From September 2026, Tatworth Primary School are looking to appoint a full time, dynamic and enthusiastic teacher to teach within Key Stage 1 or Key stage 2 depending on experience or strengths.
Tatworth is a village school is within a rural community, on the outskirts of Chard, surrounded by beautiful countryside.
In addition to carrying out the professional duties laid down in the school Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Document, the successful applicant will be an enthusiastic, self-motivated, outstanding teacher, and have the ability to teach subjects across the primary curriculum.
About You
· Be a caring and inclusive teacher with high expectations for all pupils
· Be committed to promoting children’s social, emotional and academic development
· Create a stimulating and engaging learning environment
· Be a reflective practitioner who is keen to develop professionally as well as a strong team player
We Offer
- A supportive, experienced and committed leadership team
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- A friendly, supportive community
- Enthusiastic learners
- A creative and innovative curriculum
Main Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
- To teach a class of children, following our new ambitious curriculum
- To promote inclusion through the development of social skills, language and emotional well-being
- Setting appropriate and demanding expectations by building on prior attainment, knowledge and skills
- Assess and keep records of progress to inform planning and recognise the level at which pupils are achieving and adapt teaching accordingly
- Provide a stimulating classroom environment, which follows the teaching ethos of the school
- Report to parents on the development, progress and attainment of pupils
- Promote the school’s focus on behaviours for learning amongst the pupils and in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy
- Communicate and co-operate with specialists from outside agencies as required
Generic Responsibilities
· To be part of a team to plan, prepare and evaluate aspects of the specific subject or year group
· Providing pastoral care and support to children and providing them with a secure environment in which to learn
- Observing, assessing and recording each child's progress and preparing reports for external agencies
- Attending in-service training
· To play a full part in the life of the school community, and support its distinct ethos
· To follow and actively promote the school’s policies and procedures
· To comply with health and safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate
Notes
ECTs are welcome to apply. Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the work to be undertaken, commensurate with the grade. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the postholder will carry out.
This job description may be amended at any time in consultation with the post holder.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £32,916.00-£45,352.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 06/07/2026
