Year 3 Teacher

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

St Paul’s Church of England Primary School in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Year 3 Teacher for a fixed-term role to 31 December 2027. You will deliver high-quality lessons in a warm, faith-centred environment, embracing the school’s caring community and safeguarding ethos.

The successful candidate will support pupils’ academic, social and emotional development, work collaboratively with colleagues, and contribute to the wider life of the school. DBS checks and references apply.

Qualifications

• High expectations for all pupils and commitment to excellent teaching and learning.
• Strong understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum and effective assessment practices.
• Passionate about supporting children’s academic, social and emotional development.
• Ability to create an engaging, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to school life.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Support and promote the Christian vision and values of the school.

Skills

High expectations

KS2 curriculum understanding

Student development

Engaging learning environment

Team collaboration

Communication

Christian ethos alignment

Job description

This is a Voluntary Aided School; the employer will be the Governing body of the School.

St Paul's Church of England Primary School, Victoria Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7JU.

Fixed Term until 31st December 2027.

Are you an inspirational teacher who is passionate about helping children achieve their full potential? Do you thrive in a nurturing, faith-led environment where children, families and staff are valued and supported?

St Paul's Church of England Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 3 Teacher to join our warm and welcoming team. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding practitioner who is committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning, enabling every child to flourish both academically and personally.

At St Paul's, we are proud of our caring and inclusive school community, rooted in a strong Christian ethos. We strive to create an environment where children feel safe, respected and inspired to become confident, compassionate and successful learners.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to excellent teaching and learning.
• Has a strong understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum and effective assessment practices.
• Is passionate about supporting children's academic, social and emotional development.
• Can create an engaging, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team and contributes positively to the wider life of the school.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Supports and promotes the Christian vision and values of St Paul's Church of England Primary School.

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning.
• A dedicated and hardworking staff team committed to excellence.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
• The chance to make a real difference within a school where every member of staff is valued.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Written references will be requested prior to interview, even if alternative preferences are indicated on the application form.

If you are passionate about inspiring young learners and would like to be part of a caring, ambitious and faith-centred school community, we would love to hear from you.

If you have any questions about this role, please email Louise Turnbull, School Business Manager: [e-mail].

Closing Date: Monday 28th September 2026

Interview Date: Monday 5th October 2026