Teacher

Orchard Vale Community School, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 8QY

10 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  23 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  13 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916 - £51,048

Teacher job summary

Salary: MPS - UPS - £32,916 - £51,048 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern: This is a fixed term maternity cover position working 0.6 FTE (in the first instance), 39 weeks per year between 20th April 2026 and 31st December 2026 - further information regarding the available hours to be discussed at interview

Orchard Vale Primary School are seeking an inspirational Primary School Teacher to join our dedicated Foundation & Early Years team team until 31st December 2026 to support maternity cover. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic practitioner who is passionate about delivering high‑quality teaching and helping every child achieve their full potential. Applications from experienced & newly qualified candidates are welcome.

About the Role

As a Teacher, you will deliver high‑quality teaching and learning in line with the Teachers’ Standards.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Planning, preparing and teaching engaging lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs Leading by example to secure high standards of behaviour, motivation and achievement Monitoring and assessing pupil progress, using data to inform planning and target‑setting Reporting to parents and contributing to school improvement processes Creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment Working collaboratively with support staff and colleagues across the school Contributing to performance management, training, and whole‑school initiatives Upholding school values, behaviour expectations and community ethos

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher who can bring positivity, professionalism and a strong commitment to children’s learning.

Essential attributes include:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an ETC working towards their QTS Recent successful teaching experience in EYFS Strong behaviour management skills and understanding of high‑quality teaching and learning Ability to teach pupils of all abilities and use ICT effectively in lessons Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice Ability to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community

Desirable attributes include:

Experience leading a curriculum area Excellent ICT skills and ability to contribute to policy development Experience teaching across multiple primary key stages Ability to organise extra‑curricular activities

Why Join Us?

You’ll become part of a supportive, forward‑thinking school team that values collaboration, creativity and shared success. We offer:

Opportunities to influence practice and contribute to whole‑school improvement A commitment to staff development and CPD A positive, inclusive school ethos and welcoming community

If you’re an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who wants to inspire a love of learning and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. If you are interested and would like to discuss this post further, please contact Fiona Pearce, Head Teacher or Gary Quilter Deputy Head Teacher via the school email orchardvale@thsp.org.uk.

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 23rd February 2026, interviews will be held on Friday 27th February 2026.

Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

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

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

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Orchard Vale Community School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 323 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Orchard Vale Community School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/orchard-vale-community-school-barnstaple

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