Class Teacher - Southmead Primary School
- North Devon, Devon
- Full Time
- MPS

To start September 2026
Fixed Term until August 2027 known fall in roll
The Headteacher and Governors of Southmead Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, experienced, compassionate and dedicated Teacher to join our school family.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a passion for teaching and helping children to develop a love of learning so that they achieve their best outcomes.
- Is a good or outstanding teacher with excellent subject knowledge.
- Is a reflective practitioner, with energy and a sense of fun.
- Has knowledge and understanding of OAIP.
We are a friendly, caring school with our pupils at the centre of everything we do. Situated in North Devon, we take pride in the beautiful area we live in and make the most of our local environment. With an ‘all in it together attitude’, we pride ourselves on working closely with parents, carers, pupils and of course, the local community.
We are proud to have a dynamic, friendly, ambitious team with a "can do" attitude. We work hard, challenge and support one-another and take responsibility for the standards our children achieve whilst in our classes. We aim to treat our pupils with the same care and attention as we would our own children. Encouraging them to be confident and able to make positive relationships and contributions to their community at every stage of life.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Online searches may be done as part of pre-recruitment checks.
Application forms can be downloaded from the school website https://www.southmead.devon.sch.uk/Vacancies/
To apply for this post please send a completed application form and a letter of interest to adrescher@southmead.devon.sch.uk
Closing Date: Noon on 19th May 2026.
Interview Date: 22 May 2026.
