Facilities Team Members

Responsible to: The Facilities and Welfare Manager
Hours: Permanent. Full time (37 hours/week, 5 days/week) full year, although requests for part-time working will be considered

There are likely to be three shift patterns: early, mid and late. Depending on preferences and availability, these will be allocated or worked in a rota

To facilitate some of our external lettings, flexibility for later finishes and/or weekend hours is required. Time off in lieu is operated

We are looking for enthusiastic, adaptable individuals to join our friendly Facilities/Site Team to provide maintenance and security for the school site. Ideally, these roles are full time; however, part-time requests will be considered at interview.

The Facilities Team looks after the school’s buildings and the outdoor environment. Working closely with the Facilities and Welfare Manager, and depending on the shift worked, the role of the Facilities Team Members includes:

•    opening and locking up at the start and end of the day 
•    carrying out risk assessments and scheduled inspections to ensure compliance with legislation and national regulations 
•    booking and supervising contractors
•    supporting with the general maintenance of school buildings.

Full training will be given in all aspects of the role and we are keen to encourage a wide range of applications.

The successful candidates will be self-motivated, able to manage their own workload and have the flexibility to meet tight deadlines and to deal with unexpected situations. Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and general DIY knowledge/skills would be an advantage but are not essential as full training will be given. A clean, current driving licence is desirable.

Ullswater Community College (UCC) is an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability or age (as long as you’re over 18).

You should have a practical approach to work; relevant experience is desirable but not essential as appropriate training will be provided.

Full job details and comprehensive information about the school can be found on the website (www.ullswatercc.co.uk).

About Ullswater Community College

This is an exciting time to join UCC – we have been approved in Phase 2 of the School Building Programme and are looking forward to new premises in the near future.

UCC is a friendly, supportive employer with a lot to offer its employees. Benefits include:

•    Starting holiday allowance of 25 days, rising to 31 days after 5 years
•    Membership of a staff wellbeing programme
•    Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme – a defined benefit scheme with generous employer contributions
•    Cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme
•    Free eye-test scheme
•    A welcoming and supportive community where staff really do matter and with a Staff Wellbeing group that is an integral part of the school culture

To apply: please download an application form and equalities and diversity form from our website, where full job details and comprehensive information about the school can also be found. Contact us at hr@ullswatercc.co.uk with any queries.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 23 September 2024

UCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Employment at UCC is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means that certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed; if they are disclosed, the school cannot take them into account.

We regret that only successful applicants will be contacted.
 

Start date: as soon as possible until 4th April 2025 due to pupil numbers (potential for the role to be extended)

Due to an increase in pupil numbers we are recruiting for a Temporary Full Time Teaching Assistant (37 hours) term time only
Hours are negotiable, Part-Time also considered.

The successful candidate will need a relevant Level 3 or equivalent qualification. 

We are looking for someone who:
•    Has experience of working within an EYFS classroom.
•    Empathises with the distinctive Christian vison and values of Culgaith CE School, striving to support all children in achieving their full potential.
•    Dedicated to providing a broad, balanced and stimulating curriculum to children of all ages and all abilities from Nursery to Year 6.
•    Is a committed member of the school team and develops excellent working relationships with children, staff and families alike.
•    Is motivated to embrace the wider life of the school and dedicated to helping pupils to flourish.
•    Ability to plan, organise and run a range of enriching after-school clubs.

We can offer you:
•    A beautiful, small rural school where we take great pride in and care for all of our pupils.
•    A happy and dedicated staff team who will support and encourage.
•    Opportunities to continue professional development.
•    Wonderful, articulate and enthusiastic pupils, eager to learn!

Closing Date: Monday 30th September 2024
Interview date: TBC

If you are interested in the position, please contact the school office on:
01768 88655 or email admin@culgaith.cumbria.sch.uk
 

Fixed Term Nursery Assistant (SEND) 
From Oct 1st 2024 (or as soon as possible thereafter until 31st Aug 2025 due to pupil numbers)
31 core hours Monday – Friday (plus additional hours when necessary)  term time 

A Nursery Assistant with initiative and a caring, positive and flexible approach is required. The post will involve working closely in a team, supporting and providing individual care for pupils with a range of needs. The role will involve working across our whole nursery site, with children from 2 – 4 years old.

Essentials

• Is a committed, enthusiastic and has a passion for working with children
• Works well as part of a team
• Holds at least an NVQ level 2 
• Be a committed team member and be willing to become involved in the wider life of the school
• Have high expectations of both themselves and pupils
• Able to take the initiative and make decisions.

Desirables

• Confidence in dealing with children.
• NVQ level 3
• Understanding of Safeguarding in School; Health and Safety; Data Protection; Confidentiality     issues
• Will support all staff to create stimulating learning environments

Hindpool Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS clearance and medical clearance is necessary before any candidate may take up a post.

Applicants must be suitably qualified with an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. Induction support will be available, and a commitment to the school’s inclusive ethos is essential.

