When job vacancies occur for teaching or support staff, these are advertised through Education Personnel Management and details will be available on the EPM website. To search for vacancies, click on the link and search for our school. 

We currently have 3 vacancies as detailed below:

• Y3/Y4 Class Teacher maternity cover full-time (job-share also considered) from January 2027 until December 2027 (or on the return of the substantive postholder) with the possibility of extension.
• 1 x Full-time (job-share also considered) and 1 x Part-time 1:1 Teaching Assistants to work with named children in Year1/Reception, starting with immediate effect.

Thank you for your interest in joining the team at Barton CofE (VA) Primary School. We are seeking enthusiastic, committed and talented staff to join our friendly and dedicated team.

At Barton School, our vision is to engage and inspire pupils to become creative and independent thinkers who develop a love of learning and a thirst for knowledge. We encourage our children to persevere when faced with challenges and to approach learning with curiosity and confidence. Our Christian ethos and school values underpin every aspect of school life, helping children to grow academically, socially and personally.

We are a thriving village primary school with high aspirations for every child. Our dedicated staff team provides rich curriculum experiences, excellent pastoral care and high-quality teaching in a warm, supportive environment. As a small school with big ambitions, we offer a wealth of enrichment opportunities and value the contribution every member of staff makes to our school community.

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. To arrange a visit or discuss the role further, please contact the school office on 01223 262474 or email office@barton.cambs.sch.uk .

Y3/Y4 Class Teacher Maternity Cover from January 2027 until December 2027 (or on the return of the substantive potholder) with the possibility of extension.

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is energetic, passionate and enthusiastic about teaching and learning.
• Has high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to delivering a broad, rich and well-sequenced curriculum.
• Uses creative and innovative teaching approaches that motivate, engage and inspire children.
• Has strong classroom management skills and creates an engaging and positive learning environment.
• Works effectively as part of a team, planning collaboratively and sharing knowledge, ideas and expertise.
• Prioritises pupil wellbeing, personal development, and safety, fully embracing our Christian ethos and school values
• Has excellent communication skills and builds positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusive practice and can effectively adapt teaching to meet the needs of all learners, including those with SEND.

In return, we at Barton offer:

• A school environment where everyone is valued and appreciated for their hard work
• A supportive, friendly staff and governing body who care about staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Opportunities to grow as a teacher and leader, developing leadership roles
• Fantastic pupils who are our best ambassadors. Our pupils say that Barton is ‘a peaceful school that welcomes everyone’.
• Our pupils model the school values of

• Be Safe
• Be Respectful
• Be Learners

• A community that celebrates successes and achievements, taking great pride in watching our young people grow and flourish together.

School Visits: Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit at a mutually convenient time.
Closing Date: 9.00am Friday 16 October 2026 
Shortlisting: Monday 19 October 2026 
Interviews: Thursday 22 October 2026

 

Teaching Assistants required immediately to work 1:1 with named children in Y1/Reception. Term-time only.

Salary: National Joint Pay Scale: Level 2 point 5/6

Contract type: 1 x part-time, 18.75 hours per week, working on Wed/Thu/Fri term-time only. 1 x full-time postion (job-share also considered).

Reporting to: Class Teacher, SENCO and Headteacher

Responsible for: Supporting a 1:1 child with an EHCP

We are seeking a flexible, motivated TA who is enthusiastic, creative and able to join our small, friendly school. The TA will be supporting a child in Reception/Year 1 with multiple learning needs.

We are looking for TAs who:

• are committed to raising achievement for all of our pupils
• are able to build positive relationships with pupils, promoting high self-esteem and independence
• can adapt their communication style to respond to pupils according to their individual needs
• can support pupils with their social, emotional and mental health needs, escalating concerns where appropriate
• promote high standards of behaviour, responding to incidents in line with the school’s behaviour policy and guidelines on physical intervention
• can work collaboratively with staff, parents/carers
• will assist with playtime and lunchtime supervision
• will work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies
• will promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school

 

  

Please see the attached job descriptions, person specifications and application forms.  Any further enquiries, or to visit the school, please contact the school office on 01223 262474 or office@barton.cambs.sch.uk

This school is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This teaching post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, and a Disclosure of Criminal Record and Disqualification Declaration.  In line with guidance from the Safer Recruitment Consortium, an online search will also be completed for shortlisted candidates.  In addition, the job you are applying for is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) which requires you to disclose all spent convictions and cautions except those which are ‘protected’ under Police Act 1997 – Part V and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) and are not subject to disclosure to employers on DBS certificates and cannot be taken into account. If you are invited to interview you will be required to complete a “Disclosure of Criminal Record” form and bring the completed form to interview.