15 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    19 November 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    4 November 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher or lecturer

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years

Working pattern

Full time (Can be done as a job share): Full time, all year around contract, permanent

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

£34,069 - £52,835

What skills and experience we're looking for

About The Role

Are you a passionate and inspiring Early Years Teacher who is committed to giving children the very best start to their education? We are seeking an enthusiastic EYFS Teacher to join our dedicated team and provide high-quality teaching and learning experiences that nurture every child's development and wellbeing. You will create a safe, inclusive and engaging environment where children can thrive, develop confidence and achieve their full potential.

In this role, you will:

  • Deliver engaging and creative learning opportunities in line with the EYFS Framework.
  • Create a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports all areas of child development.
  • Monitor and assess children's progress to ensure they achieve their best outcomes.
  • Build strong partnerships with parents, carers and colleagues to support every child's learning journey.
  • Promote children's wellbeing, independence and positive behaviour.
  • Contribute to the wider life, vision and values of the school and Trust.

What the school offers its staff

About Bridgwater College Academy

Bridgwater College Academy is a vibrant all-through academy where ambition, high expectations and a commitment to excellence drive everything we do. Serving students from early years through to secondary education, we provide a supportive and inclusive environment where young people are empowered to achieve their full potential. As part of an exciting school improvement journey, we are building a culture of high-quality teaching, strong relationships and continuous development, making this an inspiring time to join our team.

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.

We welcome applications from qualified teachers who have successfully completed their statutory induction period. Unfortunately, we are not currently able to support ECT induction for this post.

What We Offer

We care about our staff and are committed to creating a positive and supportive working environment. In addition to salary, we offer:

  • Teachers Pension Scheme

  • Employee Reward Scheme, including high street discounts and access to a staff wellbeing centre

  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to on-site gym facilities at selected locations
  • The opportunity to be part of an ambitious and improving all-through academy.
  • A supportive and collaborative teaching environment focused on achieving the best outcomes for all students.

Closing date for applications: 19th November 2026, at 11:59pm

Anticipated interview date: 27th November 2026

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, Teachers Pension Scheme, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Safeguarding Statement

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated 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. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Commitment to safeguarding

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated 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. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).  A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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Additional documents

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

About Bridgwater College Academy

Organisation type
Academy, ages 3 to 16
Education phase
All through school
Size
1561 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 16
Ofsted report
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Bridgwater College Academy is a mixed all-through Academy which combines both primary and secondary education for pupils aged 3 to 16. The academy, which is sponsored by Bridgwater and Taunton College, is located in Bridgwater, Somerset, England.

Arranging a visit to Bridgwater College Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email emily.cornish@btc-trust.org.

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