Job description
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from qualified teachers who have successfully completed their statutory induction period. Unfortunately, we are not currently able to support ECT induction for this post.
We are seeking an individual who can demonstrate:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong track record of effective classroom practice within the primary phase.
- Experience of teaching within Upper Key Stage 2 or Key Stage 2, with a secure understanding of age-related expectations and progression.
- High expectations for all pupils, both academically and behaviourally.
- A strong understanding of adaptive teaching strategies and inclusive practice, including supporting pupils with SEND to access a broad and ambitious curriculum.
- The ability to use assessment effectively to inform planning, identify next steps and secure strong pupil outcomes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
- The ability to work collaboratively with teaching assistants and other professionals to support pupil progress and wellbeing.
- A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and ensuring every child feels valued, supported and successful.
- Enthusiasm for contributing to the wider life of the school and supporting the academy's vision that Every Child Achieves.
- An understanding of the importance of supporting pupils through the transition from Key Stage 2 into secondary.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Bridgwater College Academy
Academy sponsor led · All-through · Ages 3–16
- Pupils
- 1,576
- Avg teacher salary
- £46,737
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.5:1
- Academy trust
- BRIDGWATER & TAUNTON COLLEGE TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
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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Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4QY
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- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 9 October 2026
- Closing date
- 5 November 2026
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