Early Years Class Teacher

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Stanley; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Tanfield Lea Community Primary School in Stanley, County Durham, seeks a dynamic Early Years teacher for a temporary two-term contract starting 1 January 2027 and ending 31 August 2027. The role is employed by Durham County Council, and the school is committed to safeguarding with an enhanced DBS disclosure required.

We value an enthusiastic, innovative approach to learning and a commitment to high standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a qualification that meets the approved ‘full and relevant’ criteria for Early Years qualifications and inclusion in staffing ratios.
• Visits to school are encouraged.
• Applicants must apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure and safeguarding measures will be taken.

Skills

Dynamic teacher

Excellence in learning

Positive attitude

Education

Early Years qualification

Job description

Temporary Contract until 31 August 2027

Required to start 1 January 2027

The Governors of Tanfield Lea Community Primary School are keen to appoint a highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic Early Years teacher. This position is temporary for two terms, in the first instance, in accordance with the Teachers’ Pay and Conditions.

We are a busy, lively school, dedicated to developing each and every child. We offer a wide range of opportunities for children both in and out of school with the intention of giving them a diverse and memorable positive school experience. We create and foster an atmosphere which is conducive to the progress of all – children and staff. We aim for our children to leave us as confident, happy, well behaved young people prepared for the next stage of their learning.

Our school values are: Turn Up, Learn, Care, Persevere and Shine.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a dynamic and innovative teacher
• Is committed to excellence, enjoyment and fun in learning
• Has a hard working, positive, ‘can do’ attitude to school life
• Has had experience in Early Years

And in return we offer:

• An inclusive school with happy, well behaved children who enjoy learning
• An experienced Leadership Team
• A staff team committed to high standards
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• A very supportive Governing Body

Applicants must hold a qualification that meets the approved ‘full and relevant’ criteria for Early Years qualifications and inclusion in staffing ratios.

Visits to school are encouraged.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Tanfield Lea Community Primary School Tanfield Lea, Stanley, County Durham, DH9 9LU

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £32,916 – £45,352

Location: Stanley, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant