St Peters Church of England (VA) Junior School, Tavistock.

Teacher – Part time, Fixed term until August 26 (0.6 FTE)

Salary Range: MPS 1 – MPS6

Closing date:  9am 25^th February 2026

Interviews: 5^th March 2026

Start date: April 2026

Are you a passionate teacher who believes in creating a stimulating, enabling, learning environment? Looking for a fresh challenge? Want to be part of an ambitious school with a supportive team in a fantastic location? If this sounds like you, make the move to St Peters Church of England Junior School. We are seeking a new staff member within our upper KS2 team where high-quality provision for all is at the heart of what we do.

St Peters Junior is a well-regarded school situated in Tavistock.  We are a popular school because of the high expectations and because our school values underpin all that we do. Our core value is love and we aim to show that in everything that we do in our school: in our lives as teachers; in our relationships with the children and their families; and in our determination to provide the best learning and pastoral experiences for all of our children. The Tavistock Church Schools Federation (St Peters Junior & St Rumons Infants) are part of the St Christopher’s Trust - a family of 19 Church and Community Schools spanning three local authorities and providing a rich network of collaboration.

We are looking for a rigorous practitioner with a creative flare and zest to bring learning to life for all our pupils. You will be experienced and skillful in challenging each pupil, whatever their starting point, using your strong pedagogical practice and philosophy, which underpins your approach to teaching. You will be used to working in positive and proactive ways, as well as collaborating with others, to drive high expectations, supporting the overall school improvement.

In joining St Peters, you will be part of a friendly and welcoming staff team and a supportive community. You will have the opportunity to develop your teaching and leadership skills in an environment that has a strong focus on CPD whatever career stage you are at. As a Church of England school, you will be happy to support the Anglican ethos through our school values.

We welcome applications from NQT’s as well as more experiences colleagues.

If you are interested in applying for this role and would like a tour of the school please call the school on 01822 614640.

When completing an application please ensure you address all aspects of the person specification and list any additional subject strengths.

Applications need to be submitted by 9:00am on 25^th February 2026 Interviews will be held on 5^th March 2026.

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

Our commitment to EDI

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.