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Teacher

Newcastle City Council

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom£32,916 - £45,352 per annum depending on relevant teaching experience and in accordance with the Teachers' Pay and Conditions.Closes: 12 Jun
Westerhope Primary School
Hillhead Road
Westerhope
NE5 1NE

Required for September 2026 

Fixed term until July 2027, with a view to extending this upon the success of the role


Westerhope Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join our supportive and dynamic team. Our school is committed to providing a high-quality education that inspires and motivates every child to reach their full potential. We are looking for a passionate individual who is eager to make a positive impact on the lives of our pupils who are ‘special and unique’ and contribute to their academic and personal development. If you are an innovative teacher with a strong commitment to fostering a love of learning,
we would love to hear from you!
 
We are looking for a teacher who: 
  • has a record of outstanding classroom teaching
  • can inspire children and ensure they reach their potential
  • is a team player and can work collaboratively with a partner teacher and within a phase
  • is able to lead a subject 
  • can make a contribution to the whole school
  • is interested in continuing professional development and research 

We can offer: 
  • the privilege of working with children who are eager to learn and have excellent behaviour for learning 
  • a caring and supportive school environment where we are always striving to improve our practice and support the development of our staff 
  • dedicated, innovative and supportive staff 
  • wider opportunities through being part of the ONE (Owl North East) Trust  

We warmly welcome and encourage visits to school.

To make an appointment, telephone the school office, on 0191 2674750.

Please note that written references may be taken up and made available to interviewers BEFORE the final selection stage; even if you indicate otherwise. 

Westerhope Primary has Academy status and is one of eight schools within ONE (Owl North East) Trust, which is committed to providing the highest quality support for teaching and learning; the employer will be the Trust.

You will be based at Westerhope Primary School. At the request of the ONE Trust, you may be required to conduct your duties elsewhere to facilitate learning or social activities off the school premises. The Trust reserves the right to change your area of work, temporarily or otherwise, as may be required, subject to reasonable notice and prior consultation with you.
 
Safeguarding Statement 

Westerhope Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and all candidates will be subject to online checks. You will be responsible for the safety and welfare of the children in your care in line with KCSIE 2025.

To obtain an application pack, please visit the school website Home | Westerhope Primary School ‘About us’ – ‘Vacancies’.

All applications must be returned by post or delivered directly to school (not by email). 

Closing date: Friday 12th June (noon) 2026

Lesson observations and Interviews: Thursday 18th and Friday 19th June 2026