Key Stage 2 Teacher

Location: Wyvern Academy, Darlington, County Durham
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time (Part Time considered)
Salary: MPS/UPS

Start Date: September 2026

Join Consilium Academies – Excellence, Equity, Integrity

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher looking to make a real difference? Consilium Academies is seeking a passionate Key Stage 2 Teacher to join Wyvern Academy on its journey to becoming an outstanding school.

At Consilium Academies, we are driven by a clear mission: to provide an excellent education for every student, regardless of background. Our values of excellence, equity, and integrity underpin everything we do, and we are committed to helping both staff and students reach their full potential.

About the Role

As a Key Stage 2 Teacher, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences that inspire and engage pupils. You will:

• Plan and deliver a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to students’ needs
• Assess, monitor, and report on pupil progress and attainment
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to raise standards and outcomes
• Uphold safeguarding, behaviour, and school policies at all times

You will teach primarily across KS2 (with a focus on English and Maths), using a range of teaching strategies and technologies to maximise engagement and achievement.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
• Has strong subject knowledge and understanding of the National Curriculum
• Can motivate, inspire, and challenge pupils of all abilities
• Demonstrates excellent classroom management and organisational skills
• Is committed to inclusion, equality, and high expectations for all
• Works effectively as part of a team and contributes to school life

Experience in teaching and a passion for innovative classroom practice are essential.

Why Join Us?

At Consilium Academies, we invest in our staff as much as our students. You will benefit from:

• Access to our Centre for Professional Learning with tailored CPD opportunities
• A collaborative and supportive Trust network
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• The chance to be part of a values-driven organisation making a real impact

About Wyvern Academy

Wyvern Academy is a welcoming and inclusive school committed to ensuring every child succeeds. We pride ourselves on:

• Delivering a high-quality, relevant curriculum
• Promoting respect, diversity, and equality
• Supporting the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally
• Building strong partnerships with families and the wider community

Safeguarding

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Wyvern Academy, please contact kate.jackson@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is Monday 18^th May 2026

Interviews will take place on a date to be arranged.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.