Classroom Teacher
Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 7DDThis job expired on 9 June 2026 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
9 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
22 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Teacher Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School MPS 1-6 (£32,916 - £45,352) Full Time – Permanent Contract
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1-M6 (£32,916 - £45,352)
What skills and experience we're looking for
An exciting opportunity exists within our Trust to appoint a highly experienced practitioner who has proven classroom experience and evidence of raising standards and an excellent knowledge of the current curriculum framework to join our dedicated and hard-working team of staff.
The role will be based at Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School, Newton Aycliffe.
The successful candidate must be available to start on 1st September 2026 We are looking for talented and motivated individuals who will be able to:
• Set the highest of expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Promote at least good progress and outcomes for all groups of pupils.
• Demonstrate an in-depth subject knowledge for all subjects within the National Curriculum
• Plan and teach well-structured lessons that are engaging and challenging.
• Adapt teaching and differentiate effectively to meet the needs of all pupils.
• Be committed to valuing every child.
• Put the needs of children above all else.
• Engage with parents.
• Manage behaviour effectively and in line with school policy.
• Assess accurately in line with school policy.
• Promote extra-curricular activities and opportunities to enrich children’s learning.
• Demonstrate the flexibility required to work across the school.
• Show a commitment to working collaboratively within the Trust.
What the school offers its staff
Employee benefits include: –
o Teachers Pension
o Cycle to work scheme o Simplyhealth
o Employee Assistance Programme
o Employee discounts
o Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities
Further information about the job
The closing date for applications is 9th June 2026. The selection process will be based upon how well the applicant meets the job description/personal specification, an observation task and a structured panel interview on 17th June 2026 in school.
To arrange a visit to the school, please contact Mrs Kim Bushby, Head Teacher on 01325 300324. Visits are available on Thursday 4th June 4pm and Monday 8th June 2026 4pm.
An application pack for the post is available via the Tudhoe Learning Trust website. Application forms
should be returned to the Trust HR Manager via email at recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk.
Tudhoe Learning Trust is committed to providing opportunity for all and creating a balanced and diverse
workforce that represents the communities it serves. Applications from all communities are positively
welcomed. Applicants who identify themselves as disabled will receive an interview provided, they meet
minimum criteria. The Trust is committed to promoting the welfare of and safeguarding all children in its
schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All positions are subject to the completion of checks, including an Enhanced DBS clearance. In line with
Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines 2025, an online search will also be carried out for
short-listed candidates prior to interview. This is to identify any incidents or issues that are publicly
available online, which the school may explore with applicants at interview. This is a safeguarding check
to assess if the individual is suitable to work with young and/or vulnerable learners.
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 316 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School website
- Email address
- recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk
Arranging a visit to Stephenson Way Academy and Nursery School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk.
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