Primary Class Teacher

Polaris Community; Haltwhistle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Haltwhistle is seeking a dedicated Primary Class Teacher to enhance the learning of pupils with special educational needs. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons and supporting students' emotional and educational development. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment with a commitment to professional growth and pupil welfare.

Benefits

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Have a strong basic education to degree level.
• Previous successful teaching experience.
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and delivering high quality lessons.
• Support the class team in facilitating learning opportunities.
• Report on pupils’ progress and concerns.
• Supervise pupils during non‑classroom times.
• Build positive relationships with your pupils.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Special Educational Needs Awareness

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree Level Education

Job description

Polaris Education - North Lakes Herdley Bank School

Primary Class Teacher

Contract: Full Time, Term time only

Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme

Location: Haltwhistle, Northumberland

About our School

North Lakes Children’s Services is a well-established local provider of residential care and education for boys aged 7‑18. We improve the resilience, self‑esteem and abilities of all the young people we work with.

Our school is now an Accredited SILVER Award Attachment and Trauma Sensitive School, and we gained our first Outstanding Ofsted inspection in 2014.

As a Teacher you will be enhancing the learning of pupils who have a wide range of special educational and learning needs. You will also be supporting the teaching staff in enabling the pupils to gain independence, participate fully in the curriculum and the general life of the school. This role will be based at Herdley Bank School.

Role responsibilities

• Responsible for the planning and delivery of high quality lessons within the national curriculum whilst meeting the complex SEMH needs of all pupils.
• Supporting the class team in facilitating learning opportunities and promoting positive behaviours.
• Reporting on pupils’ progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met.
• Supervision of pupils during non‑classroom time including extra‑curricular activities and school trips.
• Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes.

Requirements

• Hold qualified teacher status (QTS).
• Have a strong basic education to degree level.
• Previous successful teaching experience.
• Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting.
• Experience of behaviour management and techniques.
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn.
• Must be willing to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to commencing work.

What we offer

• A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!).
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities.
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision.
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Herdley Bank School.

Herdley Bank School is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Herdley Bank School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.