Class teacher

Benton Park Primary School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE7 7SS

26 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  28 April 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  31 March 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: Full time - Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year
• Pay scale: M1 - UPS3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to recruit Teachers who:

- share the vision, values and inclusive practice of our school;

- are highly competent and skilful classroom practitioners;

- are committed to ensuring the academic progress and social and emotional development of the children they teach;

- are invested in and committed to improving their classroom practice, especially through evidence informed research;

- can work and communicate effectively within a team;

- is a competent user of technology – such as iPads – to enhance pupil learning and outcomes;

- has recent experience of teaching across the primary age including early years;

- has experience of or interest in working with autistic children and pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs or specific learning difficulties

- has a specialism or interest in a particular curriculum area; particularly music or scienc

What the school offers its staff

In return we can offer you:

- the chance to work in an inclusive school with happy, well behaved children who enjoy learning

- opportunities for high quality ongoing professional learning and development

- regular mentorship and coaching opportunities to grow and develop your practise – including ECF enrolment

- the support of our dedicated staff team and governors

- established positive relationships with parents and the local community

Further details about the role

Essential

1 A DfE recognised and relevant teaching qualification.

2 Able to design and teach effective lessons and learning activities across the relevant curriculum, age and attainment ranges

3 Recent experience of teaching in a primary classroom including early years

4 A good knowledge and understanding of core subjects and the relevant statutory and non-statutory curricula / frameworks.

5 A good, up to date working knowledge and understanding of evidence informed teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies.

6 Good written communication skills

7 Evidence of relevant and on-going professional development and training

8 Working knowledge of the SEND code of practice and implications for the classroom Application Desirable

9 Qualification (A level / Degree level) in a specific curriculum area; interest in a particular curriculum area – (in particular Music & Art)

10 Able to use mobile technology and applications to promote learning and improve outcomes

11 Experience and understanding of phonics and development of early reading skills

12 Aspirations to develop as a leader

13 Interest in classroom-based research to inform improvements in practice

14 Willing and able to contribute to extra-curricular activities.

15 Knowledge and experience of using specific targeted intervention in core subjects; interventions that promote and restore social and emotional regulation

Assessment

Essential

1 An understanding and ability to set realistic and challenging targets and be able to assess and review learners’ progress.

2 Able to communicate effectively with children, young people, colleagues and parents/carers.

3 Able to engage and motivate learners in the school environment.

4 Have positive values, attitudes and have high expectations for learners.

5 Be aware of current legislation, policies and guidance on the safeguarding of learners and the promotion of their well being.

6 Able to work collaboratively as member of a team and contribute to the professional development of colleagues, including the sharing effective practice.

7 Able to plan, organise and prioritise and manage time effectively.

8 Good verbal and interpersonal skills

9 Able to use technology knowledge and skills in the learning environment.

10 Have positive values, attitudes and have high expectations for learners. Assessment

Desirable

11 Willing and able to contribute to whole school development initiatives / school improvement planning / self evaluation

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to office@bentonparkprimary.co.uk

CVs are not accepted.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

BPPS Teacher Recruitment Pack March 25.pdf - 1.12 MB (opens in new tab)

Safe Recruitment Form (2).doc - 88.5 KB (opens in new tab)

About Benton Park Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 456 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Benton Park Primary School website
• Email address: office@bentonparkprimary.co.uk
• Phone number: 0191 2665122
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/benton-park-primary-school

Benton Park Primary school has a strong reputation for excellence in curriculum – we regularly present at curriculum conferences around the region, as well as hosting a thriving online task design community. In addition, with our own woodland area; a designated art room; innovative use of mobile technology (we are a regional training centre for Apple and a Digital School House) and a wide-ranging pupil pastoral offer, Benton Park is a dynamic and innovative place to work.

Arranging a visit to Benton Park Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@bentonparkprimary.co.uk.

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