Early Years Teacher - St. Mary’s of England Primary School; DND Learning Trust

0.5 Part-Time E.Y. Teacher Vacancy

Job Title: Class Teacher

Position Type: Temporary (Maternity Cover)

Contract Type: Part Time – 0.5 FTE

Salary: Main Scale 1 – 6 (£16,458- £22,676)

Closing Date: Sunday 15 February,2026

Shortlisting: Monday 16 February,2026

Interviews: Wednesday 18 February 2026

We are seeking to appoint a temporary Early Years Class Teacher to join our popular and aspirational school. This post will a 12 month contract starting Monday 20th April 2026.

y’s, we are an inclusive Christian family who learn and grow together. Our vision is to invest in the uniqueness of each individual so every member of our school family can flourish.

The successful candidate will embrace and promote our distinctively Christian vision and values of love, trust and hope. We are proud to be part of the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust.

• A happy and caring school family, where our children and staff are valued and encouraged
• A strong Christian vision
• An exciting professional opportunity in an aspirational and popular school
• Talented, dedicated, friendly staff and academy councillors
• A supportive team and family of academies as part of the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust
• Professional development which will support and challenge you to the best you can be.
• Dedicated pupils who enjoy learning and demonstrate excellent behaviours for learning.

• A teacher with high expectations of all pupils.
• Someone who can demonstrate excellent teaching with strong curriculum knowledge.
• Someone who is passionate about supporting young people to reach their potential.
• A teacher who is enthusiastic, creative and ambitious.
• Someone who is able to contribute effectively to our team

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact: or call

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Application can by made via the My New Term website.