Vacancy – Class Teacher Fixed Term 1 Year Closing Date: Tuesday 19th May 2026 at 12 Noon

Join Us to Make a Real Difference in a Vibrant, Inclusive Community
Required for September 2026

About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and inspirational teacher to join our team at Larkspur Community Primary School. We are on a journey of improvement and are looking for someone dynamic, passionate, and dedicated to making a real difference for our children.

The successful candidate will will work closely with colleagues to ensure the highest standards of teaching and learning. The ability to work flexibly as part of a team, while demonstrating a positive outlook and attitude, is key to the success of this role.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Will nurture and cherish our children, promoting their safety, wellbeing, and learning.
  • Is ambitious, self-motivated, resilient  and relentless in the pursuit of excellence.
  • Is committed to an inclusive approach, with the belief that all children can succeed.
  • Is a passionate and highly effective teacher, with a proven track record of excellent behaviour management and raising standards.
  • Has experience of working collaboratively to develop the curriculum with proven impact.
  • Understands the need to be a team player, is calm under pressure, and has a good sense of humour.

We can offer:

  • An opportunity to make a real difference for our children, their families and our community.
  • Happy children who are confident, eager to learn and love their school.
  • Established partnerships with community and wider organisations.
  • A positive and caring ethos.
  • A team of dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued.
  • A supportive governing body.
  • A school considerate of your wellbeing.

About Larkspur Community Primary School
Larkspur is a warm, nurturing and ambitious school at the heart of Beacon Lough East—an area facing social and economic challenge but rich in resilience, diversity and community pride. Our children bring curiosity, character and joy every day, and families value the strong relationships we build with them.

We welcome children aged 2–11 and are steadily growing, currently at 160 pupils. Our ethos is rooted in our three core values: Ready, Respect, Resilience. Our curriculum is designed to raise aspirations, develop life skills and celebrate individuality. We are proud of our strong community partnerships, including Greggs and Amazon, and our rich offer of enrichment across the arts, sport, Forest School, music and hands‑on learning. Staff describe Larkspur as supportive, positive and energising—a place where everyone is encouraged to make a meaningful difference.

Application pack can be downloaded below:

Class teacher Job Description May 26Download
Person_Spec_class teacherDownload
Application FormDownload

Could you please return your completed application form along with a supporting statement to the following address:

Mrs K Anglesea, Head Teacher, Larkspur community Primary School, Beacon Lough East, NE9 6SS or email larkspurcommunityprimaryschool@gateshead.gov.uk.

If successful you will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure.

Please supply an email address for each of your referees, all references will be taken up and verified prior to interview.

Closing Date: Tuesday 19th May 2026 at 12 Noon

Shortlisting: Tuesday 19th May 2026

Interviews: Please be available to teach on Thursday 21st May 2026, followed by an interview on Friday 22nd May 2026 if successful.