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Primary School teacher - full time

Job details
Posting date: 07 May 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 21 May 2026
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE15 8PD
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 41c1d350-32c0-4c58-b365-4b5b7d28ef06

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking applications from innovative and forward thinking teachers, who are flexible, with a resilient attitude to challenge and develop each individual. You will, have the interpersonal skills to model empathy, respect, trust, courage and gratitude to further continue the school’s high standards and ethos.

We would particularly welcome applications from teachers with an interest in science and/or Art.

The post will be in Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2 (depending on the experience of the successful candidate) and will be fixed term for one year initially with the possibility of extension.

Candidates should want to make a significant contribution to the school's ongoing success by bringing new ideas, initiative and a commitment to raising standards.

Candidates should want our children to feel a strong self of belonging and provide high quality teaching that supports their achievement across the curriculums and beyond.

Please make explicit within your application:

• your teaching experience from previous posts by year group,
• the duration of your teaching experiences,
• any subject specialisms or areas of interest that you could bring to the school.

What the school offers its staff

Newburn Manor Primary is a small, one form entry school in the outer west of the Newcastle. We have been at the heart of the local community since 1890, making us the oldest Primary School in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne. We are currently graded as good in all areas by Ofsted and consistently achieve results above the national average by the end of Key stage 2.

As part of the Newburn Manor Primary team, you will be part of ONE (OWL North East) Trust, alongside seven other primary schools in the Outer West of Newcastle upon Tyne. This Trust is a collaborative and forward-thinking group of schools, which works to continue to improve the lives and educational outcomes of children across the Outer West.

You will be employed by ONE Academy Trust to work at Newburn Manor Primary School and any other location which may reasonably be required by theBoard of Trustees for the proper performance and exercise of your duties. This is subject to reasonable notice and prior consultation with you.This school is strongly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and a range of other recruitment checks. In addition, for shortlisted candidates, the school will be carrying out an online search as part of our due diligence process. Please see the copy of our Safer Recruitment Policy and the copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which are on the ONE Trust and school’s website.

Further details about the role

Email:office@newburnmps.co.uk

Tel: 0191 2674533

Please email the address above to request to join one of our school visits:

• Monday 11th May, 4.00pm
• Tuesday 12th May, 4.00pm

Closing Date: Thursday 21st May at 12noon

Please note: We do not accept applications by email. All applications must be received via the electronic application on the DfE Teaching Vacancies website or use the Word version of the application and submit it by hand or post to school

Shortlisting: Friday 29th May 2026 (shortlisted candidates will be informed on this date)

Observations: Thursday 4th June 2026

Interviews: Friday 5th June 2026

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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