Class Teacher – KS1 or KS2 M3 – UPR6 £35,674 - £49,084 Permanent Full Time, Whole Time Required from September 2025 Shotley Bridge Primary School is a successful village school situated close to the Durham / Northumberland border. We are currently seeking to appoint a classroom teacher to initially join our KS1 or KS2 team. We are looking for a highly effective and reflective classroom practitioner with experience of working in KS1 or KS2 and who is passionate about offering children an environment that encourages them to love learning and promotes our school values. Candidates should be highly motivated with a desire to continually develop their own teaching skills to ensure that all pupils flourish and achieve their true potential. We are looking for a teacher who: • has a strong working knowledge of the primary national curriculum objectives and expectations • has a clear understanding of effective teacher assessment processes • works effectively as part of a whole school team • demonstrates excellent communication skills • has a caring and empathetic nature • demonstrates an enthusiasm and love of learning • values the relationship between school, parents and the local community and can contribute to the wider school community We can offer you: • a warm, welcoming and supportive environment in which to further develop your career • high standards of behaviour from pupils who display positive attitudes towards learning • a forward thinking, committed and skilled team of professionals to work alongside • personalised, professional development opportunities and support • a thriving, well-resourced and attractive learning environment The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit with the Headteacher – Vicky Atkinson. All completed application forms should be returned directly to the school marked for the attention of Mrs C Coombe, or via email to shotleybridgeprimary@durhamlearning.net We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure. As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required. Applicants are advised that references will be requested on receipt of application and used to aid shortlisting. Please ensure that your nominated references are aware of your application. Closing Date: Monday 19th May 2025 at 9am Interviews: WB Monday, 26th May 2025 Shotley Bridge Primary School Snows Green Road, Shotley Bridge, Consett, DH8 0ES Tel: 01207 260444 Email: shotleybridgeprimary@durhamlearning.net Website: www.shotleybridgeprimary.durham.sch.uk/ VPRS/161