KS2 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)
West Denton Primary School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE5 1DN10 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 November 2025
Closing date
19 September 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
8 September 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term - Fixed Term until July 2026 - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- M1 to M6
What skills and experience we're looking for
West Denton Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Key Stage 2 (KS2) Teacher to join our supportive and dynamic team. Our school is committed to providing a high-quality education that inspires and motivates every child to reach their full potential.
We are looking for a passionate individual who is eager to make a positive impact on the lives of our pupils following our vision “Enjoying learning and growing together.”
If you are an innovative teacher with a strong commitment to fostering a love of learning,we would love to hear from you!
We are looking for a teacher who:
- has a record of outstanding classroom teaching
- can inspire children and ensure they reach their potential
- is a team player and can work collaboratively with a partner teacher and within a phase
- can make a contribution to the whole school
- is interested in continuing professional development and research
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
- the privilege of working with children who are eager to learn
- a caring and supportive school environment where we are always striving to improve our practice and support the development of our staff
- dedicated, innovative and supportive staff
- wider opportunities through being part of the
ONE (Owl North East) Trust
Further information about the job
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 complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About West Denton Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 328 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- West Denton Primary School website
- Email address
- admin@westdenton.newcastle.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0191 267 4211
West Denton Primary is a larger than average primary school with 335 pupils, based in the Outer West of Newcastle. The school has been part of the ONE (Owl North East) Trust since January 2024.
At West Denton, children are at the heart of all we do. Dedicated, highly-skilled and professional staff work together to create a family atmosphere where children can grow, flourish and make progress. This prepares them for the next steps of education and for their future.
We encourage children to respect themselves, each other and the environment. We also promote perseverance so children have the skills to keep going!
We have a number of unique features and opportunities at our school. These include:
- A dedicated bushcraft area for learning and enquiry outdoors
- Two minibuses for access to visits
- An edible garden for growing and learning about produce
- A set of bikes for cycling
- A bespoke cycle-track
We pride ourselves on being responsive to the community we serve, and the school staff strive to make West Denton Primary School a happy and successful learning environment for all children who attend the school.
Arranging a visit to West Denton Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@westdenton.newcastle.sch.uk.
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