Class Teacher (EYFS) Part Time 0.5 Permanent

The post is for a part time 0.5 teacher for Wednesday afternoon, Thursdays (all day) and Fridays (all day)

Main Pay Range (pro rata)

Crosby on Eden C of E Primary School (Academy Status) is small village school situated just outside of Carlisle and serving the villages of Crosby on Eden, Linstock, Rickerby and beyond. We provide a vibrant and happy learning community within which children flourish. The Governors are seeking to appoint an innovative and inspirational teacher to join our school. The position is in our Early Years Foundation Stage unit, teaching our Reception and Nursery aged children. The working days are Wednesday afternoons, Thursday and Friday full days with PPA and time with EYFS Lead teacher on a Wednesday afternoon

We are looking for someone who has:

- QTS and proven successful experience of teaching children in an Early Years setting

- Enthusiasm, energy and a commitment to ensuring children achieve their potential and more

- Is, or willing to be, Forest School Trained

- Empathy and commitment towards the caring Christian ethos of the school

- An approachable and welcoming demeanour, including the ability to communicate effectively with parents and colleagues

- An understanding of how to use assessment to create a personalised and challenging learning environment

- A sound understanding of how children learn, coupled with a flexible and creative teaching style which allows every individual child to flourish

- A thorough knowledge of the EYFS Curriculum and the ability to bring it to life inside and outside the classroom in a way that stimulates and motivates the children

- A positive and inclusive approach towards behaviour management and SEND

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment

Crosby on Eden CEP School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include references, Right to Work in the UK and enhanced DBS check for regulated activity (to include a children’s barred list check).

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

To request and application pack, please email Lydia Wood (School Business Manager) on [email protected]

Closing date for applications: 12noon Thursday 20th November 2025

School visit days: 9.30am Monday 17th November 2025

4.00pm Tuesday 18th November 2025

Interviews: Tuesday 25th November 2025 (am) and Wednesday 26th (am)

Cover Supervisor (Permanent)

35 hours per week, 38 weeks term-time + 1 week INSET/during school closure

Times: 8.00-3.30pm

Starting salary £21053 including holiday pay (PCD5)

Start date: As soon as possible

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and experienced cover team.

Cover Supervisors take responsibility for managing classes during short-term teacher absence. The person we appoint will be an energetic, hardworking and flexible individual who is passionate about working with young people while supporting their education in our popular, vibrant school. They also support departments to develop learning materials and take part in other school activities.

The post includes duties to ensure student safety before and after school.

Training will be discussed with the successful candidate and a programme developed to meet their specific needs.

Please see https://www.caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancies/ for further details and an application form. Applications by CV will not be accepted.

Closing date: Midday Monday 24th November 2025

Interview Date: Monday 1st December 2025

This is an exciting time to join Caldew School. We have had a significant investment from the Story Group of companies that is enabling us to improve our facilities, provide high

quality professional development for our staff and give our students opportunities, experiences and support that will raise their aspirations and achievement.

This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.

Caldew School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An online search will be carried out for shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS. Our safeguarding policy can be found at https://www.caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/our-school/policies-other-key-documents/

Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer

Note: References may be sought on receipt of applications

Job Description and Person Specification

Clerk to the Governing Body

For more general information please refer to the Employment Application Form Guidance Notes issued with this job description.

Energy Coast UTC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. All posts within the trust are therefore subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list check.

Clerk to the Governing Body

Accountable To Chair of Governors

Job Purpose To support and inform the work of the Governing Body and Trustees of Energy Coast UTC Trust

Salary £26,572 full time equivalent (0.2 FTE pro-rata £5,313 pa) - see also ‘Working Pattern’ below

Permanent - Full Year 

Start Date As soon as possible

This job description details the responsibilities of the post, but does not direct any particular priorities or amount of time to be spent carrying out the duties. It is not prescriptive, nor necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. As such, it may be subject to amendment, after consultation, to meet the changing needs of Energy Coast UTC.

1. Clerking of the Board and its Committees

• To be fully conversant with the memorandum and Articles of Association of the Trust, the Terms of Reference of its Committees and the Scheme of Delegation and to advise the Governors on matters of procedure in this respect

• To liaise with the Chair in respect of relevant legal requirements in connection with the governance of the Trust

• To agree and publish, in consultation with the Chair and CEO, an annual Calendar of Meetings for the Governing Body and its Committees to ensure that meetings are held within legally prescribed timescales and decisions are made at the appropriate time

• In consultation with the Chair of the meeting prepare agenda and coordinate papers for the meeting

• Circulate the agenda and papers for the meeting at least 7 days prior to the meeting

• Record attendance and ensure the meeting is quorate

• Ensure any business interests are declared at each meeting

• Take an accurate note of the meeting from which to prepare a set of minutes as a formal record of the meeting

• Agree the draft minutes within 7 days with the Chair of the meeting and CEO if appropriate

• Circulate the draft minutes when approved to the relevant Governors

• Liaison with the Academy Business Director to ensure that the annual cycle of reporting is met and that the Governing Body is fully informed of requirements of the Academies Financial Handbook, Health & Safety Reports (Accident & Incident Reporting), and any other relevant directives

• Liaison with the CEO or nominated member of staff to organise panels and other meetings on staff related matters including redundancy, discipline and grievance

2. Governance Administration

• Maintain and regularly update a database of Governors, term of office, category and contact details and ensure this is kept up to date on Get Information About Schools, and director records with Companies House (or other required sites)

• Ensure information about Governance which is required on the Academy website is kept up to date

• Manage and maintain an Office 365 Sharepoint/Governor Hub site for Governors

• Manage the Parent Governors appointment process (to include a secret ballot of Local Parent Governors if required)

• Manage written resolutions for appointment of Governors and Members

• Ensure that Governors are advised of opportunities for training and briefings and keep a record of attendance

• Advise Governors of sources of information and advice that are available

3. Other Specific Duties

• To continue personal professional development as required.

