Class Teachers

Teaching Vacancies (2 positions)
Main Pay Scale (MPS)

St Herbert’s CE Primary and Nursery School, Trinity Way, Keswick, CA12 4HZ
Tel: 017687 73017 Headteacher: Mr Michael Craig

The Governors and Headteacher of St Herbert’s CE Primary and Nursery School are looking to appoint two class teachers, to join our friendly, supportive and hard-working school team. NB: These roles could be undertaken by one teacher, working 0.8fte.

Vacancy 1 – Year 5/6 Class Teacher (0.4fte) – fixed-term position from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2028, due to reducing pupil numbers.
Vacancy 2 - Year 2 Class Teacher (0.4fte) – fixed-term position from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2028, due to reducing pupil numbers.

We would like to hear from you if you:
•    Are a motivated and enthusiastic class teacher who wants to make a difference to the lives of our children
•    See each child as an individual and are able to develop their strengths, both academically and socially
•    Are an effective practitioner with high expectations of yourself and others
•    Have a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils
•    Have a caring and approachable manner
•    Possess excellent organisation and communication skills and have the ability to be flexible and work within a caring team

In return, we can offer:
•    A positive, warm and welcoming work environment in a school where we ‘learn to love as we love to learn’
•    An opportunity to be part of an experienced, effective team
•    A supportive Head Teacher and Governing Body
•    Fantastic children, who enjoy learning and achieving
•    Opportunities for continuing professional development

Application forms and job description/person specification are available from the school website - https://www.stherberts.cumbria.sch.uk/ or by contacting the school office by email to [email protected].

A visit to the school prior to applying is warmly welcomed - please contact the school office to book for 4pm on 16th June.

Closing date for applications: 3pm on Friday 19th June 2026.
Interviews to take place: 25th June 2026.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure for Regulated Activity and will require the completion of a criminal history/suitability self-disclosure form prior to interview. Satisfactory references, pre-employment ID verification, medical checks and right to work checks will also be required before any offer is finalised.

St Herbert’s CE Primary and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  St Herbert’s CE Primary and Nursery School is an equal opportunities employer.