Class Teacher

Teaching Vacancies; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St Michael's Catholic Primary School, part of The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, invites applications for a Class Teacher from January 2027. The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality teaching within their class and support pupils’ academic, social, emotional and spiritual progress in line with the National Curriculum and Teachers’ Standards.

You will monitor and report pupil progress, uphold safeguarding and the Catholic ethos, and contribute positively to the life of a

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Class Teacher to join our school team from January 2027. The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality teaching and learning within their assigned class, ensuring all pupils are supported to make strong academic, social, emotional and spiritual progress. Working in line with the National Curriculum, school policies and the Teachers’ Standards, the postholder will plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet the needs of all learners.

The appointed teacher will maintain high expectations for pupils’ achievement and behaviour, create a safe and supportive learning environment, and assess, track and report on pupil progress to inform effective planning.

This role requires a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, upholding the Catholic ethos of the school, and contributing positively to the wider life of the school community in line with our values.

Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 22nd November 2026

Shortlisting Date: TBC

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.

What the school offers its staff

At St Michael's Catholic Primary School, we are proud to be a warm, inclusive and highly supportive school community where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish. Situated in the heart of Esh Village, our school combines high aspirations with a caring Catholic ethos, creating an environment where pupils thrive and staff are genuinely supported to develop and grow.

We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. Our schools are located in Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England.

Commitment to safeguarding

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.