Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School in Newcastle upon Tyne invites applications for a dedicated Class Teacher to cover a maternity absence. You will teach a form class, contribute to Catholic ethos, and work as part of a supportive, inclusive staff team.

We seek an inspiring educator with strong knowledge of the primary curriculum and assessment procedures, able to collaborate with colleagues and families to support each child’s potential during the fixed-term appointment.

Qualifications

• Excellent working knowledge of the primary curriculum.
• Familiar with related assessment procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Commitment to raising standards within a Catholic ethos.
• Flexible and adaptable in teaching approaches.

Responsibilities

• Cover maternity leave for the substantive post holder.
• Deliver high-quality teaching to the assigned class.
• Contribute to the life and ethos of the school.
• Collaborate with staff, governors, and parish community to support pupils.

Skills

Primary teaching

Catholic ethos

Collaboration

Assessment knowledge

Flexibility

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

# Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)Employer: English Martyrs' Catholic Primary SchoolLocation: Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and WearContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: 2 terms fixed contractSalary: M1 £32,916 - M6 £45,352 per annumPosted: 22nd September 2026Expires: 5th October 2026 09:00 AMStart Date: 2nd November 2026Job ID: 1575593* Share :* PrintEnglish Martyrs’ Catholic Primary is a highly respected two-form entry Catholic school, with a 16 place Additional Resource Provision providing a good education for all our pupils.The opportunity has arisen to appoint a enthusiastic, committed, and caring classroom teacher; who is sympathetic and supportive to the aims and ethos of a Catholic School, to cover the maternity leave of the substantive post holder. The post will commence in November 2026 and finish on the return of the post holder (2 terms fixed contract).English Martyrs is a very diverse catholic community where the messages of the Gospel are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to wrap children in an atmosphere of care, love, and fun. It is a happy place, where the needs of the 'whole child' are at the heart of all we do and as a result our pupils thrive.You will be expected to make a full contribution to the life of the school following the Catholic ethos.Applications are welcomed from teachers who: are practicing Catholics or will be sympathetic to the teachings of the Catholic Church; are inspirational, innovative, dedicated and highly effective; committed to raising standards; are flexible and adaptable in their approach to teaching, and are able to demonstrate knowledge and skill to nurture our children towards reaching their full potential; have an excellent working knowledge of the primary curriculum; and related assessment procedures; have the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues have the commitment to contribute to the corporate life of the school.We can offer you: a very strong Catholic ethos; an enthusiastic, supportive and hard-working team of staff; motivated, friendly, polite and well-behaved children; an inclusive school, where everyone matters; active and supportive governors, parents and parish community; a strong commitment to continuous professional development and a network of support from our Trust and Diocese.All applicants are warmly encouraged to visit the school, appointments can be made by contacting Mrs. Kenny (School Business Manager)### AttachmentsBBCET Notes to ApplicantsDiocesan Briefing Note on the Definition of Practising CatholicDiocesan Model Statement on Equal Opportunities in Catholic SchoolsPrivacy NoticeJob Desc\\_Person Spec\\_TeacherEquality Act 2010 Reasonable Adjustments StatementDisqualification Policy### Safeguarding Statement:English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.In accordance with the safeguarding vulnerable groups’ regime [2006] & the relevant Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) DfE guidance, **any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the results of checks from the Disclosure & Barring Service** (“the DBS”) and Teacher Services (regarding teacher prohibition/disqualification from working with children and young people).School roles give privileged access to vulnerable groups, therefore, *we require all applicants attending interview to disclose all spent convictions and cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975* unless it is a “protected” conviction/caution under the amendments made to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 (in 2013) and, therefore, not subject to disclosure.