Class Teacher

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust; Newbottle; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is seeking a Class Teacher to join our dedicated team in Sunderland, working under the direction of the Headteacher and Governing body to deliver an outstanding education to our children.

The post is permanent and full-time, with a salary of £32,961.00 to £51,048.00 per year (Actual). Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all staff, with safeguarding at the forefront of our Trust's commitment.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide an outstanding education for our children.

Job description

Class Teacher at English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School, Sunderland

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Job Reference#EDV/2026/EMCPSS/02186

LocationRedcar Road, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR5 5AU

Contract TypePermanent

Contract TermFull-Time

Salary£32,961.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)

MPS/UPS

Closing DateMidday, Wed 14th Oct, 2026

Start DateJanuary 2027

Positions Available1

Suitable for ECTs

Interview Date(s)22nd October 2026

About this Role

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is looking to appoint a Class Teacher to work under direction of our Headteacher and Governing body to provide an outstanding education for our children.

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The Trust includes five Secondary and twenty five Primary Schools across South Tyneside, Sunderland and East Durham.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.

Shortlisting will be on Thursday 15th October 2026.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 22nd October 2026.

Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.

The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is looking to appoint a Class Teacher to work under direction of our Headteacher and Governing body to provide an outstanding education for our children.

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The Trust includes five Secondary and twenty five Primary Schools across South Tyneside, Sunderland and East Durham.

Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.