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Ongar Primary is a busy, thriving and nurturing Primary School. Learning is fun, stimulating and enriching. All that we do is based on our three rights: Respect, Safety and Learning. We are proud of the positive relationships in our school community and work together to help every child be a confident, resilient, and happy life-long learner. We need another team member with that little bit of sparkle, that will help our children thrive and flourish. Visits are actively encouraged and warmly welcomed.
Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.
About the role:
Are you looking for an exciting new role? Our Year 5 teacher is embarking on her next challenge as a new mum, so we need someone just as wonderful to cover her maternity leave. The post is full time initially for one year. Ideally in upper Key Stage 2 but we can be flexible for the right candidate. It's a great opportunity to join our friendly and supportive team, with a great class of just 26 children and a full time LSA.
We are looking for an inspirational, dynamic, and creative teacher. The role will provide you with the opportunity to share and develop great practice within a vibrant and supportive school. For a more experienced candidate there will be opportunities to develop leadership skills and contribute to our continued school development. This is an exciting opportunity for us to support an aspiring leader. This position could be suitable for both experienced and early career teachers.
Come and visit to see for yourself what we have to offer. Join our team and make a real difference to the children and families of Ongar.
Visits to the school are strongly recommended and warmly welcomed. This can be arranged by contacting the school office. 01277 362354 or admin@ongar-pri.essex.sch.uk
The appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.
Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Work Schedule:
Fixed Term - Maternity Cover
Full Time
How to Apply:
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Ongar Primary School.
Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to the school office via email to admin@ongar-pri.essex.sch.uk
Closing Date: Friday 23rd January 2026, at midnight
Interview Date: Wednesday 28th January 2026
Further details are available from t: 01277362354 e: admin@ongar-pri.essex.sch.uk
w: ongarprimaryschool.co.uk
This trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful, an enhanced DBS check would be sought. The Bridge Academy trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.
Information about the School
Ongar Primary School is based in Ongar and set in large and beautiful grounds. The school provides children with a safe, happy and stimulating learning environment. All that we do at Ongar Primary is underpinned by our Three Rights: The Right to Respect, The Right to Safety and The Right to Learn.
Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.