The post is temporary (see below*) for approx. 32.5 hours per week – required for a September 2024 start. 

We are looking for a caring, patient and enthusiastic teaching assistant who can join our dedicated school team. Our ethos puts the child firmly at the centre of everything we do and the decisions we make.

Prior experience of supporting pupils with special educational needs is essential. Equally important to this role is enthusiasm, flexibility and the ability to use own initiative. Primarily, the role will involve supporting children with Educational Health and Care Plans (EHCP) in Reception but at times working in other areas of the school. 

Believing and understanding that every child is unique and having high expectations of all children, is absolutely vital for this role.

The successful person will need to be able to adapt, and prepare teaching resources (under the direction of the class teacher and/or SENCO) to meet the needs of the child and teach the next steps through engaging teaching and learning activities.

The successful candidate will work as part of Early Years team and will be supported by our experienced and dedicated staff. They should be able to show initiative and versatility in responding to pupils’ individual needs in a calm and positive manner. A relevant Level 2 qualification is essential. 

*Post is temporary and the hours and timetables are reviewed termly as the position is EHCP funded. Initially for one year (up to 31st August 2025, due to Budget restrictions) with a possibility to extend.

Brunswick School can offer:

• Friendly, happy and confident children

• An opportunity to join our unique team of people who love what they do and the community that we serve

• An extremely supportive Governing Body that strive to build on our successes and provide the very best learning environment, opportunities and experiences for our children 

We believe strongly that the child should be at the centre of the decisions we make and so we work closely with families in our diverse school community to build positive relationships and provide a safe, caring and rich learning environment. Through our caring, nurturing environment we are able to provide excellent learning opportunities and experiences whilst maintaining the highest aspirations for every child to succeed. 

If you share our vision, values and aspirations and would like to know more about the role or for an application pack please email our Business Lead Jane Jay or Elaine Scott-Collins (term time) at admin@brunswick.cumbria.sch.uk or telephone the office on 01768 213200 or on our website: www.brunswick.cumbria.sch.uk under vacancies. 

Brunswick School is committed to the principles of safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. 

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and excellent professional references. 

Closing date for applications: Friday 12th July 2024 at noon.

Interviews will take place week commencing 15th July 2024.

Start date – September 2024

Permanent - Term time only + 5 days

28.5 hrs per week

The main purpose of the role is to support the work of teaching and senior staff to implement agreed work programmes with individuals or small groups, in and out of the classroom. You will support the class teacher in addressing pupil’s social, emotional and behaviour needs as well as supporting academic learning. You will need to establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model at all times. This role will include communication with parents/carers and external agencies.

The qualities we are looking for include:

· Ability to relate well to children and adults and communicate at all levels

· Experience of working effectively with pupils presenting challenging behaviours.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team

· Knowledge and experience of behaviour management.

· Experience of working with primary aged children

· Experience of working with pupils with additional needs

Appropriate induction and CPD will be provided to the successful candidate.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to a DBS. If you are interested in applying, please complete an application form, explaining how your skills and experiences would help you succeed in this role at Greengate Junior School.

Closing date: Friday 19th July 2024

Interviews : From 10am, 25th July 2024

We encourage visits to the school, if you wish to visit please contact the school office.

Those wishing to apply:

Download an application form from the Westmorland and Furness website, further information is available from the school admin address, admin@greengate-jun.cumbria.sch.uk  and completed applications should be emailed to: aphillips@greengate-jun.cumbria.sch.uk

Required September 2024

Kirkby Stephen Primary School require a School Administrator to join our happy and successful team. This is a permanent position and we would like someone to work 18 hours over 3 days a week. Grade 6 SCP7&8 (BS6) £24,294 - £24,702 per annum, pro rata, term time only plus 2 weeks.

