ALLENDALE PRIMARY SCHOOL
Fixed Term Contract from January to July 2027
Part Time 0.4
MPS - UPS
£34,069 - £52,835 FTE
Allendale Primary School is a small rural Primary School, at the heart of the community, situated within an area of outstanding natural beauty. We have enthusiastic and friendly children who show a desire to learn and deserve the very best opportunities that we can offer. We have a small but very dedicated and hardworking staff, supported by our very active governing body, PTFA and parents.
Further information about the school, and our latest policies including those linked to safeguarding, can be found on our website: www.allendaleprimary.northumberland.sch.uk
Our governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, hard working and excellent KS2 classroom teacher to join their very successful team, part-time, from 4th January 2027 until 21st July 2027. This is a fixed term contract to assist with a temporary increase in workload.
- Inspire learning and motivate children by way of a cross curricular approach.
- Maintain a caring, friendly and supportive learning environment, in line with our therapeutic approach to the environment.
- Have the highest expectations of pupil performance.
- Meet the individual needs of our children ensuring outstanding progress in their learning.
- Have excellent classroom management skills.
- Support the school’s positive behaviour code and reward system.
- Be a confident and inspirational role model for our children.
- Have experience of meeting a range of Special Educational Needs, including autism, ADHD and social and emotional needs.
- Be able to work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues.
- Be prepared to contribute to the wider life of the school and enhance enrichment activities for our children.
- Have infinite patience and a sense of humour.
In return we can offer an exciting opportunity to be a part of our nurturing and vibrant community.
We are strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. If you are invited for interview, you will be required to disclose convictions that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Certain spent convictions and cautions will be ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed. Full details on protected convictions and information about which convictions must be declared during job applications can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. You will be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure and Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. This role will include Regulated Activities and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure is required for this post.
Informal discussions or visits to the school prior to interview are encouraged. Please contact Mrs J Clarke or Mrs J Armstrong, Admin Managers, to arrange a visit.
Tel: 01434 683376
Closing Date: 12pm on Tuesday 5th November 2026
Headteacher: Mr P Vincent,
Allendale Primary School, Allendale, Northumberland NE47 9PS
e-mail: admin@allendaleprimary.northumberland.sch.uk
website: www.allendaleprimary.northumberland.sch.uk
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KS2 Teacher in North East employer: North East Combined Authority
Northumberland County Council is an excellent employer for those seeking flexible and meaningful work opportunities within the community. As part of the Staff Bank, you will enjoy a supportive work culture that values diversity and offers training to enhance your skills, all while contributing to the maintenance of local housing. With a focus on employee growth and a commitment to equal opportunities, this role provides a unique chance to make a positive impact in the Blyth area.
Contact Details:
North East Combined Authority Recruitment Team