• To understand the implications of the Freedom of Information Act and the Data Protection Act and other legislation to ensure confidentiality of records and information is maintained.

• Attend staff and other meetings and participate in staff training and development events as required.

• To actively engage in the performance review process.

• All support staff may be used to perform appropriate duties as and when required.

• To adhere to the UTC’s policies and procedures with particular reference to Child Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety.

• Lead by example and set a professional tone for behaviour, both as a role model and by supporting the culture of mutual respect between students and colleagues.

• Understand the Safeguarding requirements of the UTC and ensure compliance with the policy.

• The person undertaking this role is expected to work within the policies, ethos and aims of the UTC.

Confidentiality

Maintain confidentiality at all times, acting with the utmost discretion being aware of issues where confidentiality must be maintained but also sensitive to the needs of transparent governance.

Working Pattern

As the role is essentially concerned with supporting the Governing Body the workload invariably matches the 4 to 6 cycles of meetings each year. There is some evening work. The workload will average out at no more than 1 day per week over a year.

How to apply

For an information discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Cam Walker on 01900 606446 or by email – [email protected].

Application forms can be found on our website or available from the email above.

The closing date for this post is Friday 21st November 2025 at 9am. Your completed application form and supporting information should be returned via email to the email address above and not directly to the school.

Start date: 23rd February 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Fixed term until 31st December 2026.

Full time (1.0 FTE).

This is a rare opportunity to join the team at Bowness-on-Solway Primary School – a small, welcoming and highly desirable rural school in a beautiful location.

We are seeking to appoint a committed and caring teacher to work with a very small mixed EYFS and Key Stage 1 class. This is a fixed-term maternity cover role which offers an excellent opportunity for a teacher early in their career to make a real difference in a supportive and nurturing environment.

At Bowness-on-Solway, we pride ourselves on being a true family school. Our children are enthusiastic, creative and a delight to teach, and our staff, parents and governors work closely together to make our school a special place to learn and work.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is suitably qualified to teach pupils in Early Years and Key Stage 1;

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and a commitment to improving outcomes for all pupils;

• Sets high expectations and delivers excellent progress through high-quality teaching and learning.

Our school is easily accessible from Carlisle, Wigton and the surrounding areas, set in a stunning rural location with open views of the Lakeland fells and the idyllic Solway Firth shoreline. We are fortunate to have extensive outdoor space, including our own woodland area.

Bowness-on-Solway Primary School was judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted in 2025 and was recently recognised as being in the top 1% of schools nationally for outcomes in reading, writing and mathematics. The well-being of pupils and staff is at the heart of everything that we do.

You are very welcome to visit the school for a tour and an opportunity to ask any questions. Please call the school office on 016973 51384 to arrange this.

Application forms and further information are available from:

[email protected]

016973 51384

We encourage you to have a look at our website and our Facebook page:

www.bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk

www.facebook.com/BownessSchool

Bowness-on-Solway Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff to adhere to this. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and references will be sought.

Closing date for applications: 9am on Tuesday 25th November 2025

Interviews: Thursday 4th December

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Fixed term until 17th July 2026 (due to varying EHCP hours)

Work pattern: Part-time: 3 days 8:30am – 3:30pm and 2 days 8:30am – 12:30pm, including a 30 minute lunchtime duty each day (days negotiable)

Hours: 27.5 hours per week, term time only (38 + 1 week INSET)

The Governors and Headteacher of Burgh by Sands School are seeking to appoint a skilled, enthusiastic and caring 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil in Year 1 with Speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

This is a wonderful opportunity to join our warm and welcoming village school, where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The role will involve working closely with the class teacher, SENCo and external professionals to deliver targeted support and ensure positive outcomes for the child.

We are looking for someone who will:

• Provide high-quality 1:1 support to a pupil with identified special educational needs, following EHCP targets.

• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCo and external agencies to adapt learning and monitor progress.

• Use effective communication strategies to promote understanding, engagement and independence.

• Support social, emotional and behavioural development in a nurturing, consistent way.

• Create a calm, positive and inclusive learning environment.

• Support at lunchtimes as part of the contracted hours.

• Hold a relevant NVQ Level 2 qualification or higher.

• Have experience of working with pupils with SLCN and ASC.

• Be calm, patient, resilient and flexible, with the ability to adapt to the child’s needs.

• Work effectively as part of a team and communicate well with staff and parents.

• Demonstrate commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and the wellbeing of all pupils.

• Be enthusiastic, motivated and fully prepared to contribute to the wider life of the school.

In return, we can offer:

• A positive, warm and welcoming working environment.

• Supportive and friendly staff, and a caring school community.

• Fantastic children who enjoy learning and achieving.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• A supportive Headteacher and Governing Board.

• The chance to make a real difference to a child’s education and wellbeing.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. To arrange a visit please contact the school office on: Tel: 01228 576397 Email: [email protected]

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application. Please visit the school website to download an application form or contact the school office should you require a paper copy. Once complete, please email your application to [email protected]. Please note – we do not accept CVs.

Closing date: 12pm, Friday 21st November 2025

Interviews will be held on: Thursday 27th November 2025

Burgh by Sands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. There will be a need for the successful applicant to complete an enhanced DBS check and self-declaration form. We will also need to obtain references in advance on any candidate short-listed for interview.