Part time 23 hours per week, Monday – Friday 
Permanent Post

Newton Village Academy is part of the Furness Education Trust, a multi-academy trust based in Barrow in Furness, Cumbria. Currently comprised of six academies, the Trust aims to develop best practice in each school across the whole Trust, by collaborating and working together to give the best of everything to every child. Being located near the center of the historic shipbuilding town and close to the southern boundary of the Lake District National Park, Victoria Academy serves the Furness community.

Newton Village Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced and conscientious Senior Teaching Assistant with primary school experience. The successful candidate will join a highly motivated and hardworking staff team.  

The successful candidate will:
•    Have previous experience of working 1-1 and lead small groups with targeted learning tasks. 
•    Have a good knowledge of the KS1 and KS2 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.
•    Be a committed team member but also able to work with independence when required.

We can offer:
•    An excellent school
•    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 and widen experience

Newton Village Academy 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.  

For further information regarding this post and to apply, please download an application form from our websites at www.newtonvillageacademy.co.uk, or www.furnesseducationtrust.co.uk Please note we only accept CVs with a fully completed application form.

Closing date:  Monday 16th September 2024
Shortlisting: Monday 16th September 2024
Interviews: TBC

Fixed Term Year 5 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave

(0.2 plus PPA)

The children, staff and Governing Body of Kirkby Stephen Primary School are seeking to appoint a teacher to join our dedicated team.  This post will be to cover maternity leave on a fixed term contract from 1 November 2024 to July 2025.
 
The successful candidates will:
•    Have a passion for teaching and be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of how children learn.
•    Have a good understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
•    Have high expectations of our pupils and be able to support children of all abilities through inclusive practice.
•    Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
•    Demonstrate a commitment to achieving high standards and excellent progress for all.
•    Be a positive role model to pupils and other staff; demonstrating high levels of motivation, commitment and enthusiasm.
•    Be able to work as part of an effective and dedicated team.
•    Be flexible, supportive and committed to the full life of the school.
•    Demonstrate good classroom management and organisation.
 
We can offer you:
•    A committed and supportive staffing team.
•    Enthusiastic, thoughtful and well-mannered children within a well-resourced classroom.
•    School values that are integral to school life.
•    Opportunities for continuing, supportive professional development.
 
Kirkby Stephen Primary School is a one form entry primary school for pupils aged 3-11 based in the small market town of Kirkby Stephen. We value working closely with the community to ensure the very best for our children and strive to make the most of our beautiful surroundings.
 
Kirkby Stephen Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, which will include a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (to include a children’s barred list check), references, Right to Work in the UK and a work place health assessment.

Visits to the school are highly recommended and will be warmly welcomed. Please telephone if you would like to visit at the following times: Monday 30th September 2024 at 1.30pm or 4pm.

For an application pack and further details please e-mail to the following address office@ksps.cumbria.sch.uk 

Applications, when submitted, should be sent electronically to the above address. All applications must be received at school by 12pm on Monday 7th October 2024.  All candidates selected for interview will be notified before 5pm on Tuesday 8th October 2024 by email.

Interviews will be held on Friday 11th October 2024.
 

Due to increasing numbers, the Governors are seeking to appoint two enthusiastic, experienced and conscientious Teaching Assistants with primary school experience to start on Monday 4th November.  These will initially be on a fixed term contract, with a view to becoming permanent dependent on numbers.  The successful candidates will initially work in our Ladybirds Unit, working alongside others to provide care and support for children with Education Health and Care Plans.  Experience of supporting children with autism, developmental delay or speech and language challenges would be an advantage.  They may also be required to work across school from Nursery to Year 2. 

PCD5 £23,893 per annum pro rata, term time only (38 weeks plus 1 week INSET). Actual salary £15,201 per annum.

Required For 27.5 hours per week term time only.

Ramsden Infant School is a town centre school with approximately 110 children. We are a friendly and supportive workplace. You will be joining a team of people who are very good at their jobs, work hard, but know how to look after each other and enjoy being together.

The successful candidates will:
• 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 who is adaptable and proactive.
• Be a committed team member who is able to work with independence when required

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
• A commitment to your continuing professional development

Ramsden Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. Confirmed appointments will only be made after references have been checked and medical checks carried out.

Visits to the school are encouraged where further details about the role can be given.

Application forms and information are available from the Westmorland and Furness website or by contacting school admin@ramsden.cumbria.sch.uk or phoning school on 01229 840950.

