Class Teacher

Puriton Primary School, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 8BT

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  28 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  15 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Full time: This is a 1 year fixed term contract, teaching Year 1. Start date: 01/09/2026 End date: 31/08/2027
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,930 - £47,471

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has experience teaching within the primary phase, with a strong understanding of the National Curriculum.
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and the ability to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Strives to create a supportive and inclusive school environment where every child can thrive.
• Demonstrates a passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all members of our school community.

What the school offers its staff

We believe people flourish when they feel valued, supported and inspired. At Puriton Primary School, you’ll find a collaborative culture, purposeful professional development and a shared commitment to wellbeing.

Eligible colleagues benefit from a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments.

Find out more about what it’s like to work with us at: https://www.futuralearning.co.uk/careers

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Puriton Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and values-driven Class Teacher to join our team on a 1 Year Fixed Term Contract. The successful candidate will assess and track pupil progress effectively, adapt teaching to meet individual needs, and set high expectations that motivate and inspire learners.

You’ll be part of a supportive and ambitious team who are committed to helping every child reach their full potential. You’ll join colleagues who work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where staff and pupils thrive together.

About Puriton Primary School

Puriton Primary School is a small, community-focused school near Bridgwater that offers a nurturing and inclusive environment. With a dedicated team and a strong partnership with families, the school supports children to become confident, caring, and curious learners.

Puriton Primary School is proud to be part of Futura Learning Partnership, a trust dedicated to building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Futura-Recruitment-Pack-March-2026.pdf - 858 KB (opens in new tab)

Teacher (with UPS) JD (5) (2).pdf - 317 KB (opens in new tab)

About Puriton Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 198 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Puriton Primary School website
• Email address: rsmith@futuralearning.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/puriton-primary-school-bridgwater

Arranging a visit to Puriton Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email rsmith@futuralearning.co.uk.

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