Vacancy – Part Time Class Teacher 0.5 for Year 1 and 2 mixed class Closing date – 12 noon Monday 8 December 2025

Temporary post until July 2026. Part time – 5 sessions per week, Grade of Post: MPS 1 – UPS 3 £31,650 – £49,084 per annum. Required as soon as possible, subject to all clearances being in place.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a committed and inspirational part-time 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 teach a Year 1/2 mixed class for five sessions per week, Monday to Wednesday and 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, 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.
  • Has experience of teaching phonics.

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.

Application packs can be downloaded below or available by emailing the school office larkspurcommunityprimaryschool@gateshead.gov.uk

Part Time Class Teacher 0.5 Job DescriptionDownload
Part Time Class Teacher 0.5 Person SpecificationDownload
Application FormDownload

Could you please return your completed application form along (no online applications) with a supporting statement to the following address:

Mrs K Anglesea

Head Teacher

Larkspur community Primary School

Beacon Lough East

NE9 6SS

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

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

Closing Date: 12 noon Monday 8 December 2025

Shortlisting to take place: Monday 8 December 2025

Interview Date: Week Commencing 15th December 2025