# Classroom Teacher MAT coverEmployer: Lyngford Park Primary School & NurseryLocation: Taunton, SomersetContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: 1 YearSalary: M3 - M5 £38,400 - £43,529Posted: 10th November 2026Expires: 24th November 2026 10:00 AMStart Date: 22nd February 2027Job ID: 1583598* Share :* Print**Classroom Teacher – Maternity Cover at Lyngford Primary School****Salary:** M3 - M5 £38,400 - £43,529**Contract:** Maternity Cover from February 2027 for 1 year**Start Date:** February 2027**Closing Date:** 24th November 2026**An exciting opportunity to join our team**Lyngford Park Primary & Nursery, part of The Richard Huish Trust, is an ambitious school. We are working with our community to raise aspirations for our children and families.From February 2027, we wish to appoint an inspiring part-time Key Stage 1 practitioner who is wishing to work in a supportive and diverse school. The successful candidate will have energy, be self-motivated and have a passion for learning. You will be resilient and be able to inspire children from diverse backgrounds, all wishing to learn.**The successful candidate will:*** Be an enthusiastic and committed teacher with high expectations of themselves and their pupils.* Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and stimulating learning opportunities that meet the needs, abilities and interests of all pupils.* Use formative, summative and observational assessment effectively to inform planning and teaching.* Create a positive, inclusive and well-organised classroom environment where every child feels safe, valued and able to succeed.* Maintain excellent standards of behaviour and classroom management in line with school policies.* Establish positive and professional relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and external agencies.* Maintain accurate records of planning, assessment and attendance.* Contribute positively to staff teamwork, professional development and the wider life of the school.* Uphold the school's safeguarding, health and safety, equality and confidentiality policies and procedures.* Take responsibility for leading an area of the curriculum, contributing to its development across the school.* Keep up to date with curriculum developments and current best practice.* Fulfil the responsibilities expected of a teacher in accordance with the Teachers' Standards.*The Trust reserves the right to appoint or withdraw this advert before the deadline, if necessary.**The Richard Huish Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.**We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.*
Classroom Teacher MAT cover in Taunton employer: Huish
North Town Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. Located in the vibrant community of Taunton, Somerset, we offer a supportive work culture where you can make a meaningful impact on students' lives while enjoying a term-time only schedule that promotes work-life balance. With opportunities for personal development and a commitment to high standards in food service, joining our team as a Catering Manager means being part of a dedicated organisation that values quality and care.
