KS1 Class Teacher | Flexible Hours & Development

North East Combined Authority; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS membership

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Flexible working where appropriate

Salary sacrifice schemes

Pension scheme access

Job summary

Smart Multi Academy Trust is recruiting a KS1 Class Teacher for Oakfield Infant School in Gateshead. The fixed-term post runs from 2 November 2026 to 31 August 2027, with the principal place of work at Oakfield Infant School and possible postings to other Trust sites.

We offer enthusiastic learners, strong professional development and a supportive team, with LGPS access and flexible working where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the ethos of the school
• Ability to demonstrate excellence in teaching and learning
• Ability to work as part of a team effectively
• Ability to establish excellent relationships with children and parents, promoting aspirational achievement and progress for all pupils including those with Special Educational Needs

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be subject to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2026) legislation.
• Your principal place of work will be Oakfield Infant School but you may be required to work at other Trust sites within Smart Multi Academy Trust within reason.
• Fixed Term from 2 November 2026 to 31 August 2027 or until the post holder returns

Job description

Smart Multi Academy Trust is recruiting a KS1 Class Teacher for Oakfield Infant School in Gateshead. The fixed-term post runs from 2 November 2026 to 31 August 2027, with the principal place of work at Oakfield Infant School and possible postings to other Trust sites.

We offer enthusiastic learners, strong professional development and a supportive team, with LGPS access and flexible working where appropriate.