Full-time Reception Class Teacher – Temporary (Maternity Cover)– MPR– from 3rd November 2025 to 3rd July 2026

The Learning for Life Trust are seeking to appoint an inspirational, highly motivated classroom teacher at Fairfield Primary School to help us build upon our school’s achievements and successes as one of the most successful schools in the county.

Like us you will be dynamic, innovative and hardworking; driven by a passion to bring out the very best in all our pupils. You will support the school in moving towards its vision and will bring a wealth of ideas and experience to the team.

We would like to hear from applicants who have:

•    Experience in teaching in EYFS with a proven track record in achieving high standards. 
•    Evidence of being an outstanding practitioner, able to enthuse and inspire pupils and staff.
•    Evidence of an understanding of effective phonics delivery, the reading framework and GLD.
•    High standards in terms of teaching, behaviour and achievement.
•    A commitment to further professional development.
•    Excellent organisational skills, plus the ability to provide and maintain an engaging and challenging learning environment.
•    A commitment to playing a full and active role in the wider life of the school.
•    The ability to develop purposeful relationships with stakeholders of the school/Multi Academy Trust.

In return, we can offer:

•    A skilled, creative and supportive team working with friendly children and supportive parents.
•    An exciting opportunity to be part of a forward looking, ambitious organisation that believes in developing its staff to become the best they can be.
•    A school that is consistently focussed on making a positive impact on pupils and the community.
•    Opportunities to collaborate with local schools and be part of a developing a Multi Academy Trust.

Application forms may be obtained from either:
The school website (www.fairfieldprimary.co.uk) or by e-mailing the School Business Manager, Mrs. Carolyn Parker at [email protected]

Closing date for applications: Monday 15th September 2025 (3.00pm)
Shortlisting: Monday 15th September 2025 
Interviews to take place on: Wednesday 17th September 2025
School Tours: Friday 5th September 2025 (4.00pm)

Please note that no CVs are accepted. Please complete the supporting statement within the application form. Covering letters should be a maximum of 1-page A4.

Fairfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applications will be subject to checks with past employer and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Visits to school are encouraged. Please contact the School Office on [email protected] or (01900) 821133 if you would like to make an appointment for one of the above tours.

Teacher of Mathematics
 Contract Type - Permanent
 Contract Term - Full-Time
 Salary - Annually (FTE)1.0 FTE MPR
 

The successful candidate will:
•    Be an outstanding practitioner
•    Have a clear understanding of the characteristics of high quality teaching and proven experience of teaching across the whole age and ability range
•    Be able to demonstrate their commitment to our students
•    Motivate both colleagues and students to work hard and try their best through passing on to them their infectious enthusiasm and passion
•    Actively share good practice and seek to explore ways to improve their own and others’ teaching

Changing Lives Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References and a Self-Disclosure Form will be sought prior to interview. In accordance with KCSIE 2025, online searches may be carried out as part of the recruitment process. 

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received. Early applications are encouraged. 
If you experience any issues whilst using MyNewTerm,  then please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team via email, [email protected] or T: 01946 820 356. 

Closing Date - 9:00am, 18th Jul 2025

 

Permanent Post
Band D, Point 1 To 3 £27,711 To £28,624 FTE
37 Hours Per Week, Full Year

To provide technical maintenance support and be responsible for the effective supervision, security and operation of the premises.

The successful candidate will: 
•    Be responsible for the security of the premise and be a key holder 
•    May be required to attend site to provide access as required on weekends
•    Carry out general handy person duties
•    Supervise the premises when in operation, and be the capacity of the Designated Fire Officer in the absence of senior members of staff
•    To act as cover for the Deputy Facilities Manager as and when required

For further details about this role and to apply, please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135632/EDV-2025-WLA-58894. 

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received.  Early applications are encouraged.
If you experience any issues whilst using MyNewTerm,  then please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team via email, [email protected] or T: 01946 820 356.

Changing Lives Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

The closing date for this role is 09.00 on Tuesday 22 July 2025.

Fixed Term Post Until February 2027
Hours of work: 37 hours per week

Monday to Friday Full Year

Working hours: 09.00 till 17.00 (Mon to Thurs) 09.00 till 16.30 Friday

From April 2025 the rate for apprenticeships is £7.55 per hour in the first year and national minimum wage in the appropriate age range in any following year

West Lakes Academy are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, conscientious and self-motivated person to join our administrative team. We are looking to appoint an Apprentice Business Support Assistant based at West Lakes Academy.  You will gain hands-on experience in a busy office environment learning a wide range of tasks.  The Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship is fully work based for 18 months plus an end point assessment.

For further details about this role or to apply, please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135632/EDV-2025-WLA-51529

The successful candidate will:
•    Undertake reception duties, providing a professional and welcoming appearance to the academy for staff, students, visitors and members of the public.
•    Undertake a range of general administrative duties, including word processing, maintenance of spreadsheets, filing and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail.
•    Undertake a range of reprographics duties including, photocopying, laminating, binding etc.

