Location: Bridgwater
Pay: £168.00 – £261.00 per day
Type: Maternity Cover Contract
Hours: Full-time
Start date: September 2026
About the Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Experience teaching History across Key Stages 3 and 4.
Ideally, experience working within a Special Educational Needs (SEN) setting, or a genuine willingness to support pupils with a range of additional needs.
A nurturing, patient, and inclusive approach to teaching, with the ability to build positive relationships and foster pupil confidence.
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills, adapting teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs and ensure all pupils can access the curriculum.
The ability to plan and deliver engaging, differentiated History lessons that inspire and support learners of varying abilities.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and organisational skills, working effectively with colleagues, support staff, families, and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.
Availability to work full-time from as soon as possible, with flexibility to provide cover through October half term and potentially until Christmas.
Contract & Recruitment Information
Elementa is the recruiting partner; therefore, applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting and background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20), unless you have a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the Update Service.
If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role, please apply with your full, up-to-date CV.
ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT
Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu.
PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests otherwise, all candidates are paid via PAYE, providing the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer–employee relationship.
Training & support – access to a broad range of free or heavily discounted training, including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
Fair pay policy – candidates are paid to scale; where any variation is required, written agreement will be provided in advance.
Additional services – access to a network of partners offering support services such as tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more.
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Salary description
£168.00 - £261.00 per day