Start date: as soon as possible 

We are seeking a Midday Supervisor to join our friendly team, working together to ensure the welfare and good conduct of pupils during the midday break period.

6.25 hours per week (Mon-Fri 12:25-13:40)

Permanent, term time only.

The successful candidate will have a positive attitude and experience of relating well to a wide variety of people. The role would suit a calm and confident person with an understanding of the importance of health and safety. 

Please read the job description and person specification to find out more. If you feel you have what it takes to fulfil this interesting role we would welcome an application from you. 

The successful candidate must complete an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS).

Please apply by submitting a support staff application form available via our website:  
https://www.walneyschool.org.uk/

Closing date: 22nd September 2024
Interview date: TBC

The posts are temporary until 31st August 2025 (linked to funding)

Part-time Senior Teaching Assistant - term time 

Askam Village School is a friendly and welcoming school where everybody matters and every moment counts. There are currently 176 children on roll from Nursery to Year 6. 

We have a vacancy for a Senior Teaching Assistant available for September to come and join our lovely school.

The successful applicant will work in our Nursery alongside our Nursery teacher.  

Hours of work will be Monday to Friday 9am-3.00pm with 30 minutes for lunch.
STA (27.5 hours). We would like the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. 

Our team of experienced staff deliver a rich, broad and balanced curriculum. We aim to raise attainment through carefully planned programmes of work matched to individual needs. We are looking to appoint a highly motivated teaching assistant, who will contribute to our creative and excellent quality learning experiences.

The successful candidate will:
-    Have previous experience of working within Early Years
-    Have a good knowledge of the Early Years Curriculum
-    Hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
-    Have high expectations and demonstrate a commitment to raising standards and achieving the best for all of our children.
-    Be an excellent communicator, flexible and enthusiastic
-    Be a committed team member but also able to work with independence when required and willing to become involved in the wider life of the school 
-    Work with other agencies to support pupils

Askam Village School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Therefore, this position is subject to an enhanced DBS check, excellent references and a pre-employment health check.

Application packs are available by email from school. A letter of application should be included to supplement the application form.

Visits to the school are highly recommended and encouraged. For an informal discussion about this post or to arrange a school visit please telephone Faye James, Office Manager on (01229) 462814 or contact via e-mail office@askam.cumbria.sch.uk . 

Closing date: Wednesday 25th September 2024

Interview date: Week beginning 30th September 2024 (date to be confirmed) 
 

Temporary Teaching Assistant (2 roles available)

The Governors wish to appoint two experienced, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work in our school. The post is term-time only. Hours of work to be agreed however a minimum of 20 hours per week. 

Required start date as soon as possible. The post is temporary due to funding.

We are looking for a caring, self-motivated, confident person with the ability to liaise with parents, work as part of a team, and contribute to planning.
You must be qualified to NVQ Level 2/3 in childcare or equivalent. Experience across both key stages is preferable. You will have the skills and experience to take responsibility for a group of children.

For an application pack and further details please see our school website https://www.stthomasschool.org.uk/ or alternatively email admin@stthomas.cumbria.sch.uk

St Thomas’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory health checks, references and Enhanced DBS check, plus the self-declaration check. 

Deadline for applications is 12.00 noon on Wednesday 25th September 2024. Successful applicants will be invited for interview by phone. Please ensure you indicate a telephone number you can be contacted on.

Interviews to be held on Friday 27th September 2024

KS2 Classroom Teacher
Required for January 2025
Full time, permanent 

The Governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated classroom teacher. This position would suit someone who is looking for a new challenge.
We are looking for a teacher with: 

- Qualified Teacher Status
- A proven track record of recent class teaching with KS2 children
- Excellent classroom management skills with high expectations of behaviour for learning
- Ability to provide challenging and exciting learning opportunities
- Ability to inspire children and other members of staff
- Excellent communication skills at all levels and experience of effective management of support staff
- A strong commitment to supporting and enhancing our Christian Ethos
- The commitment to be a dedicated, flexible team member who is willing to take part in the whole life of our school

We can offer:

• A school committed to the best outcomes for every child
• Enthusiastic, motivated children
• The opportunity to become part of a caring, purposeful team
• Welcoming and supportive staff, governors and parents

Applicants are encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement. To arrange a visit please e-mail the school at admin@stthomas.cumbria.sch.uk or telephone 01539 737373. If you wish to discuss the position, please do not hesitate to contact the school. 