Changing Lives Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

The closing date for this role is 09.00 on Tuesday 22 July 2025.

Permanent Post
Band C, Point 1 To 4 £25,183 To £26,835 FTE
37 Hours Per Week,  Full Year

To provide technical maintenance support and be responsible for the effective supervision, security and operation of the premises.
The successful candidate will: 
 •    Be responsible for the security of the premise and be a key holder 
•    May be required to attend site to provide access as required on weekends
•    Carry out general handy person duties
•    Supervise the premises when in operation, and be the capacity of the Designated Fire Officer in the absence of senior members of staff
 

For further details about this post or to apply, please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135632/EDV-2025-WLA-46830 

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received.  Early applications are encouraged.
If you experience any issues whilst using MyNewTerm,  then please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team via email, [email protected] or T: 01946 820 356.

Changing Lives Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

The closing date for the role is 09.00 on Tuesday 22 July 2025.

The Governing Body of Distington Community School is seeking to recruit an inspirational, ambitious and passionate Head of School to work with the Executive Headteacher to continue to lead the school forward, maintain stability, raise educational outcomes and drive improvement. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior leader to make a real difference. You will need to be resilient, creative and show us that you know how to develop a school to be the absolute best for its pupils, families, staff and local community.

The post is permanent, full time from January 2026. 

We offer a broad, inclusive curriculum which expands horizons and raises aspirations in order to ensure each individual pupil reaches their full, all-round potential. As a school we strive to provide a welcoming and caring environment which reflects our school ethos of ‘Empower, learn, celebrate.’ The school has a committed Governing Body who will work with senior leadership team to take the school forward.

The successful candidate will be:
•    pro-active with a strong vision for the future of our school to continue building on our schools success
•    a team player, able to build strong relationships with the whole school community;
•    an approachable and collaborative leader, who leads by example with excellent classroom practice;
•    able to show empathy, is nurturing and family focused.
•    We can offer you:
•    enthusiastic, motivated learners;
•    a dedicated and committed staff team;
•    a supportive, open and honest governing body;
•    a family friendly environment

If you have the confidence, experience and passion to make a difference for our children and their families we would be delighted to hear from you in order to discuss this role further.

The Governors are committed to safeguarding and welfare of all pupils and staff. Any offer of employment for this post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Leadership Pay range  £56,316 to  £63,815

Application forms and further details are available by emailing [email protected]

We welcome visits to our school, please contact [email protected]  to arrange a suitable time.

Application closing date: 19th September 2025
Interviews: 29th September 2025

St Bega’s CofE Primary School is a small school located at the heart of it’s community in Eskdale. 

The Governors are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Permanent School Business Administrator and Clerk to Governors to join our fantastic team in September 2025.  We are interested to hear about your experience as well as any additional skills and qualities that you can bring to our forward-thinking team. The required start date is the 1st September 2025 but an earlier start date or period of transition to work alongside the existing Business Administrator would be welcomed.

Business Administrator Hours: 25 hours per week (Monday-Friday) term time, 38 weeks + 1 week of INSET.  There may be an option to do more hours.

Salary Scale: BS6 – BS7 (£25,584 - £28,624) per annum, pro rata (dependent on skills and experience). 
Clerk to Governors Hours 1 hour per week (Monday-Friday) term time, in addition this will include 3 afternoon/evening meetings a year. Salary Scale BS3 – BS5 (£24,027- £25,183) per annum pro rata 

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and hard-working team. We are looking for someone with experience of working within administration and finance as well as supporting a wide range of activities, including human resources and safer recruitment, payroll, procurement, facilities management and health and safety.

The successful candidate will:
•    be able to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and colleagues in a range of formats and demonstrate high levels of professionalism;
•    have experience of administrative work including assisting with the preparation and monitoring of the budget and day-to-day tasks ideally within an education environment.  Training can be provided; 
•    be willing to undertake a varied role which will include responsibilities such as meeting deadlines for DFE data to be submitted, health and safety procedures, facilitating payroll by working through our HR providers;
•    understand a range of IT systems including Microsoft Word and Excel;
•    understand and respect the need for a high degree of confidentiality; 
•    support and understand the values and the vision of our school;
•    be committed to safeguarding children and understand that we all have a duty to keep children safe.

If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and enthusiasm required we look forward to receiving your application. We would encourage candidates to visit the school, meet the team and see the amazing work taking place in the setting. To request a tour of the school or to discuss the role further, please contact: 019467 23259 or email us at [email protected]. 

St Bega’s CofE Primary 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. We will also need to obtain references in advance on any candidate short-listed for interview.

Application forms are available via the Cumberland Council website. Please return completed forms to [email protected]. 
Closing Date: Friday 15th August 2025 at 12pm 
Interviews will be held W/C : Monday18th August 2025

Fixed term Contract Initially until July 2026 due to EHCP funding

Required September 2025

The Governing Body of this popular, friendly and caring school is seeking to appoint an outstanding teaching assistant for Sept 2025, linked to EHCP hours which will be reviewed in July 2026.

