Teacher of Science

Required for January 2025 (earlier start date also possible) 
Job Reference Code: FET 010/0310
Full time, permanent
M1 – UPS3 depending on experience

Furness Education Trust is a multi-academy trust based in Barrow in Furness, Cumbria serving the Furness Community, located near the centre of the historic shipbuilding town, we are close to the southern boundary of the Lake District National Park. Currently comprised of six schools including Furness Academy and five primary schools, the Trust aims to develop best practice by collaborating and working together to give the best of everything to every child.

We are looking for a positive, enthusiastic, inspiring and highly motivated teachers of Science with a specialist in Physics or Chemistry desirable, but not essential. The successful applicants will have excellent subject knowledge and a strong desire to engage students in learning.  Within the department you will find committed teachers with a passion for their subject who communicate effectively to ensure the success of our students. If you share these skills and have a desire to make a real difference to young people’s lives, then we would welcome your application. We particularly welcome applications from NQTs. 

We are:
•    A six school multi-academy Trust with over 1800 students, four schools rated Ofsted Good and two rated Ofsted Outstanding, with excellent potential for the future;
•    A family of schools with a comprehensive intake, playing a key role in our local community and a strong foundation of moral purpose;
•    A Trust that has at its heart a sense of ambition and determination to deliver excellent teaching, care and holistic school experience.
•    A Trust whose work is underpinned by the values of collaboration, aspiration, excellence and integrity to deliver the best possible education and opportunities for all students.

We will offer you:
•    A very welcoming Trust where the development of every person matters.
•    Hard-working, committed and aspirational staff and students.
•    An extensive induction programme with an allocated mentor and extensive programme of subject specific and whole school CPD programme.
•    The whole-hearted support of Furness Education Trust’s Leadership Team.
•    A welcoming and dedicated Science department, consisting of twelve motivated and experienced teachers, plus three science technicians.
•    An employee benefit scheme.
•    Opportunities to work across the Trust in different phases.
•    A recruitment and retention allowance may be available for the correct candidate. 

You will:
•    Secure high-quality teaching and learning and lead by own example in the classroom.
•    Understand your accountability for the performance standards of your students.
•    Make a sustained and well-informed contribution to the Science provision at the Academy as well as whole Academy improvement strategies.
•    Work collaboratively with other schools in our Multi-Academy Trust.
•    Work with the head of department and colleagues to develop departmental expertise and to enrich students learning including through trips and visits.

Furness Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students.  All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines.  This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure. 
  
Closing date: Friday 18th October 2024
Shortlisting: Friday 18th October 2024
Interviews: W/C Monday 21st October 2024

For further information or enquiries regarding this post, please contact the HR Manager on 01229 484277 or via email to hrrecruitment@furnessacademy.co.uk, or alternatively you may download an information package and application form from our website at www.furnessacademy.co.uk.

Please note we only accept CVs with a fully completed application form.

Date posted
Reference Number
2182
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Employer
Academy
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern

Class Teacher

Required for January 2025
Job Reference Code: FET 009/0110
Salary range: M1 – UPS3 depending on experience
Fixed term to 18th July 2025

Parkside Academy is a single form Primary school with approximately 300 students and part of Furness Education Trust, a multi-academy trust compromised of six academies. The Trust is based in Barrow in Furness, Cumbria and is an excellent location for anyone who wants to be located near the Lake District. The Trust aims to develop best practice in each school by providing ‘Seamless Education through Collaboration’ whilst also providing exciting development opportunities for its staff. 

The Local Academy Committee are seeking to appoint a full-time, passionate, outstanding teacher to teach our children on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave.

The successful candidate will join a highly motivated, experienced and hardworking staff team.

We are looking for an individual who:
•    Inspires our young children through a creative and enthusiastic approach.
•    Sets high expectations and is committed to high standards of achievement.
•    Has excellent subject knowledge.
•    Provides the best for our children through high quality teaching and learning experiences.
•    Can work as part of a successful team both within the school and across FET.

We can offer:
•    Well-behaved, engaged pupils, who achieve high standards
•    A forward thinking school, which is constantly striving for improvement 
•    Friendly and experienced staff and Governors
•    Supportive, continuing professional development
•    Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to develop practice, share resource and widen experience

Parkside Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines.  This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure. 
  
Closing date: 9am Monday 21st October 2024
Shortlisting date: Monday 21st October 2024
Interviews: Wednesday 23rd October 2024

Visits to the school are highly recommended and encouraged and can be arranged by phoning Parkside Academy on 01229 828348.

For further information or enquiries regarding this post, please contact the HR Manager on 01229 484277 or via email to hrrecruitment@furnessacademy.co.uk, or alternatively you may download an information package and application form from our website at www.furnesseducationtrust.co.uk.

Please note we only accept CVs with a fully completed application form.

Date posted
Reference Number
2180
Please see below
Employer
Academy
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern

Teaching Assistant

Start date: 4th November 2024 , until 31st August 2025 due to pupil numbers.

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible and conscientious Teaching Assistant to join our team of dedicated staff.

