Primary Teacher - Bath

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Elementa Support Services is recruiting a Primary Teacher for a full-time, ongoing contract in the Taunton area, starting October 2026. The role offers a daily rate of £168.80 - £261.78 (MPS + UPS) and requires QTS or QTLS with primary teaching experience.

You will deliver high-quality teaching, differentiate lessons, assess pupil progress and contribute to school initiatives within a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS.
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of the National Curriculum and assessment practices.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons.
• High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour.
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Passion for helping children thrive academically and personally.
• Strong communication and collaboration with colleagues, parents and external professionals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the primary phase.
• Create a positive and stimulating classroom environment.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress effectively.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and support school initiatives.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

Skills

QTS or QTLS

Primary school experience

Curriculum & assessment

Lesson planning & delivery

Behaviour expectations

Classroom management

Child development passion

Communication & collaboration

Job description

Primary Teacher

Location: Taunton

Pay: £168.80 - £261.78 per day (MPS + UPS)

Type: Ongoing Contract

Hours: Full-time

Start date: October 2026

Elementa Support Services is proud to partner with a welcoming and well-regarded primary school in the Taunton area, supporting them in appointing a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Teacher on a full-time basis.

The school is committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. With a supportive leadership team and positive school culture, this is an excellent opportunity for a teacher looking to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)
• Experience teaching within a primary school setting
• A strong understanding of the National Curriculum and effective assessment practices
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, creative and inclusive lessons
• High expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills
• A passion for supporting children to thrive both academically and personally
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and external professionals

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the primary phase
• Create a positive and stimulating classroom environment
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all pupils
• Assess, monitor and record pupil progress effectively
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and support school initiatives
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for pupils

About the School

This friendly and inclusive primary school prides itself on fostering a supportive atmosphere where children feel safe, valued and motivated to learn. Staff benefit from strong leadership, collaborative working practices and a shared commitment to providing the highest standards of education.

Contract & recruitment information

Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£64.20)unless you have a current EnhancedDBS subscribed to theupdate service.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
• Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
• Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
• Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.