EYFS Class Teacher

Wincanton Primary School, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9EL

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 November 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (632)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Part time: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday
• Contract type: Fixed term - 2 terms
• Pay scale: TMS1 to TMS6

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our highly acclaimed, 2 form entry, OFSTED rated ‘Good’ School (March 2025) is looking to appoint a dedicated, resilient, creative and outstanding teacher who can demonstrate a commitment to raising children’s aspirations and attainment through creative and inspiring Early Years provision. We are looking for a teacher whose dedication will motivate and connect with our pupils and families, whilst ensuring progress and ambition are fostered for all learners. Someone who reflects on their practice, as well as their class’, and amends learning to meet the needs presented to them on a daily basis. This post is suitable for an ECT.

We are looking for a teacher who has:

• Proven ability to work effectively alongside others to have a significant impact on pupil's attainment
• Proven highly effective EYFS practice
• Effective teaching and assessment of phonics to develop early reading
• Proven ICT skills and Interactive Whiteboard teaching
• Clear understanding of assessing pupil's progress through play.
• Comprehensive understanding of the needs of pupils with SEND needs within the mainstream classroom
• Excellent communication skills with children, parents and colleagues
• Ability to build effective relationships with adults and children
• Work as part of an effective team with humour and dedication
• Good organisation skills
• Uses their initiative

The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice. Pre-employment and online checks will be undertaken before any post is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Interested candidates are warmly invited to look around our school. Please contact the school office to make an appointment. Application packs and further information are available from the school website under key Information/Vacancies.

Application forms should be returned by email to office@wincantonprimaryschool.co.uk for the attention of our Headteacher, Mr. G. Wilson

Closing date: Friday 20 November

Interview date: Tuesday 24 November

What the school offers its staff

We are proud of our school and all that happens within it. We wish our pupils to achieve greatly and experience learning hands-on and in real contexts. The staff and pupils are dedicated to getting the best out of every experience and through our nurturing and respectful ethos, pupils grow and develop into active and enthusiastic learners.

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to equal opportunities and safer recruitment practice. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any post is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

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About Wincanton Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 388 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Wincanton Primary School website
• Email address: office@wincantonprimaryschool.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wincanton-primary-school

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Arranging a visit to Wincanton Primary School

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

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