This is a wide and varied role and duties / responsibilities include:
•    Receptionist duties including answering calls, emails and greeting visitors  
•    Monitoring the register and following up absences
•    Updating and using the Schools Information System and other IT applications
•    Updating the website
•    Undertaking some complex financial processes
•    Communicating with children, staff, parents and the wider community 
•    Monitoring and ordering of school meals
•    Internal administration of trips & after school clubs
•    Maintaining medical records
We are looking for someone who:
•    Has excellent inter-personal and communication skills
•    Is committed to working as part of a happy team
•    Is hard working and will enjoy creating and providing a stimulating learning environment both indoors and out
•    Demonstrates excellent Maths and English skills
We can offer you:
•    A very supportive and friendly team of colleagues and Governors
•    Enthusiastic and well-behaved children 
•    Supportive parents, families and community

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.

Further information including a job profile and application form, is available via the email address; office@ksps.cumbria.sch.uk. 

Closing date: 12pm Monday 15th July 2024
Interviews Held: Friday 19th July 2024
 

The Governors of St Bernard’s Catholic High School in Barrow in Furness are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant
Contract: Permanent

Required start: As soon as possible.

St Bernard’s is a successful Catholic comprehensive school and part of the Diocese of Lancaster, serving the community of Furness and is on the edge of the Lake District National Park. 
 
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to work as part of the Inclusion Department in school. As a Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting pupils’ social, physical and emotional well-being in order to help them realise their full academic potential in a range of curriculum areas. Under the supervision of teaching staff and the school SENCO you will undertake a range of tasks to support teaching and learning of pupils with special educational needs by working with individuals or small groups either in or outside
of the classroom.

In return we 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. 
● 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
Completed applications should be returned to: angela.williams@mater-christi.com

Closing Date:  08 July 2024
Shortlisting:   Week beginning 08 July 2024
Interviews:     Week beginning 08 July 2024

Applications will be assessed as they are submitted, and we reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and to make an appointment before this date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. 

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’.

Start date: 2nd September 2024

Midday Supervisor
Term time only, permanent
7.5hours per week (11:45-13:15 Mon-Fri)

We are seeking a Midday Supervisor to join our special school. Responsibilities will include providing support for the classroom staff during lunchtime and some supervision of the pupils for this period. Experience of working with children with special needs is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.

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 an application form available via our website: www.georgehastwell.org.uk and emailing to applications@thefellstrust.org

Closing date for applications: 7th July 2024
Interviews will be held: TBC

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

Teaching Assistant – Fixed Term Contract
Term Time only plus 5 Inset Days
32.5 hours per week –08:30 to 15:30
Salary PCD5A – SCP 6 (£ 23,893.00 Per Annum) - Pro rata 
Start date – 1st September 2024 

Alston Moor Federation is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work with pupils who have additional educational needs based at Alston Primary School. This role is based on a for 32.5 hours a week, and the working hours are 8:30 to 15:30, Monday to Friday, with a thirty minute unpaid lunch break each day. The post is term time only, plus 5 inset days. This post is linked to SEND funding, with a potential for this to be extended.

Alston Moor Federation comprises of three schools which serve the communities on Alston Moor, and includes Samuel King’s School, Alston Primary School and Nenthead Primary School.  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 candidate will have experience of working in schools and will have a knowledge of preparing and developing resources for learning activities and supporting learners in small groups and on a 1 to 1 basis, inside and outside of the classroom.  They will be flexible, enthusiastic, creative and willing to work across all of the primary school ages if required. There will also be some break and lunchtime supervision of children as part of this role.

 You will work under the guidance of teaching staff and you may be asked to support access to learning and provide 1 to 1 support. Work may be carried out in the classroom but may include accompanying a specific child on school trips and visits. 

Electronic applications are fully acceptable and these should be emailed to rdawson@alston.cumbria.sch.uk marked for the attention of Mrs Pamela Seaton, our business manager.  

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Thursday, 11th July 2024. If you have not heard from us by Wednesday 17th July 2024, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Shortlisting and interviews will be scheduled following the closing date

Application packs are available at https://www.alstonmoorfederation.org.uk/vacancies
Alston Moor Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks which will include an enhanced DBS check, along with two satisfactory references.
 

