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Primary School Class Teacher
M1-UPS3 (£32,916  - £52,149)
Permanent, Full-time Contract to begin in September 2026.
 
The Governors of this happy and successful school seek to appoint a committed and suitably qualified classroom teacher, who can provide exciting, stimulating lessons and an outstanding learning experience for our pupils.
 
The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner who is kind, enthusiastic and dedicated. They will:  
•         be hardworking, a good team-player and creative in their approach
•         be passionate about improving outcomes for every child
•         make a valuable contribution to the work of our school
•         be supportive of the school ethos and have very high expectations of all pupils
•         work closely with all members of our team to ensure the very best outcomes for every pupil
•         foster positive relationships with children, parents, governors and staff
•         become fully involved in the life of our school.
 
In return we can offer you:
•         a welcoming, caring school and a supportive environment where everyone is valued
•         happy, polite and friendly pupils who are proud of our school
•         our full support for your ongoing professional development
•         a dedicated and motivated staff team who will welcome and support you in this happy and thriving environment.
 
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. 
 
Our Ofsted report (May, 2025) states that,
 
-         “Pupils are proud to be part of the ‘Finchale family’. This is a friendly and welcoming school. There are high expectations of pupils. The school’s work is underpinned by clear values, such as resilience, inclusivity and kindness, that are lived out every day. Pupils thrive here. They enjoy learning, feel safe and attend very well. Pupils achieve highly.”
 
-         “Staff are very proud to work at the school. They know that leaders consider their well-being and they appreciate that managing their workload is a priority.”
 
Additional information is also available on the school website at https://www.finchale.durham.sch.uk/ or by contacting the school office on 0191 386 5187.
 
 Applicants are welcome and encouraged to visit the school on one of the following dates, by prior appointment:
-  Monday, 27th April at 4.30pm
- Wednesday, 29th April at 9.30am
- Friday, 1st May at 9.30am
- Friday, 1st May at 4.00pm
 
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.
 
Closing date for applications is Wednesday, 6th May, 2026- 9am
Interview date: Observations of Teaching: Afternoons of the Week Beginning 11th May, 2026   
Interviews: Friday, 15th May, 2026 or Wednesday, 20th May, 2026
 
Finchale Primary School
Canterbury Road, Durham, DH1 5XT
 
Tel: 0191 386 5187
Email: Finchale@durhamlearning.net
 

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £32,916- £51,048

Location: Durham, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant