Commence 2nd September 2024.

Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term Contract until 31st August 2025)

19 hours per week 

The Governors of Coniston CE Primary School are looking for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our happy and successful team. The appointment is from Monday 2nd September 2024 and is for 19 hours a week, (Monday - Friday 9am to 12pm and two afternoons to be confirmed from 1pm – 3pm). The post involves working mostly in KS1 but there will be some hours in KS2.  The role will involve class support and supporting small groups of pupils under the direction of the class teacher.  The post will be a 1-year fixed term contract running until 31st August 2025 but may extend beyond this depending on pupil numbers.

Further information, including a detailed job description and an application form, is available via the school email address. A letter of application plus 2 written references are also required.

If you are considering applying for the post, and wish to visit the school, please contact Miss Danielle Fitzsimons on 015394 41302.

Coniston CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date for applications:  Friday 19th July 2024.

Interviews will be held on: TBC
 

The children, staff and Governing Body of Sedbergh Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team from September 2024. 

•    This is initially a 1-year, temporary contract, due to the movement of SEN children.
•    As well as supporting some whole class teaching, you will work as part of a team across the school, led by our SENDCo, to prepare and deliver learning that supports a group of children with SEND.
•    The hours of work are flexible and to be negotiated with the successful candidate (minimum of 21 hours per week).
•    PCD 5 £23,893 per annum, pro-rata (hourly rate £12.38), term time only

The successful candidate will;
•    Have high expectations of our pupils with a commitment to achieving high standards and excellent progress.
•    Be flexible, supportive and committed to the life of the school.
•    Be a positive role model to pupils and other staff, demonstrating high levels of motivation and enthusiasm.
•    Have some knowledge and experience of supporting children with a range of additional special needs, in particular ASC.
•    Be able to work as part of an effective and committed team.
•    Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

We can offer you;
•    A strong, supportive and experienced staff team
•    Enthusiastic, thoughtful and well-mannered children
•    School values that are integral to school life
•    Opportunities for continuing, supportive professional development

Sedbergh Primary School is a medium sized (NOR 157), rural primary school based in the town of Sedbergh at the western border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. We are a vibrant learning community who teach and nurture a group of bright and enthusiastic children. We have a dedicated staff team who work together toward a shared ethos. We are passionate about children achieving their full potential and becoming ready to live as citizens of the modern world.

Sedbergh Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils. The school engages with young people and staff in Policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, which 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.

“Pupils’ smiles show how much they enjoy school,” Ofsted, July 2023. Why not come and see this for yourself? Visits to the school are highly recommended and will be warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 015396 20510 to book a visit. 

An application form can be downloaded from the school website www.sedberghprimary.org.uk
All applications, including a completed application form and a supporting letter of no more than 1 side of A4, should be emailed to admin@sedbergh-pri.cumbria.sch.uk before the closing date below, for the attention of the Headteacher and Governing Body. 

Closing date for applications is 12noon on Friday 5th July 2024.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 11th July 2024 – you will be contacted directly if invited to attend.

Required for Autumn Term 2024- September.

PCD5 - Grade 5, SCP6 (£11.39 per hr)  20 hrs per week (times to be decided).

The children, staff and governors are looking to appoint one Teaching Assistant for September 2024. We would like a friendly team player with high expectations to join our enthusiastic, hardworking team.  Under the direction of teachers/senior staff, tasks to include supporting children 1-1, organising the provision of active break times by arranging, setting up and facilitating games and activities for children across the age ranges. There will also be some general classroom based tasks alongside the main duties.

Essential Attributes

·       Is hard-working, has high standards and enjoys the challenge of working in a small school environment.

·       Experience of working with small groups or individual children.

·       Understands the importance of play based learning.

·       Team member but to also show initiative when required.  

·       Is knowledgeable and organised.

·       Is helpful, understanding, calm and consistent in their standards and behaviour.

·       Is flexible, enjoys sharing ideas and who understands the importance of collaboration.

·       Will promote the schools chosen Christian values and, has an understanding of the importance of them in Church Schools.

Desirable Attributes

·       Has an interest in developing learning thorugh outdoor play.

·       Has an interest in providing quality 1-1 intervention and support.

The Good Shepherd Trust and Penny Bridge CE Academy 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.

Visits to school from Monday 24th June

Closing date for applications: Friday 12th July
Invitations to interview will be issued on: Monday 15th July
Interviews: Wednesday 17th July

The Governors of St Bernard’s Catholic High School in Barrow in Furness are looking to appoint a Teacher of French (and Spanish also preferable but not compulsory)

Salary: MPR/UPR ECTs welcome 

To Teach Key Stage: 3 & 4

Required start: 1st September 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter
 
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 seeking to appoint a permanent, enthusiastic, creative and highly motivated Teacher of French and possibly Spanish to join our school. This post is suitable for either an experienced teacher or a newly qualified teacher. The MFL department prides themselves on their students’ successes, friendly learning environment and innovative teaching.

