Key Stage 1 Class Teacher - Lingey House Primary School in Gateshead

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Job title M085662 - Key Stage 1 Class Teacher - Lingey House Primary School Job reference REQ0008283 Date posted 30/09/2026 Application closing date 07/10/2026 Location Blank Salary TemporaryFull Time - 10 SessionsPer Week.MPS 1 - MPS 6£32,916 - £45,352 per annum, pay award pending Package Temporary - Maternity CoverFull Time - 10 SessionsMPS 1 - MPS 6 £32,916 - £45,652 per annum - Pay Award Pending Contractual hours Blank Basis Blank Job category/type Schools - Teaching Attachments Key Stage 1 Class Teacher Personal Specification - Temporary Maternity Cover - November 2026.pdf Key Stage 1 Class Teacher Job Profile - Temporary Maternity Cover - November 2026.pdf Key Stage 1 Class Teacher - Application Form - Temporary Maternity Cover - November 2026.doc Job description

Job description

Required for 2 nd November 2026 or as soon as possible after this date, subject to all clearances being in place.

The children, staff and governors of Lingey House Primary School are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and reflective teacher (M1–M6) to join our Year 2 team for maternity cover.

Lingey House is a nurturing and inclusive school where relationships, belonging, high expectations and outcomes for children are central to everything we do. Our core values of Respect, Resilience, Nurture, Kindness and Individuality underpin our curriculum, our relationships and our work with families. We are committed to creating a calm, supportive environment where children feel safe, valued and able to achieve and thrive.

We are looking for a teacher who shares our values and is passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and families. Applicants should have experience of teaching in Key Stage 1 and be able to build positive relationships, create engaging learning experiences and support children to flourish both academically and personally.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate strong classroom practice and a commitment to continuous improvement.




• Have experience of teaching in Key Stage 1, ideally in Year 2.




• Have high expectations for all pupils.




• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.




• Be committed to inclusion, nurture and relational practice.




• Understand the importance of belonging, wellbeing and personal development alongside academic achievement.




• Use assessment effectively to support learning and progress.




• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.




• Be reflective, proactive and willing to learn.

We can offer:

• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school community.




• Friendly and dedicated colleagues who work collaboratively.




• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.




• Children who are full of character, curiosity and potential.




• A school culture rooted in nurture, inclusion, belonging and high expectations.




• Opportunities to develop professionally and contribute to school improvement.




• A leadership team that values relationships, teamwork and staff development.

Lingey House Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. If successful, you will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

Please supply an email address for each of your referees, all references will be taken up and verified prior to interview.

As part of our safer recruitment procedures, School will conduct online searches of all shortlisted candidates. Any concerns identified during the search will be discussed with each candidate at interview.

Closing date: 12 noon Wednesday 7 th October 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 12 th October 2026

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