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West Monkton Church of England School · Taunton · Somerset

Job description

Teacher

West Monkton C of E Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership, seeks to appoint a teacher on a Maternity Cover basis to start during the Autumn Term of 2026.

Overview of the role

We are seeking an excellent, enthusiastic teacher to join our teaching staff for a Maternity cover placement. You’ll be an experienced Primary teacher delivering the foundation phase curriculum whilst planning, preparing and teaching lessons; an understanding of classroom management, curriculum knowledge and delivery of feedback is key.

Key requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status
  • Passion and commitment for inspiring through teaching and learning
  • Solid knowledge of the foundation phase in line with the relevant curriculum
  • The ability to build on and develop existing best practice knowledge
  • Excellent communication and classroom management skills

While this role is primarily a classroom teacher position, we are always committed to supporting career progression. There may be opportunities for involvement in leadership development activities during the contract period, subject to the schools needs and candidate interest.

Temporary position, FTE 1.0 Maternity Cover Contract for upto 1 year

Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale - dependent on experience

Application details below

Applications close: 3rd July 2026 

Interviews: W/C 6th July 2026

Please note: All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance due to direct access to children.

Note to all applicants - The Oak Partnership Trust reserve the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting and interviews may take place prior to the closing date on some occasions. With this in mind, please do not hesitate to apply early.

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Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

About this school

West Monkton Church of England School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 2–11

Not rated
Pupils
413
Avg teacher salary
£41,859
Pupil:teacher ratio
21.8:1
Academy trust
THE OAK PARTNERSHIP TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8FT

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Salary
Main/Upper pay Scale - Dependent on Experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
4 June 2026
Closing date
3 July 2026

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