Teacher

Ref: SCH- NALP-0003
Establishment: The Rydal Academy Location: Darlington Salary: 31,650.00 - 43,607.00 Department: Teaching Job Type: Full Time Key Stage: Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Closing Date: 03/03/2025 12:00 Interview Date: 11/03/2025 Start Date: 1st September 2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 32.50 Weeks per Year: 52.142 Pay Grade: Main Pay Range 1 to 6

The Role

We require, enthusiastic and skilled teachers to join our team in a large, unique and diverse primary school and nursery which puts pupils and the school community at its heart. We are looking for a creative, adaptable and reflective practitioner who uses the latest research to support all pupil groups.  


In return we can offer high quality in-house coaching and mentoring; access to a wide range of professional development opportunities; regular opportunities to work with Initial Teacher Training providers; access to trust and local networks and professional development; access to Darlington networks; an exceptional curriculum; a highly supportive and collaborative staff; amazing children. 


For further information or to discuss the post please contact Mr John Armitage (Headteacher) on 01325 380784 or by e-mail to jarmitage@rydal.nalp.org.uk   


If you have any difficulties completing the on-line application form, please contact the Schools HR Team on schoolshr@nalp.org.uk


Qualifications

Qualification Title Grade
Good Honours Degree
Essential
Qualified Teacher Status for Primary Education
Essential

Skills

Special Requirements
Well-presented letter outlining skills, experience and educational philosophy
Essential
Relevant Skills
Understanding of age-related expectations
Essential
Understanding and commitment to raising standards, target setting and reviewing performance
Essential
Ability to plan effectively using the NC and other frameworks
Essential
Experience
Successful school experience demonstrated through work or teaching practice
Essential
Evidence of the ability to create a successful and inspirational classroom environment
Essential
Experience of contributing to the extra-curricular provision of a school
Essential
Evidence of recent relevant CPD
Essential
Understanding of current education theory and research
Essential
Understanding of the features of effective teaching and learning
Essential
Personal Attributes
High level of personal effectiveness including good organisational, planning and prioritisation skills and ability to meet deadlines
Essential

Related Documents

Rydal Acdemy - Teacher Job Outline & Person Specification Teacher - JD&PS.docx Download

Safeguarding Information

An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give Northern Arch Learning Partnership consent to check their status if they are registered with the DBS Update Service. The Trust complies with the Code of Practice issued by the Disclosure and Barring Service. 

An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that may arise during this search at interview.

The Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

The Rydal Academy

Rydal Road
Darlington
Durham
DL1 4BH

John Armitage

https://rydal.nalp.org.uk/
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