Please return all applications to admin@ramsden.cumbria.sch.uk 

Closing Date: Friday 27th September 2024 3pm.
Interviews to be held the week commencing 30th September 2024.

Commencement Date: October 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter 

The Governors of this friendly, successful, one form entry, Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and committed Site Manager/Caretaker who can make a significant contribution to the school. 

Working Hours: 20hrs per week. Permanent All Year Round (7.15 am – 9.15am and 4.00pm-6.00pm, shift pattern negotiable) Salary: OP5 £24,702(B) pro rata (£12.80 an hour)

The main focus of the role is to undertake repair & maintenance, security of the building, health & safety, fire safety and statutory compliance. Other duties include undertaking safety audits and risk assessments and ensuring regular health and safety checks are completed e.g. fire alarms, emergency lighting and legionella testing. 

We are looking for someone who:
•    Has a positive attitude and can build excellent relationships with colleagues and the whole school community
•    Has a sound awareness of health and safety issues 
•    Can manage the planned maintenance programme and oversee the delivery of statutory compliance tasks
•    Can maintain accurate and up to date records
•    Can carry out routine maintenance and basic repairs
•    Can spot opportunities to improve efficiencies and working practices and take appropriate action.

 Basic experience of joinery, plumbing, repairs and maintenance would be an advantage, but not essential. Informal visits to the school are warmly encouraged if you wish. Application forms can be arranged by e-mailing the School Business Manager, Amanda Simpson office@ksps.cumbria.sch.uk or telephone 017683 71387.

Kirkby Stephen Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to excellent references and pre-employment checks including health, right to work in the UK, and an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: 27th September 2024 (12:00 noon) 
Interview Date: 2nd October 2024 

Start date: as soon as possible

Behaviour Hub Lead 
37 hours per week, permanent 

Monday to Friday, term-time only plus 1 week INSET and 1 week in school holidays
£34,314 FTE (£30,139 actual/pro rata pa)

Plus generous LGPS pension with employer contribution 

We Seek an enthusiastic Behaviour Hub Lead to join our team to provide support to students who are challenging the expectations of the school.

If you are supportive and understand the needs of children with experience in working in education or similar setting we would like to hear from you.

The Successful candidate will be highly motivated and be competent with IT particularly Microsoft office.

Excellent attention to detail, grammatical and numerical accuracy and organisational skills are essential, as is discretion and confidentiality. You will also possess outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and be competent in managing your time.

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. 

Closing date: by Thursday 12th September 2024
Interviews: TBC

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

 Fixed-term, Full time Class Teacher 

The children, staff and governors of Cambridge Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational teacher to join our wonderful, dedicated team as soon as possible due to the unexpected illness of a member of staff, initially until the end of the Spring term. 

We would welcome applications from newly qualified and/or recently qualified teachers.

We are looking for someone who has:
•    excellent classroom organisation and behaviour management skills;
•    high expectations of all pupils and is committed to creating a stimulating classroom environment;
•    the ability to enthuse children to learn and understands what is required to secure outstanding progress;
•    a passion for education and is able to demonstrate consistently good and outstanding classroom practice;
•    excellent communication skills at all levels and has experience of managing support staff effectively;
•    the ability to inspire, motivate and work effectively in a team;
•    experience of teaching pupils with various SEND needs;
•    the ability to support children, of all abilities, through inclusive practice;
•    great creativity and knows how to support children to become independent, persevere with challenges and present their work to a high standard;
•    a belief in the development of the whole child.

We can offer you:
•    a clear, well-structured curriculum from which to build exciting learning opportunities
•    an openness to new ideas and approaches
•    a team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued
•    an engaging and nurturing environment with an emphasis on caring, supporting and learning from and with each other
•    friendly, enthusiastic pupils who love coming to school
•    a genuine commitment to your continued professional development
•    support from our highly-experienced staff both in the school and across the trust
•    a well-maintained, well-resourced school with an extensive site.

For a copy of our Welcome Pack, with further information and our trust application form, please email admin@cambridge.cumbria.sch.uk. 

Cambridge Primary School and South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust (SCMAT) are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. The school has rigorous child protection policies and procedures in place. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check, criminal records check and excellent professional references are required for the post. 

Visits by prospective applicants are welcomed and encouraged by prior arrangement. Please contact our school office to make arrangements by email admin@cambridge.cumbria.sch.uk or by telephone 01229 827761.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 12th September 2024
Interviews are likely to take place: Monday 16th September 2024