Closing date for applications via email, to admin@hindpool.cumbria.sch.uk 12pm , Thursday 26th September 2024 with interviews on Friday 27th 2024  am 

Required start: as soon as possible

The Governors of St Bernard’s Catholic High School in Barrow in Furness are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant

27.5 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks)
Applications for part time or full time working will be considered.

St Bernard’s is a successful Catholic comprehensive school and part of the Diocese of Lancaster, serving the community of Furness and is on the edge of the Lake District National Park. 
 
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to work as part of the Inclusion Department in school. As a Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting pupils’ social, physical and emotional well-being in order to help them realise their full academic potential in a range of curriculum areas. Under the supervision of teaching staff and the school SENCO you will undertake a range of tasks to support teaching and learning of pupils with special educational needs by working with individuals or small groups either in or outside
of the classroom.

 In return we can offer you: 
● A school where “Students describe the school as a loving environment” and “Students behave in a mature and sensible way”, “They respect each other and their teachers and enjoy learning”. 
● A professional, enthusiastic and supportive team of staff with the capacity and commitment to raise 
    student achievement. 
● Supportive parents, Governors, Diocese and Trust. 
● A well-resourced school with good results. 
● A strong commitment to developing staff and creating the leaders of tomorrow. 

An application pack and further details about the post are available from: www.stbernardsschool.uk. 
Completed applications should be returned to: angela.williams@mater-christi.com

Closing Date:  Monday 23rd September 2024
Shortlisting:   Week beginning 23rd September 2024
Interviews:     Week beginning 23rd September 2024

Applications will be assessed as they are submitted, and we reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and to make an appointment before this date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. 

St Bernard’s Catholic HIgh School is part of the Mater-Christi Trust in the Diocese of Lancaster. The Trust actively promotes diversity, unity and community cohesion and that it supports pupils to become successful, compassionate citizens. The Mater Christi Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Mater Christi Trust will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children’s Barred list check, two satisfactory references, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, carry out online searches for shortlisted candidates, and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the ‘Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006’.

Required from October2024

We currently have a permanent vacancy for a Mid Day Supervisor to join our team. We are looking for hard working and dedicated member of the team to supervise the children at lunchtimes. 

The post is for 7.5 hours per week Monday – Friday, permanent, Term Time only

PCD3 (£23,114 per annum FTE) pro rata, (plus UK Living Wage supplement - hourly rate of £12.00

Applications are available from the school office.
admin@armathwaite.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date Friday 27th September 2024.
If you or anyone you know are interested or have any further questions please get in touch.

Armathwaite Community School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be appointed on completion of an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and satisfactory references.

Reception/Pre-School Class Teacher 

Required January 6th 2025 until August 31st 2026 (subject to numbers on roll, the governors would hope to extend)

3 days part time (Mon, Wed, Fri)

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, imaginative and dynamic teacher to join our newly expanded Early Years Provision.  This is a wonderful opportunity to join our thriving rural church school at an exciting time.  The successful applicant must demonstrate: 

•    Experience of working with children in EYFS 
•    Understanding of supporting the learning of children with additional needs 
•    Excellent communication and team working skills 
•    Excellent organisational skills
•    Primary Curriculum understanding, particularly EYFS/KS1

We can offer you full training and support from our close-knit staff as you collaborate to set the vision for our provision.  We are a very small school with enthusiastic, motivated children and welcoming parents and governors.  The viability of this role beyond August 2026 will be driven by pupil numbers and governors would be ambitious to extend if feasible.  

If this sounds like a role that you would enjoy, please look carefully at the following materials and complete the application form.  Applicants are encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement. To arrange a visit please e-mail the school at admin@crosbyravensworth.cumbria.sch.uk or telephone 01931 715265. If you wish to discuss the position, please do not hesitate to contact the school.  Application forms and further information is available on our website and are returnable to the school via post or email. 

https://www.crosbyravensworth.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancies

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to a satisfactory health check, references and Enhanced DBS clearance, plus the self-declaration check. 
 
Closing date for application: Tuesday 8th October 2024
Interviews: Wednesday 16th October 2024

Year 1/2 Teacher  0.2 FTE – Fixed term contract to 31st August 2025 due to staffing structure

The governors of Appleby Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, hardworking and passionate teacher to join our thriving school for 1 day per week to start as soon as possible. 

The successful candidate will:
•    Have high expectations of our pupils with a commitment to achieving high standards and excellent progress.
•    Be flexible, supportive and committed to the life of the school.
•    Be a positive role model to pupils and other staff, demonstrating high levels of motivation and enthusiasm.
•    Be able to work as part of an effective and committed team.
•    Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

At Appleby Primary School we can offer you:
•    Happy, hardworking and well behaved children
•    Supportive parents and governors
•    A wide range of opportunities for professional development

Visits to the school are welcome and recommended. Please contact our Office Manager to arrange a convenient appointment.

Application packs are available by request from Mrs Rachel Bousfield, Office Manager at: admin@applebyprimary.cumbria.sch.uk

Please complete the application form and provide a covering letter stating your curricular and extra-curricular strengths and interests. 

