Class Teacher (MAT Cover)

Ruishton Church of England Primary School; Taunton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary education institution in Taunton is looking for a qualified teacher for a maternity cover position. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and solid knowledge of the foundation phase curriculum. Responsibilities include delivering lessons, managing the classroom effectively, and ensuring a supportive learning environment. This role offers a chance to be part of career progression initiatives within the school. The position is temporary and full-time, with a pay scale dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering the foundation phase curriculum.
• Solid knowledge of the foundation phase in line with the relevant curriculum.
• Ability to develop existing best practice knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach lessons to primary students.
• Manage classroom effectively and provide feedback.
• Support leadership development activities if interested.

Skills

Excellent communication

Classroom management

Passion for teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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Teacher

Ruishton Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership, seeks to appoint a teacher on a Maternity Cover basis.

Overview of the role

We are seeking an excellent, enthusiastic teacher to join our teaching staff for a Maternity cover placement. You’ll be an experienced Primary teacher delivering the foundation phase curriculum whilst planning, preparing and teaching lessons; an understanding of classroom management, curriculum knowledge and delivery of feedback is key.

Key requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Passion and commitment for inspiring through teaching and learning
• Solid knowledge of the foundation phase in line with the relevant curriculum
• The ability to build on and develop existing best practice knowledge
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills

While this role is primarily a classroom teacher position, we are always committed to supporting career progression. There may be opportunities for involvement in leadership development activities during the contract period, subject to the schools needs and candidate interest.

Temporary position, FTE 1.0.

Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale - dependent on experience

Application details below

Applications close : 1st February 2026

Shortlisting : W / C 2nd February 2026

Interviews : W / C 9th February 2026

Please note: All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children.

Note to all applicants - The Oak Partnership Trust reserve the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may take place prior to the closing date on some occasions. With this in mind, please do not hesitate to apply early.

Safeguarding Statement

Ruishton Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.