KS2 (Year 3 or Year 5) Teacher X2 – Fixed Term (First Instance) – Harrow Gate Primary Academy
Working Hours: 32.5 hrs
Working Weeks: 52 weeks
Salary Scale Range: Main Pay Scale
Location: Piper Knowle Road, Stockton on Tees, TS19 8DE
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Fixed Term (first instance)
About the Role
We are looking to appoint an ambitious, reflective and highly committed Key Stage 2 Teacher who is passionate about delivering high-quality education for all. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within a nurturing and inclusive school, where every child is supported to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
At the heart of this role is a deep commitment to adaptive teaching, ensuring that all pupils—including those with SEND, pupils from diverse backgrounds, and our growing EAL community—can access a rich and meaningful curriculum.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, well‑sequenced lessons that reflect current educational research and best practice, ensuring teaching is consistently effective and responsive
- Employ adaptive teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including pupils with SEND and those learning English as an additional language
- Use ongoing formative and summative assessment to inform teaching, close gaps and accelerate progress
- Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment where children feel valued, respected and motivated to learn
- Demonstrate a strong personal drive to build positive, nurturing relationships with pupils, fostering trust, confidence and a sense of belonging
- Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, ensuring the safety and well‑being of all pupils is paramount at all times
Inclusion and Pupil Support
- Work closely with colleagues, families and external agencies to support pupils with additional needs or vulnerabilities, implementing recommendations effectively
- Develop and maintain constructive relationships with parents and carers, including those who may be harder to engage, ensuring clear and supportive communication
- Promote equality, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of school life
Collaboration and Leadership
- Work collaboratively within a team, contributing positively to a supportive and high‑performing staff culture
- Effectively deploy and manage support staff within the classroom to maximise pupil outcomes
- Contribute to curriculum development, school improvement priorities and wider school initiatives
- Engage in professional dialogue and coaching to support both your own development and that of colleagues
Digital and Forward‑Thinking Practice
- Make effective and innovative use of ICT to enhance teaching and learning, in line with a forward‑thinking digital strategy
- Use digital tools to support engagement, assessment and accessibility for all pupils
Professional Expectations
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development, keeping up to date with research and developments in education
- Maintain high expectations of pupil behaviour, achievement and personal development
- Contribute fully to the wider life of the school, including meetings, events and enrichment opportunities
We Are Looking For a Teacher Who
- Has recent experience teaching in Key Stage 2 (Year 3 or Year 5 desirable)
- Has a strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum and how children learn
- Is passionate about raising attainment and improving life chances for all pupils
- Can successfully meet the needs of a diverse cohort, including SEND and EAL learners
- Demonstrates a commitment to high‑quality teaching and continuous professional development
- Builds positive relationships and creates a safe, nurturing learning environment
- Is resilient, reflective and motivated to go above and beyond for children
- Is committed to the school’s ethos, vision and values
What We Can Offer
- We are well‑resourced, have fantastic facilities and school grounds
- Great parents that are very supportive of the work that we do here
- Membership of relevant pension scheme
- Opportunities for development and progression
- Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Lifestyle savings
Working Arrangements
Term Time only plus 5 inset days
Contact Information
For more information, please contact Sam Scott – 01642 673984 to arrange a convenient time.
How to Apply
You can apply for this position by visiting the Enquire Learning Trust website.
Closing Date and Time
Thursday 11th at 15:00
Interview Date
Friday 19th June 2026
DBS/Safeguarding Statement
The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.
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