Candidates are welcome to visit our school before applying, please email the Headteacher’s PA, Rae Peacock, to arrange this at: rpeacock@stbernardsschool.uk

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: Monday 1st July 2024 at 9am
Shortlisting: Week beginning Monday 1st July 2024
Interviews:  Week beginning Monday 1st July 2024

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’

Full-time, Teaching Assistant (SEN) 

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 28 June 2024 at noon.

Interviews will take place week commencing 1st July 2024.
 

Start date: 2nd September 2024

32.5 hours pw worked over 5 days per week 
Permanent. Term-time plus 3 days INSET
Salary FTE £25,183 pa (actual/pro rata £18,750 pa ) £12.38 per hour
Plus generous LGPS pension with employer contribution 

We are seeking a Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly, experienced team.

The successful candidate will:
•    Give individual support to named students
•    Have the skills to work with students who have complex needs 
•    Work with Learning Support Teachers to deliver planned programmes

Although experience and qualifications will be an advantage, first and foremost we wish to appoint the right person to complement our team. 

GCSE English and Maths are essential as is an NVQ LEVEL 2 qualification (or equivalent) relevant to supporting children.

 If you feel you have the right skills and experience and would the opportunity to undertake this rewarding role in an innovative school, we would be delighted to receive an application from you. 

The school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS).
Please apply via our website: https://www.qks.org.uk/Staff-Vacancies/ 

Closing date for applications: 30th June 2024
Interview date: TBC

If you have any queries, please contact Human Resources via 
 applications@thefellstrust.org 

Required 1st September 2024 

2 x Part Time Teaching Assistant Posts 32.5 hours 

PCD5 £23,893-part time pro rata , term time (£18,046 actual) this is dependent on experience and relevant qualifications.

The Governors of Beaconside Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoint 2 skilled and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support our children with their learning.

1 x Teaching Assistant post working in our SEND unit alongside children with complex special educational needs. The post is temporary part-time 32.5 hours until 31st August 2025. The post holder will ideally hold a NNEB or NVQ level 2/3 in Education or equivalent, or be prepared to undertake the relevant qualifications for the role. This is due to an increase in children with EHCP’s

1 x Teaching Assistant post working in our EYFS. The post holder will ideally hold a NNEB or NVQ level 2/3 in Education or equivalent.  Permanent part-time 32.5 hours.

We can offer a welcoming school with children that are polite, well-behaved and keen to learn and they would be joining a staff team that have developed a positive, hard-working and committed culture through everyone living our school behaviours;
•    Connected in all our action, we first seek to engage and connect with children, parents and staff in order to be every child’s champion 
•    Passionate about self-development and that of others in all our actions so we break the glass ceiling of expectation for our children, ourselves and our school community
•    Committed to go above and beyond in our thinking and actions in achieving our vision and values for every child 

We are looking for individuals who can approach supporting children in line with our school behaviours and who can demonstrate;
•    warmth and care in developing a positive relationship with individual children
•    willingness to understand individual children’s needs and the flexibility to meet these
•    desire to work collaboratively and act on specialist advice

As a school we pride ourselves on the support and development we provide for all staff and can offer;
•    Mentoring and support to develop new skills 
•    Access to professional development to enhance knowledge
•    Opportunities for career progression through accredited training programmes

 The hours will be 8:30am- 3:30pm, 5 days a week 

Closing date for applications is: Friday 5th July 2024 @ 12pm.

Shortlisting Monday 8th July 2024

Successful candidates will be notified of interview on Monday 8th July 2024

Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 10th July or Friday 12th July 2024

You can request an application pack from the school office via email office@beaconside.cumbria.sch.uk alongside person specification and job description. 

Beaconside Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be appointed on completion of an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and satisfactory references.
 

Teaching Assistant - Temporary Part Time 
PCD 5 £23,893 (FTE) per annum pro rata - Term time only
29 hours per week

The Local Governing Board of Ormsgill Nursery and Primary School are seeking to appoint a patient and dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children with learning, communication and sensory needs. Experience of supporting a child with additional needs would be an advantage. Where appropriate, training will be given in order to support the successful candidate. 

The post will begin September 2024 and is temporary due to funding attached to specific children (until August 2025)

Ormsgill Primary School is a member of South Cumbria Multi Academy Trust (SCMAT), with an aim to inspire young people and change lives through excellence in education in South Cumbria. 

You will need:
•    experience of working with children
•    a relevant Level 2 or higher qualification 
•    the ability to build good relationships
•    a basic understanding of how children develop and learn
•    the ability to work as part of a team
•    good reading, writing and numeracy skills
•    patience and a sense of humour

You are encouraged to visit the school and will be warmly welcomed. Please telephone the school on 01229 830431 to arrange a convenient time.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. School will also undertake online checks of any shortlisted candidates. Application forms and information packs can be downloaded from our website: www.ormsgill.cumbria.sch.uk 

Please send your completed application form, addressed to the Headteacher, along with accompanying letter by Friday 5 July 2024. Email applications are welcome. Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 15 July 2024.

