Class Teacher

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, is seeking a committed and enthusiastic class teacher. The successful candidate will nurture and motivate students, support a high-quality curriculum, and work in a welcoming environment with strong community support. This full-time, fixed-term role is essential to making a positive impact within a vibrant, multicultural school. Applicants should embody the ethos of a Catholic school and hold a collaborative spirit.

Benefits

Access to high quality CPD and/or ECT training

Supportive parents and community

Dedicated staff who care about the children

Qualifications

• Ability to support catholic school ethos.
• High expectations for all children.
• Strong team player with a cheerful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support students in a vibrant environment.
• Collaborate with dedicated staff to foster learning.
• Contribute to the school's strong Catholic ethos.

Skills

Nurturing

Enthusiastic

Team player

High expectations

Cheerful demeanor

Job description

Location: Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, Dunsmuir Grove, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, NE8 4QL

Grade: MPS 1 – 6 (£31,650- £43,607 per annum)

Hours: Full Time (1fte), Fixed Term Contract until 31st August 2026

Start Date: 1st September 2025



Corpus Christi is a vibrant, welcoming and multicultural school, with a talented, committed staff and a strong Catholic ethos. Following a recent Ofsted inspection, the school received an ‘Outstanding’ judgment in all areas.



We are seeking to appoint a nurturing, enthusiastic and highly motivated class teacher.



Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England and will have a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive, and growing team.



We are proud to offer:

• Extremely well behaved, kind, respectful and hardworking children who are happy and eager to learn.


• An expert and dedicated staff, who genuinely care about the children and the school.


• Highly ambitious curriculum.


• Supportive parents, parish and community.


• Access to high quality CPD and/or ECT training.

Applicants are welcomed from candidates who are able to demonstrate the following:

• An ability to support the aims and ethos of our Catholic School


• High expectation for all children


• Strengths, ideas and expertise that you can share with us


• A desire to develop and learn with and from other skilled and experienced staff


• A strong team player


• A cheerful and energetic demeanour

Interested candidates can find out more about our school from our website www.corpuschristigateshead.org.uk. We are also offering scheduled visits to the school. Please contact the school office on 0191 477 2175 to confirm attendance.



How to Apply:



To complete an online application form please click the 'Apply Now' button



Closing date: Midnight, Wednesday 2nd July 2025

Interview date: TBC



The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.