Vacancies

Derwent Primary School is a Good school (Ofsted Jul 23) with children at the heart of everything we do.

We are a friendly, modern and inclusive school with exceptional facilities. We have beautiful, extensive grounds that are set in a semi-rural environment in Henlow.

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Southill Lower School is recently judged Strong Standard (Ofsted Nov 25) school, which nurtures values, grows inspiration and raises aspirations.

We are a small, friendly school. We have an idyllic rural setting in grounds owned by the Whitbread estate in the beautiful village of Southill. Our Ofsted report says that “Classrooms and corridors are filled with Laughter”.

We respect ourselves; we respect others; we respect our environment 

We are a diverse and equal opportunities employer

EYFS Class Teacher 

Derwent Primary School – Henlow, Bedfordshire

Permanent full-time contract

Suitable for MPS teachers only

Start date September 2026

We can offer successful applicants:

Enthusiastic children and a behaviour policy actively supported by the senior leaders on site

Professional, dedicated and supportive colleagues 

A broad, challenging and well-resourced primary curriculum

Weekly research led professional development offer

A fully involved and strategic governing body 

A welcoming environment where the PTA are involved and engaged in the life of the school

Applications are through MyNewTerm only

 https://mynewterm.com/jobs/109457/EDV-2026-DPS-57894 

Please do not send CV’s.

We would also encourage candidates to book an informal chat with SLT and a tour around the school.

Closing date: Friday 24th April 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 6th May 2026 

Start date: 1st September 2026

We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement if a suitable applicant is appointed prior to Friday 24th April 2026.

Teaching Assistant

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated TA (with midday duties) based at Derwent Primary School

Full-time permanent contract Monday - Friday 8.45am-3.30pm (31.25 hours a week) with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break

Level 2A point 3 £12.85ph (£24,796 per annum, pro-rata)

Applications are welcomed from current and newly trained teaching assistants 

Person Specification

• Experience with supporting children in a learning environment 
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and empathy in providing for children with additional needs in mainstream education
• A keenness to work closely with colleagues in a nurturing SEN provision on a mainstream school site
• Recent experience in working in the primary classroom
• Some knowledge of phonics
• Good knowledge of parent and report feedback including liaising with SLT and the SENCO

We can offer successful applicants:

• Enthusiastic children with parents who are very keen to work with the school in successful education for SEN pupils.
• Professional, dedicated and supportive colleagues.
• A well led, supportive and ambitious governing body.
• A welcoming environment where partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community are celebrated.

• A full programme of professional and curriculum development

Applications are through MyNewTerm only

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/109457/EDV-2026-DPS-76259  

Please do not send CV’s

Closing date: Friday 15th May 2026

Interview dates: TBC

Start date: September 2026

We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement if a suitable applicant is appointed prior to 15th May 2026

Midday Supervisor

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Midday Supervisor based at Derwent Primary School

Full-time permanent contract Monday - Friday 11.30am – 1.30pm (10 hours a week) 

Level 1D point 3 £12.85ph (£24,796.00 per annum, pro rata)

Applications are welcomed from current and newly trained midday supervisors 

Person Specification

• Supervision of pupils immediately before, during and after the midday meal. This includes pupils who have a school meal as well as those who bring their own food.
• Supervision of pupils’ entry into the dining room, including any walk or journey to the dining room which might be required.
• Assistance for pupils where necessary to cut up food and guidance on the proper use of cutlery; assistance in the clearance of any spillage etc. if required.
• Supervision of pupils in the playground or other area of the school as required, dealing with any incidents of inappropriate pupil behaviour in line with the school’s Behaviour Management Policy. Organising play/games as appropriate inside school on wet days.
• Taking such steps as are necessary when pupils are sick, carrying out minor first aid and summoning any assistance needed to deal with injuries or illness.

We can offer successful applicants:

• Enthusiastic children with parents who are very keen to work with the school in successful education for SEN pupils.
• Professional, dedicated and supportive colleagues.
• A well led, supportive and ambitious governing body.
• A welcoming environment where partnerships with parents, carers and the wider community are celebrated.

• A full programme of professional and curriculum development

Applications are through MyNewTerm only  

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/109457/EDV-2026-DPS-14023

Please do not send CV’s

Closing date: Friday 15th May 2026

Interview dates: TBC

Start date: ASAP

We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement if a suitable applicant is appointed prior to 15th May 2026

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are conditional and subject to an enhanced DBS and Social Media checks. 

Page updated: April 2026