Teacher

Begbrook Primary Academy; West of England; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Induction & PD

Collaboration network

Curriculum support

Career progression

Wellbeing programme

Health benefits

Family leave

Cycle to work

On-site parking

Job summary

Begbrook Primary Academy is seeking a passionate Preschool Teacher to join the Early Years team. You will deliver high-quality EYFS teaching, create engaging play-based learning, and support pupil progress in a diverse setting.

The role is fixed term until August 2027 with a 32.5 hour week and a November 2, 2026 start, offering a supportive environment within the Cabot Learning Federation.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering the EYFS curriculum with play-based learning.
• Ability to meet needs of diverse learners including EAL, SEND and PP pupils.
• Reflective practitioner with secure curriculum knowledge and professional development.
• Strong communicator who builds positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across the preschool/early years and primary contexts.
• Create engaging, play-based learning opportunities to support development.
• Ensure progress across all areas of learning and maintain high expectations for behaviour.
• Collaborate with the Early Years team and wider school community to raise outcomes.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

EYFS knowledge

Strong communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Job Title:Teacher

Full Time Equivalent Salary:£37,101 - £39,556 (M3 to M4)

Contract Type:Fixed Term Contract until 31 August 2027 (due to temporary rise in workload)

Hours:Full-Time, 32.5 hours per week

Provisional Start Date:2 November 2026 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)

Your opportunity to make a lasting difference as a Teacher at Begbrook Primary Academy

We are seeking a passionate and committed Teacher to join Begbrook Primary Academy, where you will deliver high-quality teaching across the primary curriculum and help every child develop the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to succeed. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to shape learning, nurture curiosity and support pupils’ progress at every stage of their primary education.

This role is specifically for a Teacher to teach in our Preschool. Therefore, experience of teaching in the Early Years Foundation Stage is essential.

We are looking for a passionate and nurturing Preschool Teacher to join our dedicated Early Years team. This is a wonderful opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who believes in the power of play, the importance of communication and language development, and the value of building meaningful relationships to inspire a lifelong love of learning. You will have the opportunity to use your talents and expertise to play a key role in championing the success and life chances of every child across Cabot Learning Federation.

Our commitment to high expectations, a joy-filled contemporary curriculum and excellent teaching enable us to create meaningful opportunities for lifelong success as our pupils grow and flourish.

This is a fixed term contract offered to an individual who has some teaching experience. On this occasion, we are unable to offer this role to an ECT, as we cannot guarantee our usual high levels of support with release time and mentoring.

About you:

• a qualified teacher or hold an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Able to deliver the EYFS curriculum effectively, creating engaging, play-based learning opportunities that support children’s development and ensure strong progress across all areas of learning.
• confident in meeting the needs of diverse learners, including pupils eligible for pupil premium, looked after children, those with SEND, EAL pupils and high-attaining learners.
• a reflective and adaptable practitioner, with secure subject and curriculum knowledge and a commitment to continuous professional development.
• a strong communicator, able to build positive, professional relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents, and contribute positively to the wider life and ethos of the school.
• committed to creating a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment, underpinned by high expectations for behaviour, learning and personal development.
• able to recognise, value and support opportunities that extend beyond the classroom, enriching pupils’ experiences and fostering a love of learning.
• empowered to develop your own expert practice and, where appropriate, support and influence the practice of others.
• highly competent in all elements of the Teachers’ Standards, with sustained impact on pupil outcomes and wider school improvement (for Upper Pay Scale applicants).

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Begbrook Primary Academy:

Begbrook Academy is a three-form entry primary school with a pre-school, situated in Stapleton, on the outskirts of Bristol. Our school population is culturally, socially and economically diverse. We are an inclusive school, and we recognise the many different barriers to learning that can exist. We pride ourselves on our school values of being kind, safe, respectful and ambitious.

We are situated on the edge of Snuff Mills, a beautiful and historic section of the Frome Valley walkway that is rich in nature. Our school is set within extensive grounds, comprising of a large school field, conservation area, meadow, orchard, four playground spaces including trim trails and a multi-use games area.

Why CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What we can offer you:

• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing support for career development and wellbeing.
• Sector-leading professional development entitlement and opportunities.
• Collaboration with colleagues across the trust through subject communities and specialist networks.
• Shared CLF curriculum, written and curated by trust experts, reducing individual teacher workload.
• Career enhancing and progression opportunities within the trust and through the CLF Institute.
• A collaborative culture which supports workload.
• Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking and many more!

Recruitment timeline:

Closing Date: 24 September 2026 @11.59pm

Interviews: 2 October 2026

We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs - a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored through this role, where it meets the minimum salary threshold set out by government, based on the hours required. Candidates are advised to check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.