Application forms are available on our website and are returnable to the school via post or email. 

https://stthomasschool.org.uk/

St Thomas’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory health checks, references and Enhanced DBS check, plus the self-declaration check.

The closing date for application is Friday 4th October 2024
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 8th October 2024

Required as soon as possible
School Administrator  – Attendance Support
Permanent position, Monday to Friday (20 hours)
Term time only 

Dowdales School is a proud, thriving and ambitious community. Here, we work together, as one, to ensure that everyone thrives in everything that they do. As a whole school, and as individuals, we aim high: wanting the very best for all. Everyone in Dowdales School leads by example ensuring that we treat each other as we want to be treated ourselves.

We are a community school with 820 students aged 11-16 years on roll. Situated in the historic town of Dalton in Furness, we enjoy being on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. As an Ofsted rated ‘good’ school, we believe in high expectations, excellent teaching and ambition for every young person. 

We are seeking to appoint a School Administrator – Attendance Support to provide administrative support to the Attendance Officer.

We would welcome applications from someone who has: 

•    NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent experience or knowledge in the relevant work area. 
•    Experience of general clerical/administrative work. 
•    Ability to relate well to children and adults.
•    The ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.

We are proud to have:

•    Extremely high aspirations for all students at Dowdales ensuring that every young person makes excellent progress and performs to the best of their ability.
•    Students with positive attitudes who enjoy coming to school.
•    An enthusiastic and dedicated team of staff and governors.

Completed application forms to be returned to Recruitment, Dowdales School by 9am, Monday 23rd September 2024, by email recruitment@dowdales.cumbria.sch.uk or post.  If you have any questions or queries about any aspect of this procedure, please do not hesitate to call on 01229 469800. Please visit our website for further details. 

Dowdales School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and 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. 

The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening, including references from past employers and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CV'S AND A DOWDALES APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED. 
 

Required as soon as possible
School Administrator – HR Assistant
Permanent position, Monday to Friday (25 hours)
Term time only 

Dowdales School is a proud, thriving and ambitious community. Here, we work together, as one, to ensure that everyone thrives in everything that they do. As a whole school, and as individuals, we aim high: wanting the very best for all. Everyone in Dowdales School leads by example ensuring that we treat each other as we want to be treated ourselves.

We are a community school with 820 students aged 11-16 years on roll. Situated in the historic town of Dalton in Furness, we enjoy being on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. As an Ofsted rated ‘good’ school, we believe in high expectations, excellent teaching and ambition for every young person. 

We are seeking to appoint a HR assistant to ensure effective and efficient management of HR administration at Dowdales School. To ensure the safety of students at Dowdales School by managing safeguarding procedures relating to safer recruitment.

We would welcome applications from someone who has: 
•    NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification and experience in relevant discipline
•    Excellent numeracy/literacy skills
•    Ability to relate well to children and adults.
•    The ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.
•    Ability to work accurately under pressure with attention to detail. 

We are proud to have:
•    Extremely high aspirations for all students at Dowdales ensuring that every young person makes excellent progress and performs to the best of their ability.
•    Students with positive attitudes who enjoy coming to school.
•    An enthusiastic and dedicated team of staff and governors.

Completed application forms to be returned to Recruitment, Dowdales School by 9am, Monday 23rd September 2024, by email recruitment@dowdales.cumbria.sch.uk or post.  If you have any questions or queries about any aspect of this procedure, please do not hesitate to call on 01229 469800. Please visit our website for further details. 

Dowdales School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and 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. 

The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening, including references from past employers and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CV'S AND A DOWDALES APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED. 

Required as soon as possible
Kitchen Assistant 
Permanent position
15 hours per week (10.45am – 1.45pm each day Monday to Friday) 
Term time only and 1 week additional contracted hours
(To meet the needs of the school additional hours may be required)

 Dowdales School is a proud, thriving and ambitious community. Here, we work together, as one, to ensure that everyone thrives in everything that they do. As a whole school, and as individuals, we aim high: wanting the very best for all. Everyone in Dowdales School leads by example ensuring that we treat each other as we want to be treated ourselves.

We are a community school with 820 students aged 11-16 years on roll. Situated in the historic town of Dalton in Furness, we enjoy being on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. As an Ofsted rated ‘good’ school, we believe in high expectations, excellent teaching and ambition for every young person. 

We are seeking to appoint a Kitchen Assistant to support the smooth running of the kitchen as part of our kitchen team.

