Frizington Nursery School & Preschool are looking to employ a permanent Childcare Practitioner who is friendly, enthusiastic and passionate about working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage and giving every child the best start to their Early Years education. It is an exciting time at Frizington Nursery school as we continue to grow and expand our school.

PCD5 £25,989 pro rata , full year, permanent. 25 hrs per week, overtime will be available. The position is to start 1st June 2026 (or as soon as possible).

The suitable candidate must have:
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and willing to work towards a Level 3
- GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English

The successful candidate must also be able to:
-  Work constructively as part of a team
- Liaise effectively with staff and parents
-  Promote inclusion of all pupils within the Early Years classrooms
-  Show initiative and hold high expectations for pupils
-  Display a professional attitude at all times and desire to continue their professional
development
- Demonstrate their experience of working in the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Have excellent communication skills
- Work towards a Level 3 qualification

Frizington Nursery School & Preschool can offer:
- A vibrant and welcoming environment with enthusiastic children who love to learn
- Commitment to professional development
- Hard working, welcoming and dedicated team of Staff and Governors

Frizington Nursery School & Preschool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, an enhanced DBS check including the barred list will be required for the successful candidate and other procedures and checks will be followed as laid out in our Safeguarding Policy.

Application packs are available on request from the Schools Business Manager, Claire Anson by
emailing [email protected]

Candidates are welcome and are actively encouraged to make a visit to the school by making an appointment with the Headteacher on 01946 810846.

Closing date for applications will be Wednesday 15th April 2026 12.00pm
Interviews will take place week commencing 20th April 2026 
 

OP3  £25,949 FTE which includes a non-contractual pay supplement to increase to the UK Living Wage of £13.45 per hour

Normal Working Hours: 15 hours per week, 3.15pm-6.15pm (term time) + 4 weeks during school holidays (Annual Leave based on continuous years’ service)
 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic relief Cleaner to join our hard working team to cover planned or short notice absences.  We are looking for someone, preferably with cleaning experience, who can help to maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout school. The candidate needs to:
•    Be reliable, trustworthy, be aware of safeguarding and confidentiality
•    Be able to work as part of a team as well as on their own
•    Have an awareness of COSHH regulations
•    Have an awareness and understanding of health and safety procedures
•    Be willing to undertake any relevant training and development as required
•    Be able to communicate with other adults and pupils

Thomlinson Junior 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.
Application packs are available on the school website: www.thomlinson.cumbria.sch.uk

Completed applications are to be returned to the School Business Manager, 
Mrs Karen Myers, email: [email protected], marked private and confidential by either email or paper copy.

Rolling advertisement as and when required.
 

Required to start April 2026

Permanent Part-time Cleaner required (12 hours per week) required for April 2026

We have an opportunity for a part-time Cleaner to join our friendly School community from this April working 12 hours per week , full year .  Please note that there will be some flexibility with these working hours.  

 OP1 (£24,413 pro rata plus the living wage supplement hourly rate £13.45

We are looking for a reliable and hard-working individual to carry out a range of general cleaning duties, helping us to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for all pupils, staff and visitors.  

    Frizington Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, which will include References, Right to Work in the UK, Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks.  Terms and conditions for Teaching Standards will apply.

Further information and application forms are available from the School Business Manager at [email protected] or from our website:

www.frizington-pri.cumbria.sch.uk – Job Vacancies.

The closing dates for applications is midday on Wednesday 15th April 2026 and interviews will be held on Wednesday 22nd April 2026.   
 

Required to start April 2026

Permanent Midday Supervisor required 
(5 hours per week) required for April 2026

We wish to appoint a part time midday supervisor to support children during lunchtimes from 12 noon – 1.00 pm Monday to Friday (5 hours per week). term time

PCD3 (£25,185 (B) pro rata) plus the living wage supplement hourly rate £13.45

The successful candidate will:

•     Be able to support children in the hall during lunchtimes as well as monitoring the outdoor playgrounds.
•     Be flexible, supportive and committed to the ethos of the School and following the School’s Policies and Procedures.
•     Be a positive role model to pupils and other staff, demonstrating high levels of motivation and enthusiasm.
•     Be able to work as part of an effective and committed team.

