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		<title><![CDATA[Quantock Education Trust News Feed - Current Vacancies]]></title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Quantock Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all our staff to share this commitment.

Posts will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and other pre-employment checks.

We reserve the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.

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		<pubDate>Thu, 2 Apr 2026 13:54:57 GMT</pubDate>
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		<item>	<title><![CDATA[ Primary Class Teacher (0.7FTE) ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies/primary-class-teacher-07fte</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>St Bartholomew&rsquo;s Primary School requires an outstanding Teacher with high expectations of pupil attainment, progress and behaviour to join our dedicated team set in our flourishing Crewkerne town school. You will have teaching experience in KS1 and KS2 and have good knowledge of the KS1 and KS2 curriculum and be confident in the relevant assessments.</p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 2 Apr 2026 13:16:08 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Teaching Assistant ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies/teaching-assistant-1</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Spaxton Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work alongside our dedicated class teacher to provide a stable, caring, stimulating and supportive learning environment, which enables pupils to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally.</p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 2 Apr 2026 11:30:24 GMT</pubDate>
	<guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies/teaching-assistant-1</guid>
</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Teaching Assistant (to support EYFS) ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies/teaching-assistant-to-support-eyfs</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>We are seeking an enthusiastic TA who has experience of working with children with additional needs.&nbsp; The role is within our Key Stage 1 and Reception class.&nbsp; The postholder will assist the class teacher and SENCO to deliver learning programmes to groups of children but mainly, they will work with a child with a high level of special educational needs with the EFYS curriculum.</p>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 2 Apr 2026 13:54:57 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Teacher of Science ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies/teacher-of-science-1</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">If you have a determination to be exceptional in all that you do and have an unrelenting commitment to making a difference to young people&rsquo;s lives we would love to hear from you!</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">We are thrilled to announce that, as our school continues to grow, expand its vision, and enrich its curriculum offer, we are introducing an additional Teacher of Science role to further enhance and build on the success of our Science department. We are inviting an exceptional educator to join our thriving, high-performing, and oversubscribed secondary school.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">You will join a supportive team with collaborative, respectful colleagues, both within the English department and the wider school and Trust community, who all aspire to delivering outstanding teaching and sharing best practice. We are looking for a passionate and driven teacher who is dedicated to ensuring every student achieves their full potential and develops a love of learning.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced colleagues. The ability to teach an additional subject(s) would be an advantage</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">Our students are a pleasure to teach, they are motivated, articulate and respectful and we pride ourselves on our strong staff&ndash;student relationships. We are a caring community and were proud to be recognised by Ofsted as the &lsquo;happiest school in Somerset in 2025&rsquo;.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">Join us at Sexey&rsquo;s School and be part of a team committed to being exceptional in all that we do.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">We can offer you membership of a highly inclusive learning community which promotes collaboration and a sense of pride and identity, as well as professional development through bespoke career planning.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm"><em>Visits to the school and Trust are welcomed and encouraged. </em></p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm"><em>Please contact qetrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk for an appointment</em></p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 1 Apr 2026 14:12:42 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Teacher of English ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies/teacher-of-english</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">If you have a determination to be exceptional in all that you do and have an unrelenting commitment to making a difference to young people&rsquo;s lives we would love to hear from you!</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">We are thrilled to announce that, as our school continues to grow, expand its vision, and enrich its curriculum offer, we are introducing an additional Teacher of English role to further enhance and build on the success of our English department. We are inviting an exceptional educator to join our thriving, high-performing, and oversubscribed secondary school.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">You will join a supportive team with collaborative, respectful colleagues, both within the English department and the wider school and Trust community, who all aspire to delivering outstanding teaching and sharing best practice. We are looking for a passionate and driven teacher who is dedicated to ensuring every student achieves their full potential and develops a love of learning.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced colleagues. The ability to teach an additional subject(s) would be an advantage</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">Our students are a pleasure to teach, they are motivated, articulate and respectful and we pride ourselves on our strong staff&ndash;student relationships. We are a caring community and were proud to be recognised by Ofsted as the &lsquo;happiest school in Somerset in 2025&rsquo;.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">Join us at Sexey&rsquo;s School and be part of a team committed to being exceptional in all that we do.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">We can offer you membership of a highly inclusive learning community which promotes collaboration and a sense of pride and identity, as well as professional development through bespoke career planning.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm"><em>Visits to the school and Trust are welcomed and encouraged. </em></p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm"><em>Please contact qetrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk for an appointment</em></p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 1 Apr 2026 14:13:21 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Teacher of Geography ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies/teacher-of-geography</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">If you have a determination to be exceptional in all that you do and have an unrelenting commitment to making a difference to young people&rsquo;s lives we would love to hear from you!</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">We are thrilled to announce that, as our school continues to grow, expand its vision, and enrich its curriculum offer, we are introducing an additional Teacher of Geography role to further enhance and build on the success of our Humanities department. We are inviting an exceptional educator to join our thriving, high-performing, and oversubscribed secondary school.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">You will join a supportive team with collaborative, respectful colleagues, both within the English department and the wider school and Trust community, who all aspire to delivering outstanding teaching and sharing best practice. We are looking for a passionate and driven teacher who is dedicated to ensuring every student achieves their full potential and develops a love of learning.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">We welcome applications from both Early Career Teachers and experienced colleagues.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">Our students are a pleasure to teach, they are motivated, articulate and respectful and we pride ourselves on our strong staff&ndash;student relationships. We are a caring community and were proud to be recognised by Ofsted as the &lsquo;happiest school in Somerset in 2025&rsquo;.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">Join us at Sexey&rsquo;s School and be part of a team committed to being exceptional in all that we do.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm">We can offer you membership of a highly inclusive learning community which promotes collaboration and a sense of pride and identity, as well as professional development through bespoke career planning.</p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm"><em>Visits to the school and Trust are welcomed and encouraged. </em></p>

