Class Teacher (0.4 FTE) (Maternity Cover)
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School:
Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust -
Location:
County Durham -
Salary:
MPS/UPS (£32,916 - £51,048 per annum, pro rata) -
Hours:
0.4 FTE, Maternity Cover -
Contractual Status:
Fixed term -
Closing Date:
28th Oct 2026
Location: St Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary, Ropery Lane, Chester-Le-Street, DH3 3PH
Grade: MPS 1-6 / UPS 1-3 (£32,916 to £51,048 per annum)
Hours: 2 days, Fixed Term {2 terms, Maternity cover)
St Cuthbert’s is a caring, friendly, happy school with children who are proud of their school. We are a dedicated and caring staff who are supportive to all. We are enthusiastic in delivering a vibrant curriculum and developing the whole child as they grow.
We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England, which has a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive, and growing team.
We would like to appoint a highly motivated, creative class teacher to join our enthusiastic and supportive team at St. Cuthbert’s for 2 terms to cover maternity leave.
We are seeking an individual who:
- Is a practising Catholic or who is willing to support the Catholic ethos of our school
- Is an inspirational and motivated teacher who demonstrates outstanding practice in Key Stage 2
- Can create a stimulating, organised and interactive learning environment
- Has highly effective communication skills and a commitment to working collaboratively
- Is prepared to be involved in all aspects of school life
The successful candidate will have:
- Classroom experience in Key Stage 2
- Knowledge of the Key Stage 2 curriculum
- High expectations of all children in achievement and behaviour
- Experience of working with EAL and SEND children
- Knowledge of a range of teaching and learning stylesFor an application form and further details about this vacancy please visit our website http://bwcet.com/vacancies/ where applications can be completed online.
Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact the school office to make an appointment.
For an application form and further details about this vacancy please visit our website http://bwcet.com/vacancies/ where applications can be completed online.
Closing date: Noon on Wednesday 28th October 2026
Shortlisting date: Monday 2nd November 2026
Interview date: Friday 6th November 2026
The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust
At Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, our mission is clear: enabling all to flourish. Inspired by our Catholic faith and values, we are dedicated to nurturing the whole child – spiritually, academically, and personally – so that every young person is given the opportunity to thrive.
We are proud to be a family of 48 schools working in partnership with our Diocese, directors, governors and school leaders. Together, we are committed to preserving and protecting Catholic education, ensuring its strength, sustainability, and accessibility for generations to come.
Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust supports and partners with five secondary schools, one middle school, one first school and forty-one primary schools in the west of our Diocese. Our designated schools are located in four different Local Authorities: Northumberland, Gateshead, Sunderland and Durham.
