Primary Teacher

Ripple Education; South Shields; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday pay

Training & development

Job summary

Ripple Education is seeking a qualified Primary Teacher for South Shields and surrounding areas. The role offers flexible and long-term opportunities through a supportive agency that values safeguarding and high-quality teaching.

You will plan, deliver and assess learning across the primary curriculum, building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and the wider school community. The role suits experienced teachers and ECTs seeking varied placements.

Qualifications

• QTS with primary teaching experience.
• Strong planning, assessment and curriculum knowledge.
• Clear safeguarding understanding and professional standards.
• Ability to adapt teaching to different school environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Create a positive, safe learning environment for pupils.
• Adapt teaching to meet individual learner needs and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and school staff to support pupil progress.

Skills

QTS experience

Primary teaching

Classroom management

Planning and assessment

Safeguarding knowledge

Relationship building

Flexible & proactive work style

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Primary Teacher - South ShieldsPrimary Schools | Flexible & Long-Term OpportunitiesAre you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for work in South Shields and the surrounding area?Ripple Education is a local education recruitment agency working with schools, nurseries and specialist settings across the North East. We believe in finding the right person, not just a person, for every setting. Children are at the heart of every decision we make.We're looking for passionate and committed Primary Teachers who want to make a positive difference to children's learning and school experience.Whether you're looking for flexible supply work, a better work-life balance or your next long-term position, we'll take the time to get to know you and match you with opportunities that suit your experience and availability.Why work with Ripple?Weekly pay and holiday payFlexible and long-term opportunitiesAccess to training and professional developmentA friendly, supportive team who get to know youSupport from experienced teachers and education professionalsPlacements matched to your skills, experience and availabilityWant to know what it's really like working with Ripple? Take a look at our Google reviews and hear directly from the team who work with us.What we're looking forYou'll ideally have:Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)Experience teaching within a primary schoolHigh expectations for all pupilsStrong classroom management skillsA good understanding of planning, assessment and the primary curriculumA thorough understanding of safeguardingThe ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and the wider school communityA flexible and proactive approach to working in different school environmentsWe welcome applications from experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).The roleDepending on the placement, you may:Deliver engaging and inclusive lessons across the primary curriculumCreate a positive and safe learning environmentAdapt teaching to meet the individual needs of pupilsAssess learning and provide appropriate feedbackWork collaboratively with teaching assistants and other school staffFollow individual school policies, procedures and expectationsFollow school and Ripple Education safeguarding procedures at all timesSafer Recruitment RequirementsWe take our responsibility to safeguard children extremely seriously. All applicants must fully engage with Ripple Education's rigorous and robust safer recruitment process before they can be considered for work.This includes, but is not limited to:Enhanced Child Workforce DBS and relevant barred list checksFull employment and education history, including explanations for any gapsSuitable professional referencesRight to Work and identity checksQualification and professional status checks, including relevant teacher status and prohibition checksSafeguarding and suitability declarationsApplicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please note, Ripple Education is unable to offer visa sponsorship.Our recruitment process is intentionally thorough because the safety and welfare of children will always come first.Ready to join Ripple?Apply today with your CV, or complete our application form directly:https://hub.rocket-recruitment.co.uk/ripple-educationAs part of our commitment to safer recruitment, a full application form must be completed before interview.Ripple Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.Together, we can create ripples of positivity in education.