We would welcome applications from someone who has: 
•    A food hygiene certificate/equivalent qualification or an equivalent experience or a willingness to train to achieve these.
•    Experience of relating well to people at all levels.
•    An awareness of health and hygiene procedures. 

We are proud to have:
•    Extremely high aspirations for all students at Dowdales ensuring that every young person makes excellent progress and performs to the best of their ability.
•    Students with positive attitudes who enjoy coming to school.
•    An enthusiastic and dedicated team of staff and governors.

Completed application forms to be returned to Recruitment, Dowdales School by 9am, Monday 23rd September 2024, by email recruitment@dowdales.cumbria.sch.uk or post. If you have any questions or queries about any aspect of this procedure, please do not hesitate to call on 01229 469800. Please visit our website for further details. 

Dowdales School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and 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. 

The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening, including references from past employers and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CV'S AND A DOWDALES APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED. 

Required as soon as possible
School Administrator/Receptionist 
Permanent position
37 hours per week (Monday to Friday) 
We would consider applications for part time (AM or PM) or full time working – to be discussed at interview. 
Term time only 

Dowdales School is a proud, thriving and ambitious community. Here, we work together, as one, to ensure that everyone thrives in everything that they do. As a whole school, and as individuals, we aim high: wanting the very best for all. Everyone in Dowdales School leads by example ensuring that we treat each other as we want to be treated ourselves.

We are a community school with 820 students aged 11-16 years on roll. Situated in the historic town of Dalton in Furness, we enjoy being on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. As an Ofsted rated ‘good’ school, we believe in high expectations, excellent teaching and ambition for every young person. 

We are seeking to appoint a School Administrator/ Receptionist (Including administrative support to Senior Leaders) to ensure the smooth, efficient and effective running of the school reception and to provide administrative support to school leaders including Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Senior Admin Team (SAT).  

We would welcome applications from someone who has: 
•    NVQ 2 or equivalent qualification or experience in relevant discipline.
•    Ability to relate well to children and adults.
•    The ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and their own position within these.

We are proud to have:
•    Extremely high aspirations for all students at Dowdales ensuring that every young person makes excellent progress and performs to the best of their ability.
•    Students with positive attitudes who enjoy coming to school.
•    An enthusiastic and dedicated team of staff and governors.

Completed application forms to be returned to Recruitment, Dowdales School by 9am, Monday 23rd September 2024, by email recruitment@dowdales.cumbria.sch.uk or post. Please indicate your preference for working hours i.e., part time or full time.  If you have any questions or queries about any aspect of this procedure, please do not hesitate to call on 01229 469800. Please visit our website for further details. 

Dowdales School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and 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. 

The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening, including references from past employers and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CV'S AND A DOWDALES APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED. 

Required as soon as possible
School Administrator – Send/Inclusion
Permanent position, Monday to Friday (25 hours)
Term time only 

Dowdales School is a proud, thriving and ambitious community. Here, we work together, as one, to ensure that everyone thrives in everything that they do. As a whole school, and as individuals, we aim high: wanting the very best for all. Everyone in Dowdales School leads by example ensuring that we treat each other as we want to be treated ourselves.

We are a community school with 820 students aged 11-16 years on roll. Situated in the historic town of Dalton in Furness, we enjoy being on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. As an Ofsted rated ‘good’ school, we believe in high expectations, excellent teaching and ambition for every young person. 

We are seeking to appoint a School Administrator – SEND/Inclusion to provide administrative support to the SEND team and Deputy Headteacher.

We would welcome applications from someone who has: 
•    NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification and experience in relevant discipline
•    Excellent and efficient administrative skills
•    Ability to relate well to children and adults.
•    The ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities and your own position within these.
•    Ability to work accurately under pressure with attention to detail. 

We are proud to have:
•    Extremely high aspirations for all students at Dowdales ensuring that every young person makes excellent progress and performs to the best of their ability.
•    Students with positive attitudes who enjoy coming to school.
•    An enthusiastic and dedicated team of staff and governors.

Completed application forms to be returned to Recruitment, Dowdales School by 9am, Monday 23rd September 2024, by email recruitment@dowdales.cumbria.sch.uk or post.  If you have any questions or queries about any aspect of this procedure, please do not hesitate to call on 01229 469800. Please visit our website for further details. 

Dowdales School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and 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. 
The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening, including references from past employers and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT CV'S AND A DOWDALES APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED.