13 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    September 2026 or as soon as possible after

  • Closing date

    21 June 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    8 June 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Subjects

History, Humanities

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Fixed term - Maternity Cover, up to 1 year. - Maternity or parental leave cover

Pay scale

Qualified Teachers’ Pay Scale

What skills and experience we're looking for

This role will involve teaching History across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential to contribute to wider Humanities subjects. The ideal candidate will be passionate about history and committed to nurturing curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of the past. You will help students draw meaningful connections between historical events and the modern world, equipping them with the analytical skills they need to succeed.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who has:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
  • Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
  • The ability to deliver high-quality Humanities lessons in line with the school’s curriculum.
  • The energy, creativity, and resilience to bring learning to life
  • A team-oriented mindset, with a willingness to contribute to a supportive and high-performing department
  • A belief that every child can succeed, and that great teaching makes it possible

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.

Why Join Us?

When you join BCA, you join a forward-thinking academy that values its staff as its greatest strength. We know that when teachers are supported, trusted, and inspired, amazing things happen in classrooms.


What the school offers its staff

Our employees benefit from:

  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme
  • Employee Rewards Scheme – High Street discounts, staff wellbeing centre
  • Significantly reduced membership at on-site gyms.
  • Flexible working options – including part-time and job share opportunities
  • Personalised CPD through our Continual Professional Growth Policy
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion

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.

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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About Bridgwater College Academy

School type
Academies, None, ages 3 to 16
Education phase
All through school
School size
1576 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 recruitment@btc-trust.org.

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