Current Opportunities…

We currently have the following vacancies:-

LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR (2 Posts)

DENE HOUSE PRIMARY SCHOOL, PETERLEE, DURHAM

Grade 1 (SCP 3) £18,065 per annum (pro-rata for part time/term time working)
6.25hrs per week

Dene House Primary School is one of seven schools that form part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. Situated in East Durham, Dene House Primary is a friendly and welcoming school that serves the community within the town of Peterlee. We are looking to appoint two enthusiastic and caring Lunchtime Supervisors to join our team at the Academy. Both posts are to start as soon as possible and are required initially for a one-year period. After which the posts will be reviewed.

The successful candidates will be available to work Post 1 – 11.25am until 12.40pm and Post 2 – 12.15pm until 1.30pm, Monday to Friday during term time. The roles involve helping to care for the children and supervise lunch time activities.
Duties to include:
• Supervising the washing of hands and entry of the children into the dining hall
• Helping generally during the service of the meals
• Assisting pupils where necessary
• Developing and encouraging good table manners
• Actively encouraging pupils in safe, enjoyable games while they are in the playground
• Being responsible for the care and supervision of the children before, during and after the meal from the close of the morning session until the start of the afternoon session
• Assisting in first aid.

Closing date for applications: Friday 2nd October 2020 (Noon)
Interviews will be held on: Monday 12th October 2020

For more information about the role, school or Trust please contact Mrs. Debbie Turnbull, Head Teacher on 0191 5862937.

Applications will only be considered on a Trust application form. An application pack for the post is available via the link below and completed applications must be returned to, office@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk by 12 noon on the closing date.

Tudhoe Learning Trust is committed to promoting the welfare of and safeguarding all children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references and you will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS.

LTS JDPS Jan 2020

LTS Application Form

Application Form Guidance 2019 Criminal record declaration form – exempt from ROA 2019

PREMISES MANAGER

DENE HOUSE PRIMARY SCHOOL, PETERLEE, DURHAM

Grade 5 (SCP 18-22) £19,554 – £21,589) per annum
37hrs per week whole time

Dene House Primary School is one of seven schools that form part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. Situated in East Durham, Dene House Primary is a friendly and welcoming school that serves the community within the town of Peterlee. We are looking to appoint an experienced Premises Manager to join our team at the Academy. The post is required from January 2021 and is permanent.

The successful applicant will be able to:
• Ensure that buildings and site are secure, including during out of school hours and take remedial action as required.
• Daily maintenance of the whole school and cleaning to part.
• Act as the designated key holder for the school premises.
• Operate and regularly check systems such as heating, cooling, lighting and security (including CCTV and alarms).
• Undertake minor repairs (ie. those not requiring, qualified craftsperson) and maintenance of the buildings and site (including painting and decorating).
• Arrange regular maintenance, safety checks and emergency repairs.
• Oversee onsite maintenance contractors, checking that work is completed to required standards and within required timescales.
• Monitor consumables and stock and order when needed through the office staff.
• Undertake general portage duties, including moving furniture and equipment within the school.
• Perform duties in line with health and safety and COSHH regulations and take action where hazards are identified, report serious hazards to The Head Teacher immediately.
• Undertake regular health and safety checks of buildings, grounds, fixtures and fittings, (including compliance with safety regulations) and equipment, in line with other schedules.
• Basic grounds maintenance – snow clearing, salting during adverse weather, litter picking, bin emptying.

Closing date for applications: Friday 9th October 2020 (Noon)

Interviews will be held on: Monday 19th October 2020

For more information about the role, school or Trust please contact Mrs. Debbie Turnbull, Head Teacher on 0191 5862937.

Applications will only be considered on a Trust application form. An application pack for the post is available via the link below. Application forms should be returned to the Trust HR Manager via email at office@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk.

The Trust is committed to promoting the welfare of and safeguarding all children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references and you will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Check.

Job Description Premises Manager Sept 2020

Premises Manager Application Form

Application Form Guidance 2019

Criminal record declaration form – exempt from ROA 2019

CLASS TEACHER

STEPHENSON WAY ACADEMY AND NURSERY SCHOOL, NEWTON AYCLIFFE, DURHAM

M4 – M6 (£30,299 – £35,971)

Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School is one of seven schools that forms part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. Situated in Newton Aycliffe, Durham, SWANS is a friendly and welcoming school that serves the community. We are seeking to appoint an experienced Class Teacher to work within Year 4. The post is required from January 2021 and is permanent.

The successful applicant will be able to:
• Set high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Promote good progress and outcomes for pupils.
• Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge.
• Plan and teach well-structured lessons.
• Adapt teaching and differentiate effectively.
• Be committed to valuing every child.
• Actively be involved in ensuring the very best outcomes for every child putting the needs of children above all else.
• Engage with parents.
• Manage behaviour effectively and in line with school policy.
• Assess accurately.
• Show a commitment to working collaboratively within the Trust.

Closing date for applications: Friday 2nd October 2020 (Noon)

Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 14th October 2020

Due to the disruption from the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be unable to observe the candidates teach, therefore the selection process will be based upon how well the application meets the job description/person specification and a structured panel interview. At interview, you are asked to provide the panel with a Portfolio of evidence of your skills, experience and particularly your work with children. This
could include your classroom environment, pupils’ work, planning, assessments etc. You will be expected to talk the panel through your portfolio for the first 10 minutes of your interview.

For more information about the role, school or Trust please contact Mrs. Tracy Page, Head Teacher on 01325 300324. Visits to the school are welcome and have been scheduled for after school hours on the following dates/times:
• Tuesday 29th September 2020 at 3.30 p.m.
• Thursday 1st October 2020 at 3.3.0 p.m.

To confirm a visit please contact the school directly on the above number.

JD PS Class Teacher

Class Teacher SWANS Application Form

Application Form Guidance 2019

Criminal record declaration form – exempt from ROA 2019

We are always keen to hear from exceptional people. If you think you have what it takes in any of the varied roles we have in our academies then please get in touch at office@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk

How we recruit…

To assess suitability we:

Will usually advertise (internally / externally)
Will always be clear about our commitment to safeguarding
Will always have a clear person specification and job description that is written specifically for that role that contains information about safeguarding
Will always require an application form to be completed
Will NEVER accept a CV
Will always take up references for all shortlisted candidates
Will require references to be independent and verified
Will never accept an open reference
Will always follow a formal selection process to ensure competency
Will keep detailed records (securely) of all our selection processes
Will never make an unconditional offer of employment
Will always require a DBS and will make judgement about what level of disclosure is required according to the post and the type of work involved

Applicants should read all of the information within the advert and all supplementary information very carefully and follow the instructions when applying.

Governance Roles

We are always interested to hear from anyone who is interested in supporting us through our Governance structure. If you have relevant experience, qualification or expertise in education or a profession then please contact us. You can find a Governance Application Form here Trust Governance Application Form and our Governor Code of Conduct can be found here Trust Code of Conduct for Governance 2018-2019 and details of our Governor induction process can be found here Governors Induction Policy.

Please contact office@tudhoelearningtrust.co.uk for more information about recruitment at Tudhoe Learning Trust