Class Teacher (maternity cover)
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School:
Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust -
Location:
Northumberland -
Salary:
MPS 1-6 (£32,916 - £ 45,352 per annum) -
Hours:
Full time -
Contractual Status:
Temporary -
Closing Date:
4th Jan 2026
Location: St Mary’s Catholic First School, Hencotes, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 2EE
Grade: MPS 1-6 (£32,916 – £ 45,352 p/a)
Hours: Temporary contract (maternity cover) – Full time
Class Teacher (mat cover) – St Mary’s Catholic First School, Hexham
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated teacher to join St Mary’s Catholic First School, Hexham, on a temporary basis, with the potential for extension. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly encouraged to apply.
We are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a thriving community of 48 schools across Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland, and Sunderland. As the largest Catholic education trust in the Northeast, we are committed to providing a supportive and inspiring environment for both staff and pupils.
What We Offer:
✔ Enthusiastic and motivated pupils who love to learn.
✔ A friendly, supportive, and welcoming school community.
✔ A dedicated and collaborative teaching team committed to high standards.
We Are Looking for a Teacher Who:
✔ Ideally has experience working with Early Years / KS1 children in a school setting.
✔ Uses a range of effective teaching and learning strategies to inspire pupils.
✔ Works collaboratively with colleagues to enhance learning experiences.
✔ Delivers engaging and high-quality lessons that motivate students.
✔ Communicates clearly and effectively in a range of contexts.
✔ Demonstrates flexibility, professionalism, and enthusiasm in their role.
If you are passionate about making a difference in children’s education and would love to be part of our vibrant school community, we would love to hear from you!
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: Midnight on Sunday 4th January 2026
Interview date: TBC
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 check will be conducted 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.