Part time , 32 hours per week , term time  

We are looking for a person who:

has a good knowledge of KS1 and KS2 expectations
has a passion for working with children 
is flexible and has excellent classroom skills
is well organised and able to work closely with others as part of a teaching team
has good communication skills
is adaptable to change
can work on a one to one basis and with small groups
has a sense of humour and is approachable

Waberthwaite offers:
•    A small, friendly school with strong links to the parish community
•    Happy, receptive and well-behaved pupils
•    An experienced, hardworking staff team
•    An enthusiastic and supportive Governing Body

Visits to the school are welcome by appointment.

Please contact the school either by phone (01229 717664) or e-mail ([email protected] ) to request an application pack.

Applicants are asked to complete the CCC application form and also submit a covering letter which details curriculum strengths, relevant experience and areas of expertise relevant to the person specification for the role.
    
Waberthwaite Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
This position is subject to an enhanced DBS and excellent references.

Closing Date -  28th July 2025
Shortlisting – 29th July 2025
Interview –  13th August 2025

Catering Assistant

Required September 2025
Permanent part time contract term time only
15 hours per week 
NJC SCP 4 £24,404 per annum pro rata  Actual annual salary £8,675 per annum based on 45.6 weeks

We are looking for a reliable and preferably experienced person to join our catering team to provide high quality meals in a busy kitchen for approximately 1100 pupils in Campus Whitehaven. You may be working in St Benedict’s School and/ or Mayfield School.  Working hours will be directed by your Line Manager and typically will be from 10.45am to 2.15pm Monday to Friday term time only (includes a 30 minute break which is unpaid).

St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in 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.  

Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form please to 
Andrea Hartley, HR Manager please at  [email protected]

Please email enquiries to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager, at  [email protected]

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday, 22nd August 2025
Interviews will take place shortly thereafter  

We do reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date

Stanwix School is seeking a Governance Professional to join our team and support strong governance and academy compliance across our school. We are looking for someone who can act as a co-ordinator of governance processes, support transparent decision-making, and help ensure that governance practice aligns with current academy and DfE expectations.

Working closely with the Head Teacher and Chair of Governors, this is a key role where you will be required to provide high-quality scheduling, administration and minute-taking duties. You will be responsible for ensuring that organised and structured agendas are in place throughout the academic year which reflect the requirements as set out in the Academy Trust Handbook (and associated documents). 

This position plays a vital part in ensuring that Stanwix School remains a place where everyone can thrive, in line with our vision and values.
The successful candidate will be joining a very supportive and friendly team and working in an environment where you can develop your business administration skills and build your knowledge of academy leadership whilst working flexibly. 

Key Responsibilities
•    Provide procedural and statutory advice to the Governing Board, ensuring governance operates in line with legislation and best practice.
•    Organise and clerk all full governing body and committee meetings, including accurate minute-taking and timely distribution.
•    Work in partnership with the Headteacher on:
•    Maintaining statutory records (e.g. membership, registers of interest, attendance, meeting calendar)
•    Policy and website compliance tracking
•    Administrative compliance activities
•    Manage governor communication, document storage (GDPR-compliant), and training records.
•    Support a governance culture that is transparent, inclusive, and reflective of the school’s vision.
•    Commit to ongoing CPD in line with national guidance (e.g. NGA Career Pathway).

Person Specification
We are looking for someone who:
•    Has experience in administrative, governance, compliance or coordination roles.
•    Is highly organised, efficient, able to work on their own initiative and meet deadlines.
•    Demonstrates excellent written communication, record-keeping, and digital literacy. Is able to offer advice and guidance to support Trustees in their decision-making process. Understands or is willing to learn the Academy Trust Handbook, DfE guidance, and Ofsted expectations related to governance.
•    Is committed to making a positive contribution to our inclusive and ambitious school community.

Working Pattern
Approximately 3 hours per week term time (flexible), including:
•    Attendance at evening governing body and committee meetings (some online, some face-to-face).
•    Regular planning meetings with the Headteacher.
•    Remaining hours for meeting preparation, follow-up, and compliance work to be worked flexibly.

Salary
BS8 ( B) per annum pro rata (£31,586 FTE)

What You’ll Join
Stanwix School is a thriving, inclusive community where every child and adult is valued and empowered to grow. You will join a school where governance is seen as a driver of improvement, where your contribution will be respected, and where your development as a professional will be supported.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Stanwix Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All of our recruitment processes adhere to the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance. Please note, appointment will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred List. This role is classed as regulated activity due to it being regularly based in the school setting. It is a criminal offence to apply to work in regulated activity if you are barred from doing so. 

How to Apply
To find out more about the role, obtain an application form or arrange an informal visit, please contact the school office on 01228 596069 or email [email protected].

Please send your completed application form and supporting letter to:
[email protected]

Deadline: Thursday, 31st July 2025 at 12 noon
Interviews:  Thursday, 7th August, 2025

Please note: CVs will not be accepted.