Classroom Teacher X 2
Dene House Primary School, Peterlee, County Durham, SR8 5RL23 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
5 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
13 May 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1
Working pattern
- Full time: 2 x Classroom Teachers Dene House Primary School Permanent M1-M4 (£32,916- £39,556) Full Time Within the application please specify EYFS/KS1
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1-M4 (£32,916- £39,556)
What skills and experience we're looking for
An exciting opportunity exists within our Trust for two experienced Teachers to join our team at Dene House Primary School, Peterlee from 1st September 2026.
The successful candidates will be based within Reception and KS1.
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 EYFS/KS1
- Show a commitment to working collaboratively within the Trust.
What the school offers its staff
Employee benefits include: –
- Teachers Pension Scheme
- Simplyhealth
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities
Further information about the job
The closing date for applications is 5th June 2026 (noon). The selection process will be based upon an observation of teaching, how well the applicant meets the job description/personal specification, and a structured panel interview on 12th June 2026 in school.
For more information about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact Mr Lee Blake, Head Teacher, on 0191 586 2937.
Applications will only be considered on a Trust application form. An application pack for the post is available from the Tudhoe Learning Trust website and must be returned to recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk by 12 noon on the closing date.
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.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Dene House Primary School
- School type
- Academies, ages 5 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 301 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Dene House Primary School website
- Email address
- recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk
Arranging a visit to Dene House Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk.
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