The role consists of 16 hours per week Monday to Thursday from 2pm to 6pm. Term time only.  2-3.30pm supporting SEN pupils throughout school. 3.30-6pm providing After School supervision, as a member of our Wrap around care team, for children from age 2 to 11 years.

The successful candidate will:
• Hold TA Qualification or L3 equivalent
• Be fully supportive and committed to the Christian ethos of the school
• Have experience of contributing to planning, monitoring and assessing pupils in partnership with the class teacher.
• Be caring and nurturing and be fully supportive of our whole school inclusive ethos

Experience in behaviour management and early years would be advantageous

Our school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this post as are excellent professional references.

Application packs are available from School by emailing office@broughton-furness.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing dates for applications: Monday, 14th October 2024 12:00 noon Interviews: week commencing 21st October 2024.

Date posted
Reference Number
2178
PCD5 £23,893 per annum pro rata (£12.38 per hour)
Employer
Westmorland and Furness Council
Contract type
Work pattern

Administrative Support Assistant

Required to Start: 4th November or as soon as possible.

Permanent, Part-Time, School Administrator

Grade: BS5: £23,893 FTE, (pro rata: £17,972)
Paid weeks per year: Term Time only (38 weeks) + 1 week

Hours: 32.5 hours per week (8.45am – 3.45pm Monday to Friday)

AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY! 
 
North Lakes School is seeking an enthusiastic, committed, highly skilled and proactive person to join our team.

 We are a friendly junior school with 180 children on roll. Our staff team are dedicated to the children and our school.  The staff are hardworking, highly motivated and enjoy being part of our team - teamwork and support for each other is a very strong feature of the school.

 As our parents’ first point of contact, we are looking for someone who is friendly, welcoming and approachable.

 The successful candidate will: 
•    Be able to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks in a very busy working environment.
•    Demonstrate outstanding skills in administration and office systems.
•    Be able to maintain precise records, files and follow procedures efficiently.
•    Have excellent communication skills – both written and spoken.
•    Be a collaborative ‘team player’ eager to share good practice and support others. 
•    Be able to interact with a variety of audiences (parents, children and staff) in a supportive and professional manner.
•    Be prepared to be flexible in their approach, as no two days are the same in a school!

We can offer you: 
•    A highly supportive and encouraging working environment
•    Excellent opportunities for CPD, to support development
•    A supportive and friendly atmosphere to work in
•    Amazing children!

You are welcome to contact Mrs Nellis in the school office if you would like to know more about this post on 01768 899876 or by email at admin@northlakes.cumbria.sch.uk   A visit to the school is warmly encouraged.

 Should you decide to apply for this position, please contact the school office to request an application pack on 01768 899876 or by email at admin@northlakes.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date: 10 am on Monday 14th October 2024
Interviews:  Friday 18th October 2024 

References for short-listed candidates will be requested before interviews. 

North Lakes School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and health checks along with two satisfactory references.

All applicants will be considered on the basis of their suitability regardless of age, sex, race or disability.
 

Date posted
Reference Number
2176
Please see below
Employer
Westmorland and Furness Council
Contract type
Work pattern

Non-Teaching Head of Year 7 & 8

Required for January 2025

Term Time – Permanent 

PCD Salary Scale point 8 : £29,777 - £30,296 per annum – Pay Award Pending
(£22,843 - £23,241 per annum pro rata plus annual leave based on continuous years’ service)
Hours of work: 37 hours per week, term time plus inset days plus one week during the school holidays (40 weeks in total)

The governors are seeking to appoint a non-teaching Head of Year 7 and 8.

The successful candidate will:
•    foster a culture of high expectations and achievement within the school;
•    have the ability to motivate students and enable them to make sustained progress; 
•    have a key role in leading and implementing school behaviour and attendance policies;
•    genuinely care about the welfare of all young people.

We can offer you:
•    the opportunity to join a supportive staff and governing body and work with well-motivated students;
•    good facilities and superb location in the Eden Valley with easy access to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks;
•    the opportunity to join an improving and successful academy.

Further details and a recruitment information pack can be downloaded from the school’s website.  Informal discussions with the Headteacher about this post are welcome.

•    Application is by completed application form and by letter (no more than two sides), outlining the reasons for your application and why you consider yourself a suitable candidate for the role. 
•    The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 11 October 2024.
•    Interviews will be held on Thursday 17 October 2024.

Please note that if you have not been contacted then you must assume that you have not been shortlisted and your application has been unsuccessful.

Please note that if you have not been contacted then you must assume that you have not been shortlisted and your application has been unsuccessful. 
Appleby Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to completion of satisfactory

Date posted
Reference Number
2174
Please see below
Employer
Academy
Contract type
Work pattern

Teacher of Science

Required for January 2025

The governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative teacher to contribute fully to the future development of the department and the school. 
 
Teacher of Science 
 
The successful candidate will: 
•    be an inspiring teacher with the skills, confidence and energy to make a positive impact; 
•    have the capacity to motivate students and enable them to make sustained progress;  
•    contribute to the design and provision of an engaging curriculum; 
•    help foster a culture of high expectations and achievement within the department. 
 
