2 Jobs: Early Years & Phonics Lead (0.8) and SENCO (0.1)
Oake, Bradford and Nynehead VC Primary, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 1AZ10 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
24 September 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
14 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): EYFS - Monday - Thursday Senco - either a Wednesday or Friday but could be negotiated
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 to UPS3
What skills and experience we're looking for
Plan, deliver and review engaging learning opportunities for children in a mixed Reception and Year 1 class.
Provide a high-quality EYFS curriculum, making effective use of adult-led learning, continuousprovisionand opportunities for purposeful play.
Ensure a successful transition from Reception into Year 1, adapting provision appropriately as children become ready for the Key Stage 1 curriculum
Set high expectations which inspire, challenge and motivate pupils.
Assess, record and report on pupils’ progress and attainment, using assessment effectively to inform future teaching and provision.
Promote strong foundations in communication and language, early reading, writing and mathematics
EARLY YEARS LEADERSHIP if the experience or willingness to be supported with this role.
Lead the development of high-quality Early Years practice within the school.
Ensure that the EYFS curriculum is ambitious, well sequenced and appropriate to the needs of the children.
Support the effective use and development of continuous provision and the learning environment.
Monitor the quality and impact of Early Years provision and identify appropriate priorities for development.
Ensure assessment is purposeful,manageableand used effectively to identify children’s next steps
Work in partnership with Little Acorns Nursery to support continuity of learning and successful transition into Reception.
Develop positive relationships with prospective and new families and support transition arrangements into school.
PHONICS & EARLY READING LEADERSHIP - training could be given
Lead phonics and early reading across the school.
Ensure high-quality implementation of Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised,maintaining fidelity to the programme.
Model effective phonics and early reading teaching and support colleagues in developing their practice.
Monitor the quality and consistency of phonics teaching and reading practice.
Use assessment effectively to identify pupils at risk of falling behind and ensure timely keep-up support is provided.
Work with parents and carers to help them understand how they can support early reading and phonics at home.
SENDCo RESPONSIBILITIES - to have a SENCO qualification or be willing to work towards one.
The following section applies where the successful applicant is also appointed to the 0.1 SENDCo role.
Lead and coordinate provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities across the school.
Work with the Headteacher and staff to develop and implement the school’s SEND policy and inclusive practice.
Ensure the school fulfils its responsibilities under the SEND Code of Practice and relevant statutory requirements.
Support teachers in identifying pupils’ needs and planning appropriate provision through the graduated approach.
Maintain appropriate SENDrecords and ensure documentation isaccurateand up to date.
Monitor the progress and provision of pupils with SEND and evaluate the impact of interventions and support.
Work closely with parents and carers, ensuring they are appropriately involved in decisions about their child’s provision.
Where the postholder does not already hold the required SENDCo qualification, undertake and successfully complete the required qualification within the statutory timescale.
What the school offers its staff
Why join us?
Lovely, well-behaved children who are keen to learn
A small,friendly and supportive team
A school that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
An active and enthusiastic PTA
Committed governors and strong links with our families and village community
The opportunity to bring your own ideas and help shape the next stage of our school’s journey
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Apply for this jobAbout Oake, Bradford and Nynehead VC Primary
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 67 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- zoe.bond@obnprimary.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01823 461533
At OBN, we are a warm and caring Church school where our Christian vision, “Let Your Light Shine,” is at the heart of everything we do. With 70 pupils on roll and three mixed-age classes, we offer a close-knit, family atmosphere where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to flourish.
We are committed to providing a positive, nurturing, and engaging education that enables all children to reach their full potential academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Our small school environment allows us to build strong relationships with children and their families, ensuring that every pupil feels supported, safe, and inspired to learn.
OBN is a welcoming school community where kindness, respect, and a genuine commitment to children's success underpin all that we do.
Arranging a visit to Oake, Bradford and Nynehead VC Primary
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email zoe.bond@obnprimary.co.uk.
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