Frizington Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, which will include References, Right to Work in the UK, and DBS checks.  Terms and conditions for Teaching Standards will apply.  As a result of amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (exceptions order 1975) in 2013 and 2020, some minor offences are now protected (filtered) and should not be disclosed to potential employers, and employers cannot take these offences into account.  Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role if an applicant is barred in engaging in regular activity with children.  

Application forms are available from the School Business Manager at the [email protected] sch.uk or from our website:

www.frizington-pri.cumbria.sch.uk – Job Vacancies.
 
The closing date for applications is midday on Wednesday 15th April 2026 with interviews scheduled for Wednesday 22nd April 2026.

Cover Supervisor 
Permanent

Start date:  May 2026

PCD5 + 90 jwc Final grade 7 Salary £28,598 pro-rata Term Time only  32.5 hours weekly
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join our team at The Gillford Centre and School 180.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning during the short-term absence of teaching staff by supervising classes and supporting pupils to remain engaged with the work that has been set.

Pupils will complete pre-prepared work under supervision.  The primary focus of the role is to maintain a calm, purposeful learning environment, promote positive behaviour, and support pupils to achieve their best.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, is considering a future career in education, or wishes to gain valuable experience within a school environment.  

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant pre-employment checks; including health and identity.

If you would like to discuss this post/visit the school please contact James Nichols, Headteacher 
on 01228 226957.

For an application pack please contact Elizabeth Dixon, School Business Manager on 01228 226957 or email [email protected]

Closing date: Wednesday 18th March 2026

Interviews will be held Wednesday 25th March 2026

Teacher required to start from May 2026 or Sept 2026 – dependent on availability of right candidate
Full time, permanent

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring teacher to join our outstanding team in Mayfield School. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our exceptional pupils.

Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to raising standards and improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.

The purpose of your role will be:     
•    To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.     
•    To monitor and support the overall progress and development of pupils as a teacher. 
•    To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides pupils with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential     
•    To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth
•    To work in close partnership with families and healthcare professionals to support young people’s cognitive, communication, emotional, physical, medical and sensory development.
•    To motivate, lead and inspire young people.
•    To engage and share your passion and show energy, enthusiasm, a positive attitude to life and a love of learning.
•    To lead a team of classroom based teaching assistants.
•    To commit to CPD in Special Educational Needs.

Candidates should be prepared to teach young people with severe and complex needs.  This is a great opportunity to work in an amazing school.

Mayfield is committed to developing leadership skills with a strong focus on CPD and action research.

Mayfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people, and therefore appointments will be subject to satisfactory health checks, professional references and enhanced DBS check, plus self-disclosure.

Candidates are encouraged to send a supporting letter with their application, indicating any subject specialisms.  

For an application pack please visit our website www.mayfield.cumbria.sch.uk   
Alternatively, please contact school: [email protected]

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 23rd March, 2026
Shortlisting:  Tuesday 24th March, 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 26th March, 2026

 

1.0 FTE Class Teacher – Maternity cover required from May 2026 for 12 months

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and inspiring teacher to join our outstanding team in Mayfield School and cover 12 months maternity. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team of teachers and staff supporting our exceptional pupils.

Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to raising standards and improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.

The purpose of your role will be:    
•    To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.     
•    To monitor and support the overall progress and development of pupils as a teacher. 
•    To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides pupils with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential     
•    To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth
•    To work in close partnership with families and healthcare professionals to support young people’s cognitive, communication, emotional, physical, medical and sensory development.
•    To motivate, lead and inspire young people.
•    To engage and share your passion and show energy, enthusiasm, a positive attitude to life and a love of learning.
•    To lead a team of classroom based teaching assistants.
•    To commit to CPD in Special Educational Needs.

Candidates should be prepared to teach young people with severe and complex needs.  

This is a great opportunity to work in an amazing school.

Mayfield is committed to developing leadership skills with a strong focus on CPD and action research.

Mayfield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people, and therefore appointments will be subject to satisfactory health checks, professional references and enhanced DBS check, plus self-disclosure.

Candidates are encouraged to send a supporting letter with their application, indicating any subject specialisms.  

For an application pack please visit our website www.mayfield.cumbria.sch.uk   
Alternatively, please contact school: [email protected]

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 23rd March 2026
Shortlisting:  24th March, 2026
Interview Date: Thurs 26th March, 2026