We can offer you: 
•    the opportunity to join a supportive staff and governing body and work with well-motivated students; 
•    good facilities and superb location in the Eden Valley with easy access to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks; 
•    the opportunity to join an improving and successful academy with good features. 
 
Further details and a recruitment information pack can be downloaded from the school’s website.  Informal discussions with the Headteacher about this post are welcome. 
 
•    Application is by completed TES online application form including a statement, outlining the reasons for your application and why you consider yourself a suitable candidate for the role. 
•    The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 12.00noon on Friday 11 October 2024. 
•    Interviews to be held on Thursday 17 October 2024. 
 
Please note that if you have not been contacted then you must assume that you have not been shortlisted and your application has been unsuccessful. 

Appleby Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to completion of satisfactory employment vetting checks in accordance with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, September 2024. 

Date posted
Reference Number
2172
MPR/UPR
Employer
Academy
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern

Head of Mathematics

Permanent Post 
1.0 FTE 

We have an exciting opportunity for a committed and inspirational teacher to join a collaborative and experienced team with a passion for Maths. You will be supported by an exceptional team who will be prepared to work hard to ensure that every student makes exceptional progress. 

The successful candidate will:
•    Be an acknowledged outstanding practitioner of Mathematics
•    Have a clear understanding of the characteristics of high quality teaching and proven experience of teaching across the whole age, ability and behaviour range
•    Be able to demonstrate their commitment to our students
•    Work closely with senior leaders to agree strategies for improvements
•    Be approachable and of empathetic character in order to engage and support colleagues in improving their practice but at the same time being fair and consistent in expectations
•    Motivate both colleagues and students to work hard and try their best through passing on to them their infectious enthusiasm and passion for their subject!
•    Actively share good practice and seek to explore ways to improve their own and others’ teaching
•    Work hard to ensure all students make at least expected progress irrespective of their starting point and individual needs
•    Understand that behaviour management starts with the quality of teaching in the classroom
•    Demonstrate leadership qualities including personal resilience, drive and initiative and role model those personal qualities we wish to see in all our staff and in still in our young people

If you experience any issues whilst using MyNewTerm,  then please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team via email, hr@changinglives.education or T: 01946 820 356.

For further details and to apply, please visit: https://changinglives.education/vacancies/ 

Changing Lives Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received. Early applications are encouraged.

Closing Date: 12.00 on Thursday 17 October 2024. 
 

Date posted
Reference Number
2170
MPR/UPR plus TLR 2A £3,214.00
Employer
Changing Lives Learning Trust
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern

School Administrator and Clerk to the LGB

Required from October 2024 

School Administrator (Level 2) and Clerk to the LGB (Level 2) Maternity Cover

Salary: Grade 6 SCP 7&8 (BS6) (£25,584 - £25,992 pro rata, approx. £13.30 -
 £13.51 per hour) Clerk Grade 2, SCP 4 (£12.88 per hour)

Hours: 30 hours per week over 5 days within the hours 8.30am – 3.30pm. Plus 3 hours for clerk.

Paid weeks per year: Term time only (38 weeks) plus two weeks. 

Due to unforeseen circumstances the post above is now being re-advertised.

 The Local Governing Body of Lazonby CE School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, conscientious, and hardworking administrator and clerk to the Local Governing Body to run our busy school office.

  You will: 
•    Have experience of working in a secretarial or administrative role, preferably within a school environment 
•    Have a ‘can do’ mentality with a desire to overcome challenges that arise.
•    Be a team-player with exceptional communication and inter-personal skills.
•    Be friendly and approachable for frontline reception duties, dealing with enquiries in a professional and courteous manner, in person, on the telephone and via email.
•    Have excellent ICT skills and familiarity with Microsoft packages. Experience of dealing with pupil and staff data on a school information management system would be an advantage.
•    Have experience of financial admin procedures including monitoring school budgets and banking.
•    Have a positive, enthusiastic, and flexible approach to your work. To be caring and be involved with school life allowing everyone to flourish. 

In return, we offer: 
•    Wonderful children, who love to learn as part of a safe, trusting and happy family. 
•    A community who takes pride in being members of our team.
•    A welcoming work environment, with high expectations and support. 
•    An inclusive school, where high standards and excellence are valued.
•    Staff that work whole heartedly as a team to deliver the best for our families.

This role will be combined with that of Clerk to the Local Governing Body, which has a separate job description. 

Visits to the school are by appointment only. To arrange a telephone conversation, book a visit or request an Application Pack please contact the Headteacher, Andrew Davies on 01768 898458 or via email: office@lazonby.cumbria.sch.uk or go to the school website https://www.lazonby.cumbria.sch.uk/about-us/vacancies.html 

The Good Shepherd Trust 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.

Completed application forms should be returned via email only, marked for the attention of the Headteacher – office@lazonby.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing Date: Tuesday 8th October 2024

Date posted
Reference Number
2168
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Employer
The Good Shepherd Trust
Contract type
Work pattern