Year 4 Class Teacher (2960 )

Cumbria; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Carlisle is seeking a dedicated Year 4 Class Teacher to join their supportive team. The ideal candidate will deliver innovative lessons, maintain high expectations, and foster a nurturing environment for students. Applications are encouraged from those with Qualified Teacher Status and a passion for teaching. This permanent role contracts at 0.8 FTE, with a closing date for applications on March 28, 2025.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Engaging and enthusiastic students

Qualifications

• Track record of delivering good or outstanding outcomes for children.
• Commitment to professional development and high expectations.
• Experience in creating engaging lessons.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons in Year 4.
• Utilize assessment to enhance teaching methods.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and parents.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Innovative teaching approaches

Understanding of assessment

Mentorship and professional development

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

The Governors of Newlaithes Junior School are seeking to appoint an outstanding practitioner to teach in our great school. We are looking for a teacher who has a love of learning as well as teaching, a teacher who is committed, dynamic, creative, caring and nurturing. Our children are enthusiastic, sporty, creative and a delight to know. We are a team of very supportive colleagues, parents and Governors who would make you feel very welcome. We have high expectations and we want someone who is going to take a real pride in their work and love being part of our school family.

Closing date for applications: Friday 28 March 2025

Employer: Cumberland Council

About Us

Newlaithes Junior School is a welcoming, inclusive, and forward-thinking school that places children\'s well-being and success at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported in their learning journey.

The Role

As the Year 4 Class Teacher, you will:

• Have a track record of delivering good or outstanding outcomes for children relative to the stage in your career
• Be innovative in your approaches, delivering engaging and exciting lessons
• Have a secure understanding of assessment and be able to place this at the centre of your teaching
• Have a “can do” mentality with a desire to overcome challenge
• Be a team-player with good communication and inter-personal skills
• Most importantly, be committed to professional development and have high expectations of your own practice

Year 4 Class Teacher Contract: 0.8, Permanent

We Offer

• Wonderful children, who are enthusiastic and keen to learn
• A welcoming, supportive work environment, with high expectations and support
• An inclusive school, where high standards and excellence are valued
• Staff that work wholeheartedly as a team to deliver the best possible outcomes for our families
• A supportive leadership team, committed to developing Newlaithes Junior School into an outstanding place to work and learn
• Fantastic grounds and resources to support teaching and learning

We aim for, “Inspirational Learning, Aspirational Children.”

How to Apply

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged; please contact the school office on 01228 512768 to arrange an appointment.

An application form and further details can be found on our website – https://www.newlaithes.com . Please send your completed application form and a covering letter, marked Confidential: for the attention of the Head Teacher to [e-mail], by 12:00 noon Friday 28th March, 2025. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Join us at Newlaithes Junior School and help every child achieve their full potential!

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 2nd April, 2025

Newlaithes Junior School
Langrigg Road
Carlisle
CA2 6DX