Temporary part time Teacher 0.5 FTE 

To start 1st September 2024.

 Grayrigg CE Primary school for an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher to join our supportive and experienced staff, to start in September 2024. Newly qualified and recently qualified teachers are welcome to apply.

The post is a temporary 1-year fixed term contract from 1st September 2024 to 31st August 2025 due to temporary staff restructure.

Please email admin@grayrigg.cumbria.sch.uk for an application pack. 

The post will involve teaching year 3 and 4 for two and a half days per week. There may also be the option to work as a Teaching Assistant for the remaining two and a half days for the right candidate.

We need a candidate whose love of teaching and passion for developing pedagogy is strong and most importantly, somebody who feels they can whole-heartedly commit to our school's vision which can be read here 
 
We would like to hear from you if you: 
• Are a professional and highly motivated teacher who still gets excited about teaching.  
• Have experience of working in primary schools 
• Have a passion for developing independence in learning and have the confidence to work within the school’s curriculum.  
• Are an effective practitioner with high expectations of yourself and others. 
• Have a commitment to ensuring children can take responsibility for their own learning.  
• Possess excellent organisation and communication skills and have the ability to be flexible and work within a team. 
• Value relationships with parents, pupils, staff, governors and the wider community. 
In return we offer: 
• A strong team of professional, dedicated staff who are committed to maintaining high standards and put children at the forefront of everything they do. 
• A supportive leadership team and professional development opportunities. 
• A forward-thinking school who strives to achieve the best for all its pupils. 
• An excellent, well-resourced indoor and outdoor environment. 
• Friendly, well-behaved children and supportive families. 
• Supportive, hard-working colleagues and governors who care passionately about our school and local community. 
• Opportunity to work with Chartered College of teaching as we are one of 6 schools selected nationally to participate in the incredibly exciting rethinking the curriculum project,  
 
You can get a good feel for our school from our social media pages and further information is included in the application pack available - please email admin@grayrigg.cumbria.sch.uk for a copy of this.

The closing date for applications is Monday 1st July 2024 at midday. 
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and this will be by the end of 3rd July. 
Interviews will take place in the week commencing 8th July.  Please note that referees will be contacted prior to the interview. 
 
HOW TO APPLY 
Please email admin@grayrigg.cumbria.sch.uk for a copy of the application pack, complete all sections of the Westmorland & Furness Council job application form. Email your completed application form and a covering letter to admin@grayrigg.cumbria.sch.uk before the closing date. 
 
Grayrigg CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of its children. We are committed to being a mentally healthy school and to supporting the health and wellbeing of our pupils and staff.  Candidates for this post must supply a full employment history and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check; appointment is conditional upon its satisfactory return. 

Required for September 2024 fixed term initially for 12 months due to pupil numbers 

Part time PPA Cover Teacher

Salary: MPR pro rata 

The governors of Brough Community Primary School are looking to appoint a PPA cover teacher to join our lovely and thriving village school, from September 2024. The post will be for one afternoon in our fabulous Acorns Class, comprising Reception and Year 1 pupils.  The post would be suitable for all teaching applicants, from Early Career Teachers to experienced practitioners.  We are also happy to hear from qualified Higher Level Teaching Assistants, who could take the class with appropriate support and planning in place.  Please have a look at our website to get a feel for the school: www.broughschool.org .

Brough Community Primary School is a thriving, successful school with a great staff team.  We are rated ‘Good in all areas’ by Ofsted (2019) and are national leaders in online learning.  Our curriculum offer celebrates our local environment – we are a passionate Eco-School and are recent Cumbria Eco-forum’s Within School Action award winners

This is an exciting opportunity for any teacher seeking to work in a progressive, caring school which is at the heart of its community.  We are also conscious that jobs are two-way processes and it would be just as important to hear what you would also like to get from us as a school – we are committed to delivering high-quality CPD for all staff!  As well as this one half day per week, there would inevitably be need to call upon trusted staff for extra cover periods and we would hope this appointment would be our first port of call for those requests.

The successful candidate will:
•Be an enthusiastic practitioner, keen to take on a mixed Year R/1 class (approximately 25 pupils). 
•Have experience of planning for all subjects within the two key stages.
•Have a passion for the environment.
•Be up-to-date with approaches to teaching and keen to take on new challenges in the profession.
•Have familiarity and ideally, experience of delivering synthetics phonics programmes (we use Little Wandle).
•Maintain our warm and welcoming environment to enable all children to reach their full potential.

Please indicate your strengths and interests as a candidate, especially on your letter of application.
Here at Brough Community Primary School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its employees to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this post.  Please contact the school for an application pack on 017683 41284 or email: admin@brough.cumbria.sch.uk

Candidates are encouraged to come and visit the school in advance of application, please contact the school office to arrange this.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 11th July 2024 9 AM
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th July 2024

The school reserves the right to withdraw the post at any stage of this process, should its circumstances change.