Classroom Teacher


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Newton Aycliffe, DL5 7DD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	7 Oct 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

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 details about the role

The closing date for applications is 7th October 2026 noon.

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 19th October 2026 in school.

To arrange a visit to the school, please contact Mrs Kim Bushby, Head Teacher on 01325 300324. 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 2026, 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.

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