Hours of work: Permanent, full time (37 hours per week) or part-time
Working pattern: Term-time only + 1 week + holiday allowance (a total of 44.65 paid weeks per year)
Salary: Grade 6: £24,294 to £24,702 (pro rata pay is £20,844 to £21,194)

•    Do you enjoy working with young people, helping to make a difference to their progress and attainment at school?
•    Could you be a responsible role model, demonstrating positive behaviour in the classroom and around school?

If so, we would like to hear from you. We are looking for enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join our large, dedicated team helping students access learning in the classroom. These permanent full-time or part-time roles (depending on your requirements) will start on 1 September 2024.

We are looking for experienced learning support assistants and/or for those considering a career in education, either in learning support or to gain experience before undertaking teacher training.
The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate a passion for learning that will inspire and motivate children to be independent learners. You will need to have high expectations for the students you work with; we will provide training to enable you to become confident in the classroom.

The role requires level 2 qualifications in literacy and numeracy. Previous relevant experience is helpful but not essential.

Purpose
Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff to:
•    Build positive relationships with students to promote self-esteem and to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
•    Support students with their social, emotional and mental health needs.
•    Provide one-to-one support for students with special educational needs, ensuring that they integrate as fully as possible in the activities undertaken by other students and make the desired progress.
•    Assist in classroom management and behaviour support.
•    Assist with the development and delivery of individual education, support and care plans.
•    Provide tutoring and additional support to students who require extra assistance.
•    Assist classroom teachers in the planning, management and/or preparation of resources.
•    Cover lessons when the regular teacher is absent, to a maximum of 3 lessons each week, and/or supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers, the primary focus being to maintain good order and to keep students on task.
•    Communicate effectively with students, parents and other members of staff.

About us
UCC is a larger than average 11–18 comprehensive school serving the biggest catchment area in England. We received an Ofsted Good rating in April 2023 and were recognised as ‘Best Secondary School in Cumbria’ at the annual NewsQuest Educational awards in October 2023.

This is an exciting time to be joining UCC. We have been named in the school rebuilding programme and planning and project works will begin in the very near future; we will soon have some of the newest and best-resourced school buildings in the country.

UCC is a friendly, supportive employer with a lot to offer its employees. Our Staff Wellbeing group and approachable leadership team work hard to maintain a responsive and professional working environment. Benefits to employees include but are not limited to:

•    A welcoming and supportive community, where staff really do matter – our Staff Wellbeing group is an integral part of the school culture
•    Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
•    Membership of the Health Assured employee assistance programme
•    Access to the latest technology to support all staff roles
•    Cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme
•    Access to comprehensive training and development
•    A chance to contribute to the future development and direction of the school and our wider community.

We encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, disability or age (as long as you're over 18).

To apply
Please visit the job vacancies area of the school website (https://ullswatercc.co.uk/vacancies/) and download and complete the application form. Return via email to hr@ullswatercc.co.uk

Closing date for applications: 12 noon Monday 8 July 2024. We will 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.

To start Monday 2nd September 2024

Finance Administrator

Permanent position x 2 = 16 hours per week, Monday to Friday 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 over 800 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 two Finance Administrators to assist the School Business Manager in specific financial areas in order to ensure the smooth and efficient management of the school’s finances.

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

We would welcome applications from someone who has: 
•    NVQ3 or equivalent qualification or experience in relevant discipline. 
•    Recent finance and budgetary experience.
•    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. 

Completed application forms to be returned to Mrs. N. Royle at Dowdales School by 9am, Friday 5th July 2024 by email nroyle@dowdales.cumbria.sch.uk or post.  If you have any questions or queries about any aspect of this procedure please do not hesitate to contact us on the above email address.  