<p class="cvgsua" style="margin-left:18.0pt; margin-right:0cm"><em>Please contact qetrecruitment@quantockedtrust.co.uk for an appointment</em></p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 1 Apr 2026 14:01:38 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ SEND Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover) ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies/send-teaching-assistant-maternity-cover</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Are you a compassionate and proactive individual with a passion for helping children thrive and raise their aspirations?</p>

<p>Would you like to join a welcoming and supportive team where your contribution truly makes a difference?</p>

<p>Ashlands CofE Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to work alongside our class teachers to provide a stable, caring, stimulating and supportive learning environment, which enables pupils to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally.</p>

<p>The core purpose of the role is to work with the class teachers to ensure all pupils are engaged in their learning and are making sustained progress, as well as promoting pupils&rsquo; independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. This will be through 1:1 and small group sessions.</p>

<p>The ideal candidates will:</p>

<ul>
	<li>Have previous TA experience and a good standard of literacy and numeracy</li>
	<li>Have a commitment to supporting and understanding pupil needs</li>
	<li>Possess a positive, &#39;can do&#39; and flexible attitude and be able to work collaboratively as part of a team; and</li>
	<li>Have Relevant TA qualification or be prepared to work towards gaining Level 2 of the National Qualifications framework.</li>
</ul>

<p>Our children are kind, curious, and eager to learn. We have a welcoming, family atmosphere and a caring ethos rooted in our Church School Vision and Values: &ldquo;Love of Learning, Love of Life, Love of One Another.&rdquo;</p>

<p>We offer a nurturing and inclusive environment for children and staff to flourish with a supportive community of staff, governors, parents and volunteers.</p>

<p>This is an exciting opportunity to support young people, and to work with a supportive team in a caring, aspirational and inclusive school. If you think you possess the qualities and experience we are looking for, we would very much like to hear from you.</p>
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	<pubDate>Wed, 1 Apr 2026 12:11:43 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Primary Class Teacher 0.4FTE ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.quantockedtrust.co.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies/primary-class-teacher-04fte</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>The Merriott &amp; Haselbury Plucknett Schools Federation are seeking to appoint a talented and dynamic teacher who will make a valuable contribution to our staff team at Merriott School and our Federation as a whole. We are looking for an inspiring teacher to lead classroom learning and instil a love of learning in our young pupils.</p>

<p>The position is suitable for an ECT or someone who is in their initial years of teaching. This post will be based in Key Stage 2.</p>

<p>We would love you to join us if you can demonstrate that you are:</p>

<ul>
	<li>An excellent, enthusiastic and committed practitioner who believes in the value of continuing CPD</li>
	<li>Someone who has high expectations of themselves and all pupils.</li>
	<li>Creative and able to make a difference.</li>
	<li>Adaptable and aspirational.</li>
	<li>Committed to securing good outcomes for all pupils and have a belief that all can achieve well, instilling a love of learning.</li>
	<li>Able to work in partnership with parents and other members of staff with strong team-working skills.</li>
	<li>Proactive in meeting and exceeding all teaching s