Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Closing in 7 days (15 May 2026 11:59 pm)

Job details

• Salary:
• Employer: Elmhurst Junior School
• Location: Street, Somerset, BA16 0HH
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Working pattern: Full time
• Closing date: 15 May 2026 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented practitioner to join our experienced staff team. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join our school!

1 September 2026
Fixed Term Contract until 31 August 2027
Suitable for an experienced teacher/ECT

We want to hear from you if you are an inspirational teacher who has a passion for seeing young people succeed.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Ability to be an outstanding teacher (or an ECT aspiring to be outstanding).
• Able to consistently teach inspirational lessons and have good subject knowledge.
• Organised and have excellent communication skills.
• Innovative, creative and enthusiastic - able to deliver results.

What is in it for me?

We can offer you:

• The full support of a dedicated committed team of staff.
• The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Trust.
• The opportunity to work with our wonderful young learners and supportive parents.
• A commitment to offering excellent CPD opportunities.
• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and a cycle to work scheme.
• Teacher Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.

At the Wessex Learning Trust collaboration is key, we work together to share knowledge, grow and develop through professional learning communities.

DBS check

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Supporting documents and information

To apply for this position, please complete a teacher application form, (available on The Wessex Learning Trust website), together with a letter of application for the attention of the Headteacher, Ms Fiona Airey. Your letter should be no more than two pages, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by email to office@ejsc.co.uk

Closing Date: Friday 15 May 2026 at 12pm

Interview Date: Wednesday 20 May 2026

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.

Job Description

• Ability to be an outstanding teacher (or an ECT aspiring to be outstanding).
• Able to consistently teach inspirational lessons and have good subject knowledge.
• Organised and have excellent communication skills.
• Innovative, creative and enthusiastic - able to deliver results.
  
  The full support of a dedicated committed team of staff.
• The benefit of working in an innovative and forward-thinking Trust.
• The opportunity to work with our wonderful young learners and supportive parents.
• A commitment to offering excellent CPD opportunities.
• Staff benefits, including discounted gym membership and a cycle to work scheme.
• Teacher Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution in excess of 20%, subject to pension eligibility criteria.
• A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.
At the Wessex Learning Trust collaboration is key, we work together to share knowledge, grow and develop through professional learning communities.