Early Years Class Teacher

Early Years Class Teacher

Full-Time No working from home possible
SMART Multi Academy Trust

North Fawdon Primary School

Brotherlee Road

Fawdon

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE3 2SL

Fixed Term to 31 August 2027

At Smart Multi Academy Trust we provide a high quality, bespoke education full of the best opportunities and experiences to help every child learn, be happy and ultimately successful in life.

We are a family of 10 primary schools and we share a collective vision for excellence in education. We believe passionately that the children within our communities deserve nothing less than the very best of opportunities and experiences to become successful citizens and lifelong learners able to lead happy, fulfilling and healthy lives. We live by our vision and values every day in all aspects of what we do and its important anyone joining the Trust does as well.

North Fawdon is a diverse and inclusive school in Newcastle, proud of its strong community and nurturing ethos. Following our November 2025 Ofsted inspection, the school was judged good in all areas. “North Fawdon Primary School is a highly inclusive, welcoming school. It is in the heart of the local community and pupils feel safe, valued and happy”.

Smart are recruiting for a 0.5fte Early Years Unit Class Teacher at North Fawdon Primary School.

The ideal candidate would have:

  • Commitment to the ethos of the school
  • The ability to demonstrate excellence in teaching and learning
  • The ability to work as part of a team effectively
  • The ability to establish excellent relationships with children and parents, promoting aspirational achievement and progress for all groups of pupils including children with Special Educational Needs

We can offer you:

  • Enthusiastic children who are curious, independent learners
  • Excellent personal and professional development opportunities
  • An experienced and talented team of staff with a supportive Trustees and wider School / community
  • The opportunity to be involved in the wider life of our Trust
  • Attractive salaries
  • Access to the membership of Teacher Pension Scheme (TPS) (where applicable) and other attractive benefits
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which offers a range of services such as Counselling and Physiotherapy.
  • Opportunity for flexible working, where appropriate.
  • Salary sacrifice schemes including childcare vouchers, cycle to work and car leasing
  • Learning and development tailored to your role

The successful candidate will be subject to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (2025) legislation.

Your principal place of work will be North Fawdon Primary School but you may be required to work at other Trust sites within Smart Multi Academy Trust, within reason.

Closing date: 12noon 5 October 2026

Shortlisting date: 4pm 5 October 2026

Interview date is likely to be: 4-15 October 2026

Applications should be returned to: EPM via MS forms

Please note EPM Ltd are managing the vacancy on behalf of Smart Multi Academy Trust.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Early Years Class Teacher employer: SMART Multi Academy Trust

Stephenson Memorial Primary School, part of the SMART Multi Academy Trust, is an excellent employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a focus on employee growth, we offer tailored learning and development opportunities, alongside attractive benefits such as access to health services and a Local Government Pension Scheme. Joining our dedicated Estates Department means being part of a team committed to creating a positive learning environment for our pupils and staff, all while enjoying the flexibility and support that comes with working in a thriving educational setting.

SMART Multi Academy Trust

Contact Details:

SMART Multi Academy Trust Recruitment Team