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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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  • Extended Services Assistant

    Published 16/01/26

    We are looking for an outstanding practitioner to support the success of our revised Extended Services provision. The successful candidate will assist in creating high-quality and varied activities within a safe and caring environment. They will provide a high standard of care for children, including those with special educational needs. They will assist in the delivery of activities. They will need to be highly motivated, resilient and have a sense of fun. They will enjoy both supporting and celebrating the achievement of pupils.

    We are looking for candidates who:

    • Will bring energy and enthusiasm to the provision
    • Has a positive attitude which they bring to every aspect of their work
    • Someone with a ‘can do’ attitude, with high expectations for themselves and others
    • Someone who is resilient and looks for positive solutions
    • Is self-motivated
    • Has experience of working with children in the primary age range (4-11 years old) would be desirable
    • Has strong interpersonal skills and is able to work as part of a team
    • Is organised and reliable
    • Understands the principles of child protection and safeguarding

    We can offer:

    • A commitment to you and your professional development
    • Strong, supportive leadership and a caring and enthusiastic staff team
    • Keen and enthusiastic children, who want to learn
    • Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference

    Visits to our school are encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact the school office on 01460 72547 or email: office@merriottprimaryschool.co.uk

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  • After School Club Supervisor

    Published 16/01/26

    We are seeking an enthusiastic, conscientious individual to develop and grow our After School Provision

    We are looking for candidates who:

    • Will bring energy and enthusiasm to the club
    • Has a commitment to the social development of children
    • Has a positive attitude which they bring to every aspect of their work
    • Someone with a ‘can do’ attitude, with high expectations for themselves and others
    • Someone who is resilient and looks for positive solutions
    • Is self-motivated
    • Has experience of working with children in the primary age range (4-11years old) would be desirable
    • Has strong interpersonal skills and is able to work as part of a team
    • Is well organised and reliable
    • Is able to plan and lead exciting and engaging activities for children
    • Understands the principles of child protection and safeguarding
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  • Class Teacher - EYFS/Year 1 (Maternity cover)

    Published 12/01/26

    Are you a motivated, resilient and inspirational Primary Teacher with high aspirations and expectations of children who is enthusiastic about promoting a vibrant curriculum?

    • To start – 23rd February 2026
    • Maternity cover for 1 Year
    • 0.4FTE
    • Teachers Salary Scale - Main and Upper Pay Range

    Ashlands Primary School require an outstanding practitioner with high expectations of pupil attainment, progress and behaviour to join our dedicated team at our flourishing Crewkerne town school.

    You will be required to have strong knowledge of the EYFS/KS1 framework in particular and be confident in all forms of the relevant assessments.  You will be committed to developing the well-being and full potential of all children within a nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued, happy and excited to learn.

    Candidates will possess the ability to liaise effectively with staff, parents/carers and other professionals. and also support and ensure continuity of educational provision for pupils with SEND.

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  • Teacher of Maths

    Published 12/01/26

    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’s lives we would love to hear from you!

    • Teachers’ Pay Scale MPS/UPS
    • Full-time 1.0FTE, Permanent
    • Required from September 2026 or sooner
    • Applications welcome from ECTs as well as experienced colleagues
    • Required to teach KS3/4 - Ability to teach A-Level would be an advantage.

    We are seeking an innovative and inspirational Maths Teacher to join our dedicated team. The team is supportive and passionate about collaboration and sharing good practice. It is important that you have an unrelenting commitment to ensuring that all students reach their full potential and are inspired to learn independently. The successful candidate will be an outstanding teacher, have a passion for learning and a tireless commitment to challenging and inspiring students to maximise their achievement.

    We would welcome applications from exceptional newly qualified teachers looking to start their careers within a supportive community, and also from experienced colleagues.

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  • Cleaner

    Published 06/01/26

    An opportunity has arisen to appoint a reliable and conscientious Cleaner to join our friendly team at Haygrove School on a permanent basis to perform a variety of regular and ad hoc cleaning tasks and duties.

    Duties will include:

    • cleaning, dusting, polishing, mopping and vacuuming
    • Cleaning of toilets
    • Any additional duties as written in the cleaning specification.

    Previous cleaning experience desirable.

    Evidence of Right to Work and references will be required and checked

    An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken.

    Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches.

    If you would like to work in a busy and supportive environment set within a friendly and supportive team, then we look forward to hearing from you.

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  • Learning Support Assistant

    Published 17/10/25

    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’s lives we would love to hear from you!

    We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to strengthen our well established Learning Support Team and are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to contribute to building on our success as a department. You will be passionate about students’ learning and you will have the ability to assist the SENDCO and teachers in the development of a programme of work and in the provision of a stable, caring and supportive learning environment, which enables students to achieve their full potential and facilitate their social and moral development.

    Post holders will work with teaching staff in implementing and developing educational opportunities to maximise the learning potential of students with Additional Educational Needs and provide supervision, support and care to students with additional or special educational needs, disabilities and/or learning difficulties.

    This role may be ideal for a candidate who is looking to develop a career in education or experience the rewards of working with young people. If you think you possess the qualities and experience we are looking for, we would very much like to hear from you.

    • Fixed Term until 31 August 2026, subject to continued external funding
    • Required as soon as possible.
    • 32.5 hours per week and Term Time plus one week (36 working weeks per year)
    • Grade 14 Point 4-6 actual salary range £17,486-£18,044pa based on full-time equivalent £25,185- £25,989pa

    Closing date: Noon on Friday 16 January 2026

    Interview date: TBC

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  • Supply Teaching Vacancies

    Published 08/12/22

    The Quantock Education Trust are seeking Supply Teachers to join our dedicated bank to provide ad hoc cover on a casual basis to any of our Trust schools.

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  • Trustees

    Published 06/05/22

    We are seeking individuals to join our Board of Trustees

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