Jobs

Required to start 1st September 2026.
 
We ARE Etherley Lane and we are an exciting place to be!
Etherley Lane is a forward thinking nursery in Bishop Auckland – we strive to provide the very best for our children and their families every day.

We require a class teacher to join our team across our nursery setting.
 
The Governors of Etherley Lane are seeking to appoint a passionate, committed and skilled class teacher to join our successful, dedicated staff team in our nurturing and vibrant nursery.
 
We are looking for someone who is hard working, passionate and committed to supporting all children to achieve their potential. A teacher who children will remember and be inspired by long after they have left Etherley Lane.
 
We want the very best for our children – so if you’re prepared to sing at the top of your voice, be creative, bring learning to life, give it your all… and all because it makes the children smile – then Etherley Lane is for you! 
 
We are lucky to have a dynamic staff team who support and lead each other in the development of the whole school and make a valued contribution to all aspects of school life – we never use the word team lightly – we know that being a team means; we have shared aims and we do things for each other, together and individually to ensure the best for everyone. 
 
The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner who is caring, enthusiastic and dedicated.
 
They will:
• work closely with all members of our team to ensure the very best outcomes for every pupil
• have high expectations for all children
• foster positive relationships with children, parents, governors and staff
• be fully involved in the life of our school
 
Applicants must hold a qualification that meets the approved ‘full and relevant’ criteria for Early Years qualifications and inclusion in staffing ratios.
 
Visits to our nursery are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01388 603105 or email the office at etherleylane@durhamlearning.net to arrange a visit.
 
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 shortlisting purposes.
 
An application form and further information is attached to this webpage. Please download this and return your application directly to the school by emailing: etherleylane@durhamlearning.net
 
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
 
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.
 
Closing date for applications is Friday 26th June 2026 @ 10am
Interview date: Week commencing 29/06/2026
 
Etherley Lane Nursery School 
Hazel Grove, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7RF
 
Tel: 01388 603105
Email: etherleylane@durhamlearning.net

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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: £32,916- £45,352

Location: Durham, Durham

Sector: Education

Job Role: Teaching Assistant