilton Trinity Campus. The centre is purpose built and has specialist teaching facilities to enable our young people to develop independent living skills alongside skills for work. Our Post 16 Curriculum 'Steps to Employment' enable all students to continue to learn in English, Maths and ICT. Our students have a wide range of learning needs. We offer a personalised curriculum alongside a wide range of enrichment opportunities and interventions. We are committed to offering our staff a high quality and extensive CPD and offer opportunities for progression throughout the Federation. If you feel you have what it takes to work with us to achieve the very best for our students we would very much like to hear from you. Enquiries and visits are welcomed. Please contact Mrs SE Pring. Apply online at http://dasjobs.co.uk/job/class-teacher-70/ Elmwood & Penrose Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts working with children and/or vulnerable adults will be subject to an enhanced DBS and medical clearance. Closing date: Monday 8 October 2018 at midday Shortlisting will take place on: Tuesday 9 October 2018 Interviews: Wednesday 17 October 2018
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