Early Years Foundation Stage Class Teacher

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for two Early Years Foundation Stage teachers to join Byker Primary School. The positions are suitable for both ECT and experienced candidates who are passionate about children's learning and committed to fostering an inclusive environment. Candidates should have a good understanding of the early Years curriculum and be prepared to engage with the latest academic research to enhance educational practices. Applications should be submitted before 31st October 2025.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for children's learning.
• Prepared to engage with the latest academic research.
• Must be capable of using adaptive teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Senior Leadership Team to enhance educational experiences.
• Ensure all children receive outstanding and inspirational educational experiences.
• Develop and embed an outstanding curriculum.

Skills

Ability to motivate others

Passion for developing pedagogical practice

Adaptive teaching methods

Knowledge of early Years curriculum

Job description

Byker Primary School
Commercial Road
Byker
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE6 2AT

Required to start 1st January or as soon as possible

Two Fixed term Class Teachers

• Post 1: Full Time Fixed Term Maternity Cover until the return of current post holder start date 01.01.2026 expected end date 31.12.2026
• Post 2: Full Time Fixed Term 01.01.2026 to 31.08.2026

The governors of Byker Primary wish to appoint 2 Early Years Foundation Stage teachers who have a passion for children’s learning. Both teaching positions are suitable for ECT or experienced candidates. Please indicate on application form the post you are applying for stating post 1, post 2 or both.

At Byker Primary School we serve a changing population and strive to ensure that the needs of all pupils are met, both socially and academically. Our school community has high aspirations and expectations for the children we serve. We are committed to encouraging children’s understanding and acceptance of other faiths, beliefs and cultures while supporting them to develop their own place in the community, both locally and globally.

We believe that children should be exposed to rich creative experiences which celebrate diversity and develop cultural awareness. We promote their spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development in order to best prepare our pupils for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of later life. We aim to nurture and foster the kindness and empathy our pupils will need as fulfilled, responsible and educated citizens of the world.

‘Children First: Raising standards and transforming lives’

The successful candidate will work alongside the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), teachers and teaching assistants across the school; the aim of which is to ensure that all children receive outstanding and inspirational educational experiences which help them fulfil their potential.

The successful candidate must be prepared to engage with the latest academic research to ensure continued development of their practice, to continue to develop and embed an outstanding curriculum that is rooted in the very latest academic research.

You should be able to

• motivate and get the best out of others
• possess a passion for developing pedagogical practice
• use an inspiring approach to remove barriers to learning across the curriculum
• use adaptive teaching methods to support all learning particularly those of SEND Need
• have a good knowledge of the early Years curriculum

Byker Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be successful against a range of other recruitment checks.

As this post involves working with children, vulnerable adults or dealing with sensitive information, written references will be taken up and made available to interviewers before the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise.

Application packs are available from the school office or can be downloaded from the school website. Completed application forms can be returned to the school at Byker Primary School, Commercial Road, Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 2AT or emailed to [e-mail] by Friday 31st October 2025 10.00am