Job 1
West Pennard CE Primary School
EYFS Teacher, EYFS Lead and Phonics Lead
FT Permanent
Required from 20th April 2026 or sooner if can be released
ECT/MPS/UPS
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the teaching team of our popular, thriving village primary school. West Pennard CE Primary School was graded as ‘Outstanding’ in two areas, and ‘Good’ in all other areas (Ofsted February 2025).
Applicants should:
Professional Expertise
- Be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of early childhood development and how young children learn best.
- Be experienced in leading or coordinating phonics and early reading initiatives across EYFS and Key Stage 1 or keen to develop in the role to be able to.
- Be confident in delivering systematic synthetic phonics (SSP) programmes e.g. Bug Club Phonics.
- Be skilled at using assessment data to drive improvement and inform targeted interventions.
- Be able to model outstanding teaching practice and support colleagues through mentoring or coaching or keen to develop in the role to be able to.
- Be familiar with the latest educational research and government guidance relating to phonics, reading, and the EYFS Framework.
Leadership and Collaboration
- Be able to inspires and motivate others with a positive, can-do attitude.
- Be able to demonstrate initiative and creativity in improving curriculum delivery and pupil outcomes.
- Be able to work effectively as part of a team, building strong professional relationships across all phases.
- Be able to communicate clearly and confidently with staff, pupils, parents, and external agencies.
- Be a reflective practitioner who welcomes feedback and is committed to professional growth.
Personal Qualities
- Be warm, nurturing, and approachable — building excellent relationships with young children and their families.
- Be passionate about early learning and developing confident, enthusiastic readers.
- Be highly organised, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Be open-minded, flexible, and solution-focused when faced with challenges.
- Display high levels of energy, enthusiasm, and creativity in teaching practice.
- Uphold the school’s values and sets an exemplary standard of professionalism.
Commitment
- Be dedicated to ensure that every child achieves their full potential.
- Be committed to inclusion, equity, and the wellbeing of all learners.
- Be keen to contribute to the wider life of the school and its continuous improvement.
- Be enthusiastic about engaging parents and carers as active partners in children’s learning.
We can offer you:
· Polite, kind children who are excited about their learning
· A friendly and supportive leadership team who are committed to professional development and staff well-being
· A school set in beautiful grounds
· An opportunity to be part of a hard-working, committed team who value working together to provide the best possible education for our pupils
· The opportunity to develop skills and to progress.
· The opportunity to be part of the Senior Leadership Team (depending on skills and experience)
West Pennard School West Pennard School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and has a culture of vigilance to support this. Any offer of employment will be subject to a disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and all relevant pre-employment checks.
Please visit our website at www.westpennardschool.co.uk Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please ring 01458 832866 to arrange a suitable time.
Deadline for applications: Friday 12th December 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 17th December 2025
Application Form - click here
Application forms should be sent to the school office by post or email the School Administration Officer
Job 2
Teaching Assistant (One-to-One)
West Pennard CE Primary School
31.25 hrs per week (1:1 role)
1:1 Grade 15 point 3-4
Required from 5th January 2026 or sooner if available.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and friendly one to one Teaching Assistant to support a child with specific learning needs on a one-to-one and small group basis.
We are looking for someone who:
· Has experience or an interest in working with children with complex needs.
· Can develop confidence and self-esteem but also establish clear boundaries
· Is experienced in working with children who have special educational needs, has a flexible and adaptable approach to meeting children’s needs, with a resilient mind-set.
· Can demonstrate good communication, listening, and questioning skills
· Is committed to inclusion
· Is able to promote high standards of behaviour through positive language and attitudes
· Is aware of dysregulation strategies, support for speech and language challenges and able to use play-based approaches
· Has the ability to remain calm under all circumstances
· Is willing and able to work collaboratively and flexibly with staff, parents/carers and other agencies as required.
The role will involve supporting a child who has specific needs.
We can offer you:
· A dedicated and supportive working environment.
· Excellent professional development opportunities.
This is a term time post of 31.25 hours per week. Term time only. Monday to Friday 8:30 to 3:15 with 30 minutes for lunch.
West Pennard School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and has a culture of vigilance to support this. Any offer of employment will be subject to a disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and all relevant pre-employment checks.
Please visit our website at www.westpennardschool.co.uk Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please ring 01458 832866 to arrange a suitable time.
Deadline for applications: Friday 28th November 2025
Interview date: Thursday 4th December 2025
Application Form - click here
Application forms should be sent to the school office by post or email the School Administration Officer
