Class Teacher in Houghton-Le-Spring

Company: Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust

The Class Teacher will plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that meet the needs of all pupils, creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment. They will assess and monitor pupil progress, maintain high expectations for achievement and behaviour, support pupils’ academic, social, emotional and spiritual development, and work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff and parents/carers. The role also involves safeguarding and promoting pupils’ welfare, supporting the Catholic ethos and values of the school, and contributing positively to the wider life of the school community.

We are looking for a qualified teacher with QTS, or someone working towards QTS, and a degree-level qualification or equivalent, with experience of teaching, training or placement work with primary-aged pupils. The successful candidate will have experience of planning and delivering engaging lessons for a range of learners, assessing and monitoring pupil progress, and supporting pupils with SEND through inclusive classroom practice. They will have secure knowledge of the primary curriculum and effective teaching strategies, strong classroom and behaviour management skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents/carers and colleagues. We are looking for someone who is professional, reflective, organised and collaborative, with a strong commitment to safeguarding, high standards of teaching and pupil welfare, and supporting the Catholic ethos and wider life of the school.

Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust