KS1 Class Teacher

Wincanton Primary School, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9EL

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Required from 1 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  20 May 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: Part time: 2 days per week - This role is a job share
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: TMS1 to TMS6

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our highly acclaimed OFSTED rated ‘Good’ school (March 2025) is looking for a candidate who is able to demonstrate a commitment to raising children’s aspirations and attainment through creative and inspiring learning experiences. 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. This post is a job-share and there is flexibility with the days either at the beginning or the end of the week. 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 Year 1/Year 2 classroom practice
• Strong knowledge of phonics and early reading and writing. Supports the ethos from the new writing framework.
• Proven ICT skills and Interactive Whiteboard teaching
• Clear understanding of assessing pupil's progress
• 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

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 in to active and interested 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.

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

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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CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Wincanton Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 396 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School 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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