Required for a September 2025 start, the Governing Body of Grange C of E Primary School would like to appoint an inspirational, kind and outward looking Headteacher on a full time (permanent) basis.  This is an exciting opportunity to lead our experienced and cohesive staff team, develop, nurture and safeguard a diverse pupil population, and drive the school on a continued improvement journey, cognisant of the strong community and Church links at its heart.

Our School's Christian vision is rooted and grounded in values of love, hope and trust.  We are an inclusive school, and our belief is that everyone is unique, valued, loved and matters to God.  The school's aim is to develop happy pupils with enquiring minds, that demonstrate respect for themselves, others and the world in which we live.  All members of our school community are nurtured and encouraged to develop resilience and skills in order to flourish and enjoy life in all its fullness.  We are at the heart of the South Lakeland town of Grange-over-Sands.  The school is positioned above the town looking towards the bay and has large grounds for the children to enjoy. 

The successful candidate will –
•       Hold Qualified Teacher status and be able to demonstrate successful evidence of continued professional development relating to school leadership and curriculum development
•       Have the ability to actively draw on the diversity in the school community to enhance learning and support the academic, spiritual and cultural development of pupils
•       Inspire, motivate and challenge staff, pupils, and others to carry the school vision forward through effective teamwork
•       Have the ability to inspire confidence, commitment and respect from others through a strong and inclusive leadership style
•       Invest in and further develop our Church school values, embracing the strong relationship the school has with the Church and local community as a whole
•       Harbour a safe and effective environment for pupils and staff through genuinely listening to, and acting on the needs of all
•       Be globally outward looking, embracing and encouraging inclusion and equality for all
•       Nurture and care for pupils from Nursery through to Year 6, developing resilient pupils ready to succeed beyond Primary School

The role will include a weekly teaching commitment, currently this is 0.3 across the school.

Grange C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  Pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought, and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies as well as a workplace health assessment.  Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Visits to school are welcome by appointment, please contact Joanne Garnett, Clerk to Governors and School Administrator at clerk@grange.cumbria.sch.uk to arrange.  Application packs can be obtained from the same contact, available from Wednesday 26th February 2025.

The deadline for applications is 12.00 noon on Wednesday 19th March 2025. Shortlisting will conclude on Thursday 27th March.  Interviews will take place on Thursday 24th and Friday 25th April 2025 at Grange C of E Primary School.

Contact Grange C of E Primary School
Telephone – 015395 32392
Email – clerk@grange.cumbria.sch.uk
Website - www.grange.cumbria.sch.uk
Address – Grange C of E Primary School, Fell Drive, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7JF
 

SEND Teaching Assistant x3 

Required for Monday 24th February or as soon as possible thereafter. 

Salary range: PCD5 £25,183 pro-rata FTE, term-time only

Term time only, Fixed Term until 31st August 2025 initially with the potential to due to extend contracts based on funding available.

Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School is a small, village church school situated in a beautiful rural location overlooking the Duddon Estuary. With four mixed-age classes and a nursery for children aged 3, this close-knit community offers a warm, family-like atmosphere. The school's large grounds and outdoor spaces, including an outdoor building, provide ample opportunities for hands-on learning and exploration. Ireleth St Peter's has strong links with the local church and community, fostering a rich and engaging educational experience for our pupils.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled SEND Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team at Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our pupils, particularly children with an Education and Health Care Plan.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Provide 1:1 and small group support to children with SEND, focusing on their individual needs and learning goals
•    Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that cater to the diverse needs of all pupils
•    Collaborate with the SENCO, class teacher, and other professionals to develop and implement effective strategies and interventions
•    Monitor and track the progress of SEND pupils, providing regular feedback to the class teacher and SENCO
•    Promote the inclusion and participation of SEND pupils in all aspects of school life
•    Maintain accurate records and documentation related to SEND provision

Requirements:
•    Experience working with children with SEND, particularly in the early years
•    Knowledge of SEND legislation, policies, and best practises
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with pupils, parents, and colleagues
•    Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting the learning and development of SEND pupils
•    Relevant qualifications in SEND, education, or a related field including Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

Desirable Qualities:
•    Ability to adapt teaching methods and resources to meet the diverse needs of SEND pupils
•    Familiarity with assistive technologies and their application in the classroom
•    Strong organisational and time management skills
•    Enthusiasm for professional development and a willingness to learn and grow

Salary and Benefits:

The part time positions offer a salary of PCD5 £25,183 pro-rata FTE, term-time only.

Position 1: 28.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Position 2: 16.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Position 3: 12.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School is committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for its staff, with opportunities for continuous professional development and a close-knit, collaborative team.

If you are a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of our pupils, we encourage you to apply for one of our exciting roles. Join our small, family-oriented school and be a part of our mission to provide an exceptional educational experience for all.

