Nova Primary School · Bristol, South West
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the learning and experiences of our children, helping them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally during this important stage of their education. You will work within a vibrant and diverse school community where compassion, empathy and a strong sense of belonging are central to everything we do. You will deliver consistently high-quality teaching, maintain high expectations for all pupils and adapt your practice to meet the individual needs of every child, including those with special educational needs. Working closely with supportive colleagues, parents and the wider community, you will help our children develop a lifelong love of learning and the confidence to take responsibility for their own growth. This is a rewarding opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about making a difference and keen to grow their expertise within a forward-thinking school that values professional development and a rights-respecting ethos. Salary: M1 - M6, £32,916 - £45,351 Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027 Closing date: Monday 18 May 2026 Interview date: Thursday 21 May 2026 at 9am Responsibilities: To the children for who you are responsible at any one time, for their effective learning safety and good behaviour To pupils and colleagues for your own professional development To colleagues for their support and professional development To parents and pupils, to ensure effective and constructive home/school liaison To the Senior Leadership and Governors of the school Duties (further details in the attached application pack): Meet the expected standard of a qualified teacher as outlined in the September 2012 Teaching Standards and to meet the standards of the School’s Policies. Plan, monitor and evaluate lessons and activities that lead to the effective education of the children in your charge according to need and to develop in them the ability to take responsibility for their own learning Plan and mark work appropriately Regularly assess, record and report on the children’s development, progress, attainment and needs of each pupil in your charge Set targets, based on prior attainment, for pupils’ learning Maintain effective records in relation to progress of individual children and of the class Identify able pupils and those with special educational needs, working with both the Lead Teacher and parents to give effective and targeted support where needed Inform and consult with parents on a regular basis We offer: Enhanced CPD, including access to professional networks across the Trust Paid induction and training suited to the role Confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme Free parking Use of the Cycle Scheme Paid completion of a DBS check Flu vaccination vouchers Free eye tests (where the employee is desk-based) Where eligible, automatic enrolment to the relevant pension scheme Honouring of continuous service earned in the Local