Teaching Assistant

Required from 15th April 2024. This is a fixed term part time position initially until August 2024 due to pupil numbers. The post will be 17.5 hours per week and the candidate will be required to work each morning.  

Salary : PCD5 £23,893 per annum pro rata (FTE 37 hpw) term time only plus 1 week INSET 

An exciting opportunity has arisen and the Governors of Gosforth C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-motivated teaching assistant to join our hard working and dedicated team. 
The successful candidate will: 

• Believe in an inclusive approach to education so that all learners are set high expectations and are challenged to achieve their best.
• Be willing to support the class teacher with planning, resourcing and assessment.
• Have experience of working with children with a range of special educational needs.
• Have good knowledge of the EYFS and KS1.
• Ensure that children are safe and secure in their school environment with an emphasis on their safeguarding needs. 
• Have good listening and behaviour management skills.

In return we offer:
• Positive pupils who are polite, enthusiastic and engaged with learning.
• A school that ensures safeguarding for all is a priority.
• A welcoming and happy place to work, where staff wellbeing is considered at all times.
• A high level of support from experienced staff and an active governing board.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to make an appointment.

For an application pack please visit www.gosforth.cumbria.sch.uk  or email admin@gosforth.cumbria.sch.uk . 

Gosforth C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, it engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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 and medical checks will also be required before any offer is finalised. In addition, if appointed, a completed Childcare Disqualification declaration will also be required.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 14th March 2024  at 12 noon.
Shortlisting will be held: Thursday 14th March 2024. 
Interview will be held: Monday 18th March 2024.

Date posted
Reference Number
1612
Please see below
Cumberland Council
Contract type
Work pattern

Geography Teacher

Teacher of Geography – permanent, full or part-time

Start: 1st September 2024

We are looking for an innovative and enthusiastic teacher of Geography who will inspire our students and help to develop effective learning across the full age and ability range.  The department teaches Geography at both GCSE and A level and has a record of achieving outstanding results for its students. 

You will join a well-resourced department that continues to equip students well for the next stage of their careers.  These are ideal opportunities for either ECTs or experienced teachers with a passion for Geography to enhance the opportunities and experiences of students at Caldew School.

We will consider applications for both full and part-time.  Please note this in your application.

We are happy for candidates to visit the school prior to submitting their application. Please contact school to organise this.

Closing Date: Midday, 5th March 2024

Applications should be made via 
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/caldew-school-1025076

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.  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.

 Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer
 

Date posted
Reference Number
1610
MPR/UPR
Academy
School
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern

Cover Supervisor

Start Date: as soon as possible 


Work Pattern: 5 days per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm 
Term time [38 weeks per year] plus INSET training days [1 week]
Part Time may also be available.

Early applications will be considered favourably and interviews may be held as soon as practicable for mutual benefit. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

We are looking to appoint an excellent Cover Supervisor to work under the guidance of subject leaders and supervise classes during short term absence of teaching staff. The role provides a great opportunity to gain experience and develop effective teaching skills.

 To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:
- a positive, flexible approach, calm and resilient under pressure
- energy, enthusiasm and a confident approach to behaviour management 
- strong verbal and written communication skills 
- achieved GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above

This job is an ideal post for someone wanting to gain experience in a secondary school prior to taking up teaching as a career as it will give you excellent experience with classroom management and in developing relationships with students. It is essential that you enjoy working with young people. It can be a demanding role and you need to be able to communicate well both with staff and students and be flexible to adapt to any situation. Past experience of working in a school would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will be responsible for covering lessons for short term absences due to illness and training. Long term absence is covered by qualified teachers. The role provides consistent and high-quality cover for all departments. Work for the lesson being covered will be provided and may include specific work related to the subject which is being covered or project work which may be completed by a year group over a period of time. When you are not covering lessons, you may work with Heads of Department or the Senior Management Team in the development of the resources and contribute with new ideas and ways of making improvements. You may also be required to provide some break time or lunch time supervision. 

It is anticipated that candidates may have staff development needs around classroom management and there will be initial in-house training offered through a full induction programme. This will include gaining a good understanding of the school policy and procedures related to behaviour and discipline maters; reporting arrangements; professional conduct; sharing best practice with some of our excellent teachers; working with members of the Learning Support Department and observing a series of lessons. 

If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Headteacher, Mr Ian Nevitt on 01900 873290 or Julie.gaffney@sjchs.uk. Our Headteacher would be delighted to take you on a tour of the school and answer any questions you may have. 

Further information about the school can be found at https://sjchs.uk 

To apply, please visit our TES site at:
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/st-joseph-s-catholic-high-school-1025324

Closing Date: 9am Monday 4th March 2024. 

 St. Joseph's Catholic High 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.
 

Date posted
Reference Number
1608
£22,396 to £22,787 [Grade 8 pro rata]
Catholic
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern

Administrative Assistant

Start Date: As soon as