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Primary Class Teacher 0.4FTE

The Merriott & 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.

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.

We would love you to join us if you can demonstrate that you are:

  • An excellent, enthusiastic and committed practitioner who believes in the value of continuing CPD
  • Someone who has high expectations of themselves and all pupils.
  • Creative and able to make a difference.
  • Adaptable and aspirational.
  • Committed to securing good outcomes for all pupils and have a belief that all can achieve well, instilling a love of learning.
  • Able to work in partnership with parents and other members of staff with strong team-working skills.
  • Proactive in meeting and exceeding all teaching standards.
  • Forward thinking and passionate about education.

In return, we can offer you:

  • A strong commitment to your professional development, helping you to achieve your best in a supportive environment.
  • A dynamic and forward-looking staff who enjoy working together
  • Children who are excited by school and love to learn.
  • A supportive community who keep the school at its heart.
  • A comprehensive ECT support package where applicable.
  • Our Trust 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.

Please ensure your supporting statement clearly demonstrates how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined in the Job Description and Person Specification.

  • Part time 0.4FTE
  • Fixed Term from September 2026 - 31 August 2027, in the first instance
  • Teachers Pay Scale - Main Pay Points 1 - 6
  • Applications welcome from ECTs

Visits to the school are warmly invited and encouraged. Please contact the school via office@merriottprimaryschool.co.uk or 01460 72547 for an appointment

Closing date for Applications: Noon on Friday 1 May 2026

Interview date: TBC

The Quantock Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

The advertised post is subject to a teaching and learning interview, an enhanced DBS check References, Right to Work in the UK, online searches and other pre-employment checks.