Jobs

Class Teacher
MPS 2-6
£34,823 - £45,352
Permanent, Full Time
Required for 1st September 2026

The Governors at Dean Bank Primary and Nursery School wish to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated class teacher who will play an important role in the teaching and learning of pupils at Dean Bank. The successful candidate will become part of a committed team who are striving to bring about rapid change for the pupils at our school.

The children need a teacher who will take an interest in them as individuals and who will ensure that they make excellent progress by making learning exciting and memorable.

Our happy children, staff and governors are seeking a class teacher who is: 
• A passionate and resourceful practitioner who ensures pupils make strong progress 
• A reflective classroom practitioner who is highly motivated about teaching and committed to life-long learning
• Ready to expand their experience, knowledge and skills
• A team player with good communication and interpersonal skills 
• Committed to the development of a curriculum by embracing new ideas 
• Caring and will support our children’s academic and personal development 
• Have high expectations of all pupils 
• Be prepared to support the values of our school.
 
We can offer 
• A caring, warm and inclusive ethos 
• Hard working, motivated, dedicated Staff and Governors who are supportive of each other 
• Enthusiastic, polite and friendly children who are eager to learn  
• An inclusive school, where high standards are valued? 
• A personalised professional development plan, supported by coaching and mentoring designed to enhance practice and to prepare all staff for career progression.? 

Electronic application packs are available from the school office, please e-mail: deanbank@durhamlearning.net

Application forms must be returned to the Headteacher via email to deanbank@durhamlearning.net

Completed forms should be returned to the school by 12 noon on Friday 15th May 2026 

Shortlisting: Friday 15th May 2026
Interviews:  Wednesday 20th May 2026

Visits to the school are encouraged on the dates/times below. Visits outside of the below dates/times can be arranged by contacting the school office where will do our best to accommodate.

- Wednesday 6th May – 4pm
- Friday 8th May – 4pm 

In line with the County Council’s Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short listing purposes.

Where our roles are customer facing and you are required to speak to members of the public, the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

The Governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and appropriate references.

Durham County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We want to develop a more diverse workforce and we positively welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

Applicants with disabilities will be invited for interview if the essential job criteria are met.
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

This post is not open to job share.

Dean Bank Primary School
Dean Bank 
Ferryhill 
DL178PP

Tel:  01740651512
Email:  deanbank@durhamlearning.net
Website:  https://deanbank.durham.sch.uk/

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £34,823 - £45,352 pro rata

Location: Ferryhill, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant