Vacancies

Thank you for expressing an interest in working at Great Torrington Bluecoat C of E Primary School. Please see below our current vacancies:

Qualified Teacher – Nursery Maternity Cover

Part-Time | 0.8 or 0.9 FTE | Temporary Maternity Cover

Start date: Second half of the Autumn Term, by negotiation

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and inspirational qualified teacher to join our dedicated Nursery team, providing maternity cover for a proposed period of three and a half terms.

The successful candidate will be passionate about working with our youngest children and committed to providing a high-quality, nurturing and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Has a passion for early years education and supporting young children's development

• Is enthusiastic, creative and committed to delivering an engaging curriculum

• Builds positive and trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues

• Has high expectations for all children and is committed to inclusive practice

• Works well as part of a supportive and dedicated team

In return, we can offer the opportunity to work within a welcoming and supportive school community, alongside a committed Nursery team who are passionate about giving our children the very best start to their education.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks in line with our safeguarding policies.

How to Apply

For further information or to arrange an informal conversation about the role, please contact the school.

To request a job description and application form please contact Sarah Pester, School Business Manager at spester@bluecoat-learn.org or download using the links.

Closing date: Thursday 8st October 2026

Interviews: Thursday 15th October 2026

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Clerical Assistant

Start date ASAP | Part-Time, Term time only | Fixed Term | Working days Wed pm, Thu & Fri
Grade B - £13.48 per hour | 18 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

We are seeking to appoint a friendly, organised and reliable Clerical Assistant to join our busy and welcoming school office team. The successful candidate will provide effective administrative and clerical support, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office. You will work closely with staff, pupils, parents and visitors, so excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing general administrative and clerical support

• Answering telephone calls and responding to enquiries

• Welcoming visitors and assisting parents and pupils

• Maintaining accurate records and school information

• Handling confidential information appropriately

We are looking for someone who:

• Is organised, reliable and approachable with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Is confident using IT and standard office software

• Has a friendly and professional manner

• Can prioritise tasks and work effectively in a busy environment

• Understands the importance of confidentiality within a school setting Safeguarding

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How to Apply

To request a job description and application form please contact Sarah Pester, School Business Manager at spester@bluecoat-learn.org.

Closing date: Thursday 1st October 2026

Interviews: Thursday 8th October 2026

Volunteering

If you would like to enquire about any voluntary opportunities, please contact the office on 01805 622333. All volunteers will be subject to a DBS check.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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