Classroom Teacher - Preston Primary School (Lingfield Education Trust)

Stockton Academy Vacancies; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Tees Valley is seeking a dedicated Classroom Teacher for the Squirrels provision. This full-time, permanent role, starting January 2026, focuses on children with communication needs. Applicants should demonstrate a passion for education and personal development, and a strong commitment to the welfare and progress of all pupils. Closing date for applications is October 6, 2025.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful teaching impacting student progress.
• Passion for pupil learning, progress, and well-being.
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills.
• Desire to make a difference to vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for children in the Squirrels provision.
• Work with children with communication needs.
• Collaboration within the SEND team for educational success.

Skills

Teaching successfully

Classroom organisation

Communication skills

Collaboration in team

Job description

Overview

Preston Primary School

Classroom Teacher Squirrels provision

Pay Scale: M1-UPS (£32,916 - £51,048)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent. Required from January 2026

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS clearance (certificate of disclosure form from the Disclosure and Barring Service). Pre-employment checks, including an online and social media search (KCSIE), will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.

The post will be based at Preston Primary School; however, the Trust reserves the right to require you to work at other schools within the Trust. As part of Lingfield Education Trust, there are exciting opportunities to work across the Trust and for career progression.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate would be responsible for our children in our new Squirrels additionally resourced provision. This key role will see you work within our new provision with children who have communication needs and who communicate in different ways. You will need to have patience and love in high quantities, and be prepared to work as part of our dedicated SEND team and be prepared to undertake further training to ensure that we offer a first-class educational experience.

Qualifications and Requirements

• have a proven track record of teaching successfully with an impact on progress;
• be passionate about pupil learning, progress and well-being;
• have excellent classroom organisation and behaviour management skills;
• be passionate about the development of a dynamic and inspiring curriculum, being able to lead and motivate our children;
• have excellent teaching, interpersonal and communication skills;
• be committed to their own professional development;
• want to make a full contribution to the wider life of our school;
• An excellent classroom practitioner who is willing to grow and develop
• Someone who is an inspiring role model for children and colleagues
• Someone who believes in educating the whole child
• Have a desire to make a difference to some of the most vulnerable children in society
• Someone who is able to contribute effectively to our happy, passionate team

The appointed person should be creative, forward-thinking and able to work as part of a team as well as using their own initiative to ensure quality education for all pupils.

Additional Information

The school invites applications via the website and contact details below. Closing Date: Monday, 6th October 2025. Shortlisting: Wednesday 8th October 2025. Interviews: Tuesday 14th October 2025.

We would also encourage you to book in for a visit to look around the school - please contact the school office on 01642 784735 to arrange this. Applications should be completed and returned to the provided addresses.

Contact information and resources: www.prestonprimary.co.uk
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