Canning Street Primary School
Wellfield Rd
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 8PA

Fixed Term initially until 31st August 2027

Required for 2nd November 2026 (or as soon after), an experienced teacher to join our friendly, hard working and committed team of professionals.

Applicants must have successful teaching experience beyond ECT induction and be able to demonstrate a strong track record of securing excellent outcomes for pupils.

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis initially, with the potential to become permanent.

Are you diligent, hard-working and driven?
Do you believe that ALL children deserve a fantastic start to their education?
Do you want to widen your skillset by working in a truly multicultural school with over 26 languages spoken?
Do you want to be part of a team that thrives on self-improvement, creativity and a can-do attitude?
Do you want to teach in a vibrant, happy environment, well-resourced with the latest technology?
Do you have what it takes to inspire and excite children with outstanding teaching?

If so, we want to hear from you….

We can offer you:

Happy and well-behaved children who thrive on challenge.
A pleasant, modern work environment.Fantastic, supportive colleagues who take pride in sharing excellent practice across school.
Talented subject leaders to offer support and ideas.
Opportunities for high quality CPD.
A management team who prioritise staff wellbeing and work/life balance.

If you feel you have skills we require, we would love to hear from you.

Canning Street Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment of the successful applicant will depend upon receipt of an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and a range of other recruitment checks.

Application forms and further information are available on our website: www.canning.newcastle.sch.uk or can be requested by emailing the school at recruitment@canning.newcastle.sch.uk

We welcome visits to the school. Please contact the school to reserve a place or arrange a visit.
We will be hosting tours on:

Tuesday 15th September – 4.15pm
Monday 21st September – 1.30pm

Please return your completed Application form and Safer Recruitment form by email to: recruitment@canning.newcastle.sch.uk, by post with sufficient postage paid, or deliver in person to the School Office.

Closing Date: Friday 25th September at 2pm
Observations and interviews: Week Beginning 5th October 2026

If you have not heard anything by Monday 5th October, please assume that you have been unsuccessful, and we thank you for your interest in the post.