Primary Teacher Upper Key Stage 2

Teaching Vacancies; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension Scheme

On-site gym

Free parking

Retail discounts platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working options

Job summary

Bridgwater College Academy in Bridgwater, England, is seeking a dedicated Primary Teacher to join our Upper Key Stage 2 team. You will deliver high-quality teaching across the curriculum and support pupils to make strong progress.

The successful candidate will have QTS, a strong track record in primary practice, and be committed to safeguarding, inclusion and the Every Child Achieves vision. This role offers colleagues the chance to contribute to school life and to work collaboratively with

Qualifications

• QTS and a strong track record of effective classroom practice in primary education.
• Experience teaching Upper Key Stage 2 or Key Stage 2 with understanding of progression.
• Adaptive teaching and inclusive practices, including SEND support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across the primary curriculum.
• Use assessment to inform planning and identify next steps for pupil progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues, teaching assistants and families to support pupil wellbeing.

Skills

QTS

Upper KS2/KS2

Assessment for planning

SEND inclusive practice

Communication skills

Collaborative with TAs

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for Who We’re Looking For We welcome applications from qualified teachers who have successfully completed their statutory induction period.

Unfortunately, we are not currently able to support ECT induction for this post.

We are seeking an individual who can demonstrate:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong track record of effective classroom practice within the primary phase.

Experience of teaching within Upper Key Stage 2 or Key Stage 2, with a secure understanding of age-related expectations and progression.

High expectations for all pupils, both academically and behaviourally.

A strong understanding of adaptive teaching strategies and inclusive practice, including supporting pupils with SEND to access a broad and ambitious curriculum.

The ability to use assessment effectively to inform planning, identify next steps and secure strong pupil outcomes.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

The ability to work collaboratively with teaching assistants and other professionals to support pupil progress and wellbeing.

A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and ensuring every child feels valued, supported and successful.

Enthusiasm for contributing to the wider life of the school and supporting the academy's vision that Every Child Achieves.

An understanding of the importance of supporting pupils through the transition from Key Stage 2 into secondary.

What the school offers its staff At Bridgwater College Academy, you will become part of a committed, supportive, and ambitious leadership team within a values driven Trust that puts pupils first.

We are collaborative and inclusive, with a strong sense of purpose and a shared determination to raise aspirations for all.

You will be joining at an exciting stage in our journey, as we continue to build on our strong foundations and look ahead to the future with confidence and ambition.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, Teachers Pension Scheme, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme.

Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us.

Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

Further details about the role We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Teacher to join our Upper Key Stage 2 team.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on pupils at a crucial stage of their educational journey, preparing them for a successful transition to secondary education and helping them develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for future success.

The successful candidate will be committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning across the curriculum, creating a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment where all pupils can thrive.

You will have high expectations for every child and be passionate about ensuring that all pupils, regardless of starting point, make strong progress academically, socially and emotionally.

You will use assessment effectively to identify strengths, address misconceptions and adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including pupils with SEND, EAL and other additional needs.

Working closely with colleagues, teaching assistants and families, you will contribute to a collaborative culture focused on securing the very best outcomes for pupils.

As a member of the Primary Phase team, you will play a full role in the life of the school, contributing to its continued improvement and helping to ensure that our vision, "Every Child Achieves," is realised in practice.

You will embrace our commitment to high expectations, positive relationships and inclusive education, while modelling the values and behaviours that support a thriving learning community.

Commitment to safeguarding Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment.

Our mission is that all children achieve.

This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

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