Full time maternity cover Teacher of Year 5&6
Required For September 2024

The Local Governing Body of Lazonby School invite applications from an experienced, appropriately qualified (QTS) teacher for this full-time maternity cover, teaching in Year 5 and 6.  
We are looking for:
• An experienced classroom practitioner with high expectations of pupils’ behaviour and standards allowing all children to flourish 
• Someone who is passionate about teaching and learning.
• Someone who will work collaboratively with other members of staff, be flexible, well organised and enthusiastic.
• Someone who will continue to develop our positive Christian values

The successful candidate will:
• Have experience of working with year 5 and 6 
• Be able to plan appropriately to meet children’s individual needs in all areas of learning 
• Have clearly identified curriculum strengths and secure knowledge of the curriculum  
• Be well organised with high expectations of pupil performance and behaviour
• Be a committed team member who will play an active part in the life of the school
• Use a cross curricular approach to create exciting and engaging learning opportunities
• Will engage with families and promote home school links
• Support the school’s Christian ethos and values and willing to be part of the wider school community.

We can offer you
• A brilliant location in which to progress your career.
• Pupils who are polite, enthusiastic, and engaged with learning
• A flexible staff who are passionate and committed to putting our children first.
• A thriving and supportive local community.
• A strong Christian ethos with very active church links.
• An opportunity to work within the supportive network of the Good Shepherd Trust.

Applicants should indicate curricular strengths and interests as well as experience of working in KS2, specifically Year 5 and 6. 

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all our pupils and staff. 
All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Application forms and further details about the post are available from the school office or can be found on the school website.

Visits to the school are encouraged and will be welcomed by prior arrangement. 
Contact the school office. Email: office@lazonby.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date: Wednesday 27th March 2024 at midday. Late applications cannot be considered.

Interviews: Thursday 25th April 2024 

Fixed Term, Term-Time, Full-Time, Early Years Apprenticeship 

38 Working Weeks plus Holiday Entitlement.

Required as soon as possible for the duration of the apprenticeship qualification.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our class team at Kendal Nursery School.  The governors wish to appoint a friendly and approachable member of staff who is passionate about supporting young children’s learning whilst gaining A Level 2 qualification. This vacancy will be working in one of our classrooms alongside experienced classroom professionals.

Hours of work will be approximately 37 each week between 8am and 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, with one day of Learning at Kendal College.

Visits to the school are welcomed by prior arrangement with the Headteacher.

Kendal Nursery School is committed to Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to support this. This position is Subject to an Enhanced Disclosure And Barring Check (DBS).

Application forms can be downloaded from Westmorland & Furness County Council Website and further information is available from the school. Please  e-Mail Karen Bradbury, School Business Manager on karenb@kendalnursery.cumbria.sch.uk.

Closing Date: Monday 18th March 2024
Date Of Short Listing:  Monday 18th March 2024
Interviews: Wednesday 20th March 2024
 

Start date – 01 September 2024 

Due to retirement of the current Headteacher, we are looking to appoint an innovative and dynamic professional to lead the school and create excellent provision for our pupils and their families.

Salary :- Leadership Pay Range L15 – L20

Based between the mountains and the sea in the beautiful county of Cumbria, George Hastwell School is a 90-place school situated on Walney Island in Barrow in Furness. The school educates children and young people aged 4 to 19 years. All of our pupils have an Education Health Care Plan and some require support on a one to one basis. The school works with pupils who may have a diagnosis of autism, physical, profound, and severe learning difficulties as well as complex medical needs.

As the Headteacher, you will provide professional leadership for the school, ensuring continued success and improvement, delivering a high quality education for all pupils and good standards of learning, progress and achievement. Your leadership will be inspiring and purposeful with a clear vision and high expectation of staff and governors. You will work closely with the Trust Board, Trust Senior Leadership team, staff, pupils and parents to develop the ethos and values that will underpin the school, in line with the Trust’s values and vision. 

George Hastwell School is currently transitioning to the Eden Academy Trust from September 2024 which is a multi-academy Trust of special schools in London and the north of England. The successful candidate will benefit from Eden’s significant expertise in specialist settings, with a mentoring and support package built around the new headteacher’s development needs. Representatives from the Eden Trust will also be part of the application and interview process.

What we need from you: 
•    Qualified Teacher Status
•    Significant experience of working with young people with SEND
•    Senior leadership experience in either the primary or secondary sector
•    Conscientious and committed approach, leading by example and taking others with you.
•    Ability to differentiate all aspects of learning to promote inclusion and attainment
•    Positive experience of working with specialist education for SEND young people
•    Ability to promote the inclusion of young people
•    Proven record of developing and supporting a staff team
•    Ability to be resilient and work effectively under pressure whilst delivering stable leadership
•    Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures and regulatory body requirements
•    Proven track record of working with partner organisations and holding them to account

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).

