Ks2 Teacher - Winkleigh Primary School

Devon County Council; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodland Federation is inviting applications from enthusiastic teachers to join KS2 classes at Winkleigh and Kings Nympton Schools in Devon. Positions include full-time permanent and part-time fixed-term roles (to Aug 2027) with potential cross-school duties and a supportive professional development framework.

Ideal candidates are flexible, resilient, and dedicated to inclusion, safeguarding, and high standards of learning and wellbeing for all pupils in a positive, caring setting.

Qualifications

• ECT or experienced teacher.
• DBS check is required.
• Ability to work in an inclusive environment and build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Be a highly motivated and committed classroom practitioner.
• Be able to adapt learning to ensure all children are included.
• Build strong, positive and professional relationships with children, families and staff.
• Set high expectations for behaviour and learning, establishing clear routines.
• Be highly organised and able to meet deadlines.
• Work as part of a team and contribute to school improvement.

Job description

Required for January 2027 or as soon as possible

Full time, permanent and part time Fixed term (due to re-organisation) until 31st August 2027

We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic and inspirational teachers who are committed to empowering all children to thrive and achieve their full potential. The Woodland Federation (Winkleigh and Kings Nympton Schools) is a growing local authority federation, and we are exceptionally proud of our inclusive learning environments. Consistency runs through everything we do and we are constantly striving for the best.

These roles will be based in KS2 initially, however, there is the possibility of working across the school, depending on your skills. The full-time role is offered on a permanent basis, the part-time role is offered on a temporary basis (until August 2027) due to re-organisation, with the possibility of it becoming permanent.

This would suit an ECT or experienced teacher.

We are committed to the education of all pupils, holding high expectations for inclusion, achievement, behaviour and personal development.

We offer an exciting environment where children can grow not only academically but also thrive and develop a sense of belonging through our comprehensive enrichment programme. This includes termly trips for each class, visitors, and our carefully planned enrichment programme.

As well as offering residential trips in Key Stage 2, the school provides an extensive range of extra-curricular activities and sporting opportunities. These experiences allow pupils to develop independence, build friendships, and try new challenges beyond the classroom, while also promoting teamwork, confidence, and a healthy, active lifestyle.

We can offer you:-

• An extensive and bespoke ECT programme (if applicable).
• Ongoing tailored CPD.
• We promote staff well-being and encourage you maintain a healthy work life balance whilst upholding our high standards.
• A well-established approach to environments and curriculum design, including our 7 key concepts.
• A positive school culture rooted in our vision and values and underpinned by our Federation Fundamentals.
• A setting which values the vital role played by support staff in meeting the needs of our children.
• Recent Ofsted reports – Expected Standard in all areas with Strong Standard in all areas in our Under 2’s provision.
• A bespoke and consistent approach to Teaching & Learning through our newly developed Woodland Way.
• A strong and committed team.

You will:-

• Be a highly motivated and committed classroom practitioner.
• Be able to adapt learning to ensure all children are included.
• Build strong, positive and professional relationships with children, families and staff.
• Set high expectations for all children in behaviour and learning, establishing clear and effective routines.
• Be highly organised and able to meet deadlines.
• Be able to work as part of our team.
• Be a reflective teacher who embraces lifelong learning.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks. The governors of the Woodland Federation have not adopted pay portability within their pay policy.

We encourage visits to the school, please contact to arrange, or alternatively phone [phone] for more information.

KS2 Teacher - Winkleigh Primary School Devon, UK