Closing date: 9.00am Monday 7th October 2024
Interviews: Week Commencing 14th October 2024

Appleby Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff to adhere to this. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and references will be sought.
 

Permanent Part Time Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Full Year, 4 days - 26 hours per week

The governors at Appleby Primary School are seeking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic HLTA to cover teachers’ PPA as soon as possible.  Applicants for this role will hold either the HLTA qualification or QTS. The successful candidate will have previous experience working across the Primary age range, and be able to supervise whole classes unaccompanied. 
The position will be 26.0 hours per week over 4 days although the Governors will consider a job share.

The successful candidates will:
•    Have high expectations of our pupils with a commitment to achieving high standards and excellent progress.
•    Have experience of leading whole classes in an HLTA or teaching role.
•    Be able to plan and deliver high quality lessons and series of lessons in a range of national curriculum subjects. 
•    Be flexible, supportive and committed to the life of the school.
•    Be a positive role model to pupils and other staff, demonstrating high levels of motivation and enthusiasm.
•    Support the inclusive ethos of our school.
•    Be able to work as part of an effective and committed team.
•    Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

At Appleby Primary School we can offer you:
•    Happy, hardworking and well behaved children
•    Supportive parents and governors
•    A wide range of opportunities for professional development

Application forms and further details for all positions are available from the Office Manager Rachel Bousfield, via e-mail: admin@applebyprimary.cumbria.sch.uk and should be returned by 9.00am on Monday 7th October 2024.  Interviews will be held week commencing 14th October 2024.
Tours of the school are welcome and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange.

Appleby Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff to adhere to this. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and references will be sought.

Technician in the Design Technology Department

Hours: full time (37 hours/week), term-time plus 2 weeks (with holiday allowance this comes to 45.8 working weeks/year)

Salary: Grade 4. Pro rata salary is £20,658 (full-time salary £23,500)

•    Do you have practical workshop and/or catering skills?
•    Can you work on your own initiative?
•    Are you enthusiastic and able to meet deadlines?

If so, we’d like to hear from you. We’re looking for an enthusiastic technician to join our Design Technology Department to support the practical aspects of the DT curriculum – from resistant materials to food technology. This is a permanent, full-time post.

Under the instruction/guidance of the Head of Department, the successful candidate will provide general support across the department. This will include:

•    supporting the work of teaching staff and students
•    liaising with teaching staff over equipment and resource requirements
•    checking stock and order resources
•    following health and safety procedures

You should have a practical approach to work; relevant experience is desirable but not essential as appropriate training will be provided.

Full job details and comprehensive information about the school can be found on the website (www.ullswatercc.co.uk).

About us
UCC is a larger than average 11–18 comprehensive school serving the biggest catchment area in England. We received an Ofsted Good rating in April 2023 and were recognised as ‘Best Secondary School in Cumbria’ at the annual NewsQuest Educational awards in October 2023.

This is an exciting time to be joining UCC. We have been named in the school rebuilding programme and planning and project works will begin in the very near future. We will soon have some of the newest and best-resourced school buildings in the country.

UCC is a friendly, supportive employer with a lot to offer its employees. Our Staff Wellbeing group and approachable leadership team work hard to maintain a responsive and professional working environment. Benefits to employees include but are not limited to:

•    A welcoming and supportive community, where staff really do matter – our Staff Wellbeing group is an integral part of the school culture
•    Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
•    Membership of our employee assistance programme
•    Access to the latest technology to support all staff roles
•    Cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme
•    Access to comprehensive training and development and the best equipment and systems available in schools
•    A chance to contribute to the future development and direction of the school and our wider community

We encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability or age (as long as you're over 18).

To apply: please download an application form and equalities and diversity form from our website, where full job details and comprehensive information about the school can also be found. Contact us at hr@ullswatercc.co.uk with any queries.

Closing date for applications: 12 noon Tuesday 24 September 2024

UCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Employment at UCC is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means that certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed; if they are disclosed, the school cannot take them into account.

We regret that only successful applicants will be contacted.
 

Start date: as soon as possible 

Higher Level Teaching Assistant 
32 hours per week, permanent 
Monday to Friday, term-time only plus 1 week INSET
£28,770 FTE (£21,306 actual/pro rata)
Plus generous LGPS pension with employer contribution

We are looking to appoint a HLTA to support the work of our SENDCo within the learning support department.

This will be an opportunity for someone with the knowledge, skills and passion for leading the support for and progress of students with SEND to join our team at Walney School.

The successful candidate will be committed to supporting and inspiring young people in education to meet their potential.

Relevant NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification or three years full-time or five years part-time experience as a Senior or learning area Teaching Assistant is essential, as is the ability to relate well to children and adults and work constructively as part of a team.

The school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS).
Please apply by completing a support staff application form available via our website or TES. 

Closing date:   Thursday 26th September 2024
Interviews: w/c Mon 30th September 2024

If you have any queries, please contact HR
applications@thefellstrust.org