Ireleth St Peter’s CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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 7th March  2025, 9:30am
Shortlisting: Monday 10th March 2025, PM
Interviews: Thursday 13th March 2025

Application packs are available from the school office. Please email admin@irelethst-peters.cumbria.sch.uk 
Completed applications should be returned to Mrs Anne Parkinson, via email to admin@irelethst-peters.cumbria.sch.uk

Located in one of the most beautiful areas of the UK, Ullswater Community College is a school with high ambitions.

We are looking for an effective administrator to carry out the role of Attendance Officer to promote a positive culture of attendance and punctuality among students at our popular school.

Hours: Permanent, full time (37 hours/week), term time only + 1 week Inset (39 weeks/year) plus a starting holiday allowance of 5.6 weeks
Salary: Grade 8, points 19 and 20 (currently £31,067 to £31,586) paid pro rata for term-time-only working to give a salary range of £26,710 to £27,160. Further pro rata for part-time working

Working as part of the Attendance Team, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
•    ensuring that all statutory requirements relating to attendance and punctuality are accurately fulfilled
•    creating, developing and maintaining positive relationships with parents, carers, other professionals and external stakeholders and – of course – with students
•    monitoring daily attendance and interpreting statistical data to identify issues/patterns in student absence
•    liaising and working collaboratively with other members of the pastoral team and external agencies.

You will be self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. Able to plan and prioritise your own workload, you will have a problem-solving approach to your work. A good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite is necessary, as is the willingness to undergo training as necessary.

About Ullswater Community College
Ullswater Community College (UCC) is a happy school where students and staff expect to treat one another with respect. Following our Ofsted Good rating in April 2023, and recent recognition as ‘Best Secondary School in Cumbria’, our vision is to make sure that UCC is ‘best in county’ in all we do.

We offer our non-teaching members of staff:
•    Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme – a defined benefit scheme with employee and employer contributions
•    Membership of the Health Assured employee assistance programme.
•    A cycle-to-work salary-sacrifice scheme.
•    Help with eye tests
•    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
We encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability or age (as long as you're over 18). Please note that we do not hold a Home Office sponsor licence.

We welcome applications using either the TES application procedure or our own application form. This can be downloaded from our website, where full job details and comprehensive information about the school can also be found. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any queries (hr@ullswatercc.co.uk).

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.

Please be aware that we may perform an online search if you accept an invitation to interview.

Closing date for applications: 12 noon Monday 3 March 2025

We aim to hold interviews the following week

Please note that we can contact only the successful applicants.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is found.
 

Would you like to join us to work with our greatest asset – the wonderful students at UCC?

This Cover Supervisor vacancy is an exciting opportunity if you have experience working with young people or are interested in a teaching career but would first like to gain valuable experience in the classroom. 

Hours:    full time (37 hours/week) term-time + 1 week + holiday allowance = a total of 44.6 weeks/year

If successful, you will supervise classes while their teacher is absent, following the instructions left by the class teacher to facilitate high-quality learning. The positive working relationships you establish with students will enable you to encourage them to engage in the planned learning activities and ensure that they behave well in class.
Successful candidates will be:
•    Passionate about enabling every child to achieve to their full potential
•    Motivated, confident and keen to learn to inspire and challenge students to succeed
•    Hold at least 5 higher-grade (grade C and above) GCSE passes, or equivalent qualifications, including English and mathematics.

A teaching qualification is not essential but you should have previous experience of working with children/young people in an educational setting.

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

We encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability or age (as long as you're over 18). Please note that we do not hold a Home Office sponsor licence.

To apply
We welcome applications using either the TES application procedure or our own application form. This can be downloaded from our website, where full job details and comprehensive information about the school can also be found. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any queries (hr@ullswatercc.co.uk).

Closing date for applications: 23rd February 2025
We aim to hold interviews the following week

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 reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is found.

We regret that only successful applicants will be contacted.
 

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

Contract: Relief/Casual 

Required start May 2025

St Bernard’s Catholic School is a high performing Secondary school in a beautiful corner of Cumbria, at stone’s throw from the Lake District National Park– an incredible place to live and work. We are a school where all are ‘known and loved’. We are proud to be part of the Mater Christi Trust comprising 16 schools (and growing) across Cumbria and Lancashire, providing incredible opportunities for growth and development for our staff. 

We are seeking to appoint Invigilators  to join our school. 
You would be involved in assisting an experienced team of invigilators in the setting up of examinations and would be working as a member of a team aimed at ensuring the fair and proper conduct of examinations in a calm environment that enables students to perform to the best of their ability. 

Our School 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. 
• Centralised behavior systems to support teaching staff.
• 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/vacancies

Completed applications should be returned to: angela.williams@mater-christi.com

Closing Date:  12 noon on Monday 3rd March 2025 
Shortlisting: Week beginning  Monday  3rd March 2025 
Interviews:  To be confirmed 

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’.