Class Teacher

Newlands Primary; Middleton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Newlands Primary in Middleton is seeking a Class Teacher for a permanent, full-time post. The role requires experience with primary education and, ideally, the SEND profile, with a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

You will work as part of a supportive team, develop inclusive learning plans for children with severe and complex needs, and contribute to ongoing professional development within the school. The appointment is subject to enhanced DBS and right to work checks.

Qualifications

• Experience in primary or SEND settings is essential.
• Proactive safeguarding practice and ability to work in a team.
• Strong communication with parents, pupils and staff.
• Commitment to personal professional development.
• Excellent and reflective classroom practice with high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across the primary spectrum and SEND where required.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan engaging and inclusive learning for pupils with complex needs.
• Maintain safeguarding and promote welfare of all pupils and staff.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers and support family engagement.
• Engage in school development activities and professional learning.

Skills

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Communication with parents

Motivation and commitment

Job description

Grade: Teachers Main Pay / UPR

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: All Year Round

Actual Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 + (SEN £2,787) - (to increase pending Pay Award)

Interview Date: 13th October 2026

Thank you for showing interest in our school. Applications are particularly welcomed from teachers who have experience in the Primary Special School setting.

The Governors of Newlands School are seeking to appoint a Class Teacher who:

• Is proactive and vigilant in their approach to safeguarding pupils
• Is experienced in working within a team to ensure the best outcomes for children
• Has the personal and social skills to communicate clearly and sensitively, establishing and sustaining good relationships with parents, pupils and other staff
• Is looking for a school where personal professional development is promoted, supported and celebrated
• Is an excellent and reflective classroom practitioner
• Is caring, committed and highly motivated
• Has high expectations of all pupils’ achievement and behaviour
• Has the knowledge, enthusiasm and ability to inspire and motivate children to learn.
• Has a warm and friendly personality.
• Has an excellent understanding of children with severe and complex needs and how to plan for and support their learning and engagement.

The successful applicant will have experience across Primary and/or SEND settings.

You are very welcome to visit us prior to making an application.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026.

Supporting Documents

• Job Description
• Person Specification
• Application Form
• Application Guidance
• Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
• Privacy Notice