Teacher

Dunster First School, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6RX

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  18 March 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  4 March 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 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 0.6FTE 3 days per week. Wednesday - Friday. Term Time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Main Scale to UPS depending upon experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

This role will suit you if you have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong understanding of effective primary teaching practice
• Experience of teaching in Key Stage 2 (or a willingness and enthusiasm to do so)
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that inspire curiosity and a love of learning
• High expectations for all pupils and a commitment to helping every child achieve their potential
• Experience of using assessment effectively to support pupil progress
• A commitment to inclusive practice, supporting the needs of all learners including those with SEND
• Excellent classroom management and the ability to create a positive, purposeful learning environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• reflective approach to teaching and a genuine enthusiasm for ongoing professional development
• An appreciation of the opportunities and rewards of working in a small, community-focused school

What the school offers its staff

• A collaborative, friendly team and supportive leadership, including engaged Governors who care about your success
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in a school where your ideas and efforts are truly valued
• Ongoing professional development tailored to your growth and career progression opportunities
• An inclusive, values-driven culture that champions diversity, wellbeing, and a sense of belonging for all
• A Federation-wide ethos of collaboration and care

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

Class Teacher Job Description.pdf - 239 KB (opens in new tab)

Class Teacher March 2026.pdf - 107 KB (opens in new tab)

Application-Form-for-all-School-Staff-2023 MF.doc - 221 KB (opens in new tab)

Class Teacher Person Spec.pdf - 86.7 KB (opens in new tab)

About Dunster First School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 9
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 103 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 9
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Dunster First School website
• Email address: recruitment@moorlandfed.co.uk
• Phone number: 07947 994052
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/dunster-first-school

About Dunster First School and the Moorland Federation

Dunster First School is a welcoming village school set in the heart of Dunster, surrounded by woodland, moorland and the heritage of Dunster Castle. At the centre of our supportive community, we are proud to be a happy, kind and caring school where children always come first.

We celebrate each child’s individuality, their creativity, curiosity and character and are committed to helping them flourish both academically and personally. “Expect the best in everything then play your part in achieving it”

Our Federation celebrates individuality and a strong sense of community, nurturing children to grow together, and learn for life, as confident, compassionate citizens. We value teamwork, care deeply about wellbeing, and are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children in our care.

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