At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and nurture young minds in our EYFS reception class.
- Company: Join the supportive team at Mendip Green Primary School.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and a voice in decision-making.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on children's lives and the school community.
- Qualifications: 1-3 years of teaching experience and a passion for education.
The predicted salary is between 34068 - 46937 £ per year.
Employer: Mendip Green Primary School
Location: Weston-super-Mare, Somerset
Contract Type: Fixed term contract
Hours: Part Time
Contract Length: 12 months
Salary: £34,068 - £46,937 TMS 1-6
Posted: 2nd November 2026
Expires: 13th November 2026 11:59 PM
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Job ID: 1582048
Are you a teacher with a passion for going beyond the ordinary, a talent for helping children succeed, and a heart for nurturing young minds? We are looking for a dedicated and ambitious primary school teacher for our EYFS reception class with strong team-working abilities to join our supportive, ambitious and dynamic trust. This is an opportunity for an experienced Early Years/Reception class teacher who shares our values and is ready to make an impact. If you are a motivated teacher with 1-3 years of experience and a love for teaching, we’d love to hear from you. We encourage teachers at all stages of their careers to apply for this role, especially those with a passion for making a difference.
Hours: 0.6 FTE, 12 month fixed term contract
Closing date: 13 November 2026
Interview date: 17 November 2026
Start date: 1 January 2027
You will:
- teach with passion
- ensure high outcomes for all pupils
- be committed to meeting and exceeding all teaching standards
- have good general knowledge and secure knowledge of the whole school curriculum
- be highly skilled at selecting from and using a wide repertoire of pedagogical approaches
- build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
- contribute to the overall success and positive culture of the school
- provide challenge and support to all pupils
- be a role model who influences the attitudes, values and learning behaviours of pupils
Why choose Mendip Green:
- Make a lasting impact: not only will you play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of 30 amazing children, nurturing their curiosity and igniting their passion for learning, but also the wider school community. You really will have a positive impact on school improvement and the outcomes of our children.
- Fully inclusive: we are a large and vibrant team of colleagues who share a genuine ethos of inclusion and care. We can offer you the opportunity to work with children from different backgrounds and with a range of needs. We have an ASD hub and a hearing and language resource base on site that are an integral part of our commitment to providing an extraordinary education for every child.
- Career progression: We have a strong track record of ‘growing our own’, with many of our teachers moving onto senior leadership positions for those who wish to grow into leaders. We recognise that this isn’t for everyone and also invest in our strong career teachers who want to be the best that they can be.
- Be heard: everybody at Mendip has a voice: decisions are made with the school council, and there’s an open place on the SLT each year, so teachers have a voice at senior level.
What we offer:
- a supportive and collaborative environment where all staff are valued and empowered to achieve their best and always be proud of who they are and what they do
- a central team with education specialists in school improvement, innovation and development, SEND and education welfare
- a diverse and inclusive group of academies where every child is valued and celebrated
- the opportunity to learn new things or develop existing skills with quality, ongoing professional development and a series of career pathways to help you grow and excel in your teaching career
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Safeguarding Statement: Mendip Green Primary School is part of Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. We will be undertaking an appropriate online search for shortlisted candidates. It is an offence to apply for a role that requires regulated activity if you are barred from doing so. Any concerns will be reported immediately to the appropriate body. Our safeguarding policy is available on the school website.
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