Class Teacher (Main Pay Spine)
Fixed-Term - Covering maternity leave from 1st January 2026
Part-time – 3 days Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Required from 1st January 2026, a Primary School class teacher to cover maternity leave in a Year 2 class; Early Career Teachers will be considered.
Please set out your relevant experience in your cover letter.
We are looking for someone who:-
* Is an enthusiastic, creative and reflective teacher with high expectations of their pupils and themselves.
* Has the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the school team.
* Has a good understanding of how to identify and meet individual learning needs within the classroom.
* Will nurture the whole child and support their emotional wellbeing.
* Aspires to motivate and delight children in their learning.
* Has a commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of our children.
The school offers:-
* The opportunity to work with a friendly, supportive, experienced and enthusiastic whole school team.
* Commitment to professional development and the potential for leadership responsibility.
* A positive, caring environment.
* A modern building and large grounds.
Our school received an OFSTED inspection in March 2024, with outstanding judgements, the Report can be found on our website. Full details about the school and post, together with the relevant application forms, can be found under 'Staff Vacancies' at
Application forms should be accompanied by a full letter of application and sent to the School office by post or email. Please state your curriculum strengths in your letter.
Somerset Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All candidates will need to satisfy the requirements of an enhanced DBS check.
Candidates are invited to contact the school to discuss this opportunity with the Headteacher and to arrange a visit to the School. To book an appointment phone or email the school office at
Closing Date: Noon Friday 17th October 2025
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £32,916.00-£45,352.00 per year
Expected hours: 19.5 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person