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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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  • Chaplaincy Placement Student (Undergraduate Placement)

    Published 04/03/26

    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!

    We are seeking a Chaplain placement student to work within our thriving school community, as part of a formation programme supported by the Diocese of Bath & Wells. This placement provides the opportunity to be embedded in the pastoral and spiritual life of a school, while undertaking structured theological reflection and vocational development.

    As a Chaplaincy Placement Student, you will:

    • Be a visible pastoral presence within the school community
    • Support acts of worship and spiritual life
    • Engage with pupils of all faiths and none
    • Assist in chaplaincy initiatives (which may include sport, arts, music, boarding life, or outreach)
    • Participate in reflective supervision and a training programme alongside other placement students to support you in your formation.

    You will remain registered as a full-time student with your university for the duration of the placement year (the Student Loans Company have confirmed that, as these are placements in a care setting, students will be able to apply for full maintenance support for the duration of the year).

    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

    • Full accommodation and board (meals provided during term time)
    • Fixed term placement from Sept 2026 - July 2027, 33 hours per week.
    • Required from September 2026
    • This is a voluntary, unpaid placement opportunity
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  • Teaching Assistant (TA) (Maternity Cover)

    Published 12/02/26

    Spaxton Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant as Maternity Cover 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.

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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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  • 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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  • 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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