Closing date – Sunday 17 March 2024
Interviews will be held – Monday 25th March 2024

Visits to the school can be arranged by emailing the Trust HR Manager – tracy.houlden@thefellstrust.org.

Due to the retirement of our current Deputy headteacher/SENDCO, we are now looking to appoint a passionate and committed Deputy headteacher/ SENDCO, who will be responsible for Safeguarding, SEND and an active role on the leadership team within our school with effect from 1st September 2024.

 At North Lakes School, we currently have 56 children on our SEND register and 8 children in our Resource Provision. As we look to the future, the successful candidate will need to have the warmth, credibility and presence to secure the full engagement of all pupils, staff, parents and other stakeholders in the delivery of the school’s aims, with a strong passion for leading as our next SENDCO. We are looking for an inspirational leader of SEND, who will be a passionate advocate and champion for our most vulnerable children. The role will include an element of teaching within our Resource Provision and deputising in the absence of the headteacher.

One of our greatest strengths at North Lakes is our ambitious and challenging curriculum that is accessible to all of our children, regardless of gender, race, age or disability. During our recent Ofsted inspection (2023), we were graded Good in all four areas inspected and praised for our well-established, inclusive practice. As our new SENDCO, being zealous about inclusion and committed to being a champion for our most vulnerable children will be a key factor in this recruitment.

The position will involve leading Safeguarding across the school; fulfilling the role of SENDCO; deputising in the absence of the headteacher; forming part of our Senior Leadership team and holding a part-time teaching commitment within our Resource Provision and on occasion in classes across the school. Supporting staff with inclusive practice and behaviour management across school will also form part of this position.

 You will need to hold or be willing to commit to attaining the National Award in Special Educational Needs with effect of taking on the position. Experience of working in a through primary school would also be an advantage.

If you are a passionate advocate of SEND and an inspirational, approachable leader who is a positive role model to staff and ambitious for all children, then we would love to hear from you.

Our next Deputy headteacher and SENDCO will:
• Demonstrate and lead with honesty, integrity and passion.
• Lead safeguarding and equality across our school. 
• Have experience in leadership and have been an active part of a Senior Leadership team.
• Be an experienced practitioner with an in-depth knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and all its requirements.
• Be committed to equal opportunities and securing excellent outcomes for all pupils with SEND.
• Have experience of supporting the most vulnerable children, preparing smart targets and liaising with virtual schools.
• Hold the National Award in Special Educational Needs or share a commitment to attaining this qualification with effect of taking on the position.
• Have knowledge of the whole primary school journey and be able to demonstrate consistently good teaching skills that inspires and motivates staff.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrates positive, restorative approaches to ensuring high standards of behaviour.
• Communicate and work in partnership with all stakeholders, maintaining effective relationships with staff, governors, parents and children.
• Take a full and active part in all aspects of our school community. 
•  Hold a clean driving license and be willing to undertake Minibus Driver Training.

In return, we can offer you:
• The opportunity to work in partnership with our Headteacher to develop your leadership skills further.
• Children who are motivated, keen to learn and proud of their school and achievements.
• Supportive, inspirational and committed colleagues who will welcome you to our team.
• Investment in your professional development.
• A resource-rich school and learning environment.
• Time to perform duties effectively.
•  Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
•  Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including the Cycle to Work Scheme, money off phone contracts/ local gyms.

Visits
If you would like to discover more about this position and our school, we would like to take this opportunity to invite you to visit North Lakes School on the following dates:

•    Monday 4th March 9:30am 
•    Thursday 7th March 9:30am
•    Friday 8th March 2:00pm

Visits can be arranged by contacting the school on 01768 899 876 or emailing the school at admin@northlakes.cumbria.sch.uk.

You can also find out more and download an application pack by visiting:
https://www.northlakes.cumbria.sch.uk/join-our-team

Closing date for applications 
Applications should be returned to the school via email, post or by hand no later than 9:00am on Tuesday 12th March, 2024. These should be addressed to Mrs Nicole Spibey the Headteacher.

Interviews
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview by email no later than Friday 15th March 2024. If candidates have not received an email on this date, they have not been successful. 
References for candidates will be taken up prior to interview and candidates that have been shortlisted, may be visited in their current settings prior to interview dates, which will take place on Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th March, 2024.

Safeguarding
North Lakes School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. The above post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and receipt of professional references. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.