Dowdales School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust Safeguarding processes and procedures that promote a culture of Safeguarding amongst our staff and volunteers. 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 AN APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED
 

The children, staff and governors of Selside Endowed CE Primary School wish to appoint a teacher for Class 1 (Nursery, Reception and Year 1) to join our enthusiastic and dedicated staff team, starting September 2024. 

The role is a 0.22 FTE, MPR, part-time role with a temporary fixed term contract for 1 year from September 2024 to 31st August 2025 due to fluctuations in admissions.  There may also be the option to work as a HLTA for one day for the right candidate.
Salary: M1 – M6 (£30,000 - £41,333) pro rata.

We would like a friendly team-player to provide high quality teaching in Early Years/KS1. Experience of teaching in Early Years is essential.  

The successful candidate will join our experienced staff team, and will:
•    Be hard-working, have high standards, and enjoy the challenge of working in a small school environment
•    Have experience of teaching in, and of the Early Years provision and initiatives with the the ability to creatively meet the needs of all the children in our mixed age class.  
•    Be flexible, with the ability to plan collaboratively and willingness to play an active part in the wider life of the school. 
•    Be able to promote the schools chosen Christian values and the understanding of the importance of them in Church Schools. 
•    Be knowledgeable about how young children learn, teaching phonics, and the importance of play. 
•    Have an understanding of how the outdoors can promote learning.

Selside Primary School is an Ofsted graded ‘Good’ school (March 24) located in idyllic countryside, 10 minutes drive from the town of Kendal, Cumbria.  We have a vibrant and active school community with happy well-behaved children who love coming to school and are keen to learn.  

Our unique setting affords lots of opportunity for creative and outdoor learning and which has a strong emphasis on basic skills and high achievement for all of our pupils. Our Christian ethos and school values permeate the way the children interact with each other and with adults within the school and our wider school community.

Selside Primary School is fully committed to the principles of safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and excellent professional references will be sought. 

A visit to the school is welcomed, by appointment.  Please contact the school office via email: business.manager@selside.sch.uk  to book a visit. 

To apply please email business.manager@selside.cumbria.sch.uk for an application pack. This can also be found in the Vacancies section of our school website https://selside.cumbria.sch.uk/current-vacancy/.

Complete all sections of the Westmorland & Furness Council job application form. Email your completed application form and a covering letter to business.manager@selside.cumbria.sch.uk before the closing date. 

Closing date for applications:  By 12 noon on Wednesday 10 July 2024

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and this will be by email

Interviews will take place on Monday 15 July 2024.  Please note that referees will be contacted prior to interview.
 

Office Administrator – 25 hours per week
-Required 2nd September 2024
-Permanent, Term time only

Ireleth St Peter’s CofE Primary School is a friendly, welcoming and successful Primary school, set in beautiful surroundings. With approximately 80 pupils, we are seeking to appoint a part-time, friendly and professional Office Administrator to run our school office. We would like the successful candidate to work 25 hours across 5 days so the office is manned daily, however, there can be a degree of flexibility in deciding how these hours are worked. 

In joining our staff, you will become a member of a highly motivated, supported and hardworking staff team.  

We are looking for an individual who:
•    Has excellent IT and communication skills
•    Is well-organised, motivated and efficient
•    Has the ability to prioritise, work to deadlines and show initiative 
•    Will be friendly and supportive of our pupils, staff and parents 
•    Supports our school values and ethos
•    Has outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to work harmoniously, and professionally, as part of a team

We can offer:
•    Supportive and friendly parents
•    Well-behaved, engaged pupils, who work hard and make excellent progress 
•    An ambitious, well-resourced and supportive school who are constantly striving for improvement
•    Friendly and experienced staff and governors
•    Supportive, continuing professional development within school and our cluster

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 5th July 2024, 3pm
Shortlisting: Monday 8th July 2024, PM
Interviews: Thursday 11th July 2024, PM 

Application packs can be obtained by emailing head@irelethst-peters.cumbria.sch.uk  

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