Job Description

Class Teacher


Required from January 2026



The Governors and Headteacher at Kells Lane Primary School are seeking to appoint a creative and enthusiastic class teacher to join our school from January 2026. We are looking for someone who:


Is an excellent practitioner with high expectations of themselves and their pupils Has a passion for creating an innovative and imaginative classroom ethos, creating a child-centred curriculum and learning environment Has successful experience of planning, teaching and assessing within Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 Works well as part of a team and is willing to participate fully in all aspects of school life Can inspire children to learn in new and exciting ways Is passionate about enabling good progress for every child Is committed to their own professional development


In return, we can offer you:

Wonderful children and a supportive parental community A friendly and forward-thinking senior leadership team dedicated to supporting your continuing professional development A fully supportive ECT package A culture of support and feedback for staff A supportive and inclusive team of staff who have excellent relationships with one another and the children in our school Opportunities to lead a curriculum area at a whole school level A clear marking and feedback policy to support a positive work-life balance Option of working from home 1 day per fortnight

Kells Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils.



If successful, you will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.



Visits to the school are warmly welcomed on Monday 13th October at 4pm. Please book a place by contacting Tracey Skinner, School Business Manager on 0191 4334143 or email TraceySkinner@klps.org.uk



Closing date for applications: 12pm Friday 17th October 2025



Shortlisting will take place the week commencing 20th October 2025



Only candidates successful in being shortlisted will be contacted



Interviews will take place Thursday 6th November



On-line application forms only from www.gateshead.gov.uk