Job Description

Class Teacher


M3-M6 37,101 - 45,352

Full Time, Whole Time

Temporary - required to cover maternity leave from Monday 5th January 2026 until the date which the substantive member of staff returns



The Governing Body wishes to appoint an outstanding teacher who is enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated to helping us raise standards of achievement in this happy school.



The successful candidate will:

Be passionate about learning, with high expectations of themselves and others Be an excellent classroom practitioner with recent experience either on teaching practice or in a full time post of Early Years Have an ability to plan and teach innovative, creative and effective lessons Be able to use pupil assessment data to set challenging targets in order to narrow gaps in order to make pupil progress Have a clear understanding of the needs of all groups of pupils Have an excellent knowledge of the EYs curriculum Have the ability to work closely and co-operatively as a member of a team Have excellent personal organisational and communication skills Have a flexible approach and be able to think outside of the box



The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.




Applicants must hold a qualification that meets the approved full and relevant criteria for Early Years qualifications and inclusion in staffing ratios.



Closing Date - Friday 07 November 2025 (by 12:00pm)

Shortlisting - Monday 10 November 2025

Interview date: Monday - 17 November 2025

Please return completed applications to the school



We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.



As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.



Sugar Hill Primary School


Sheraton Road,


Newton Aycliffe,


County Durham

DL5 5NU



Tel: 01325 300334

Email: sugarhill@durhamlearning.net

Website: https://www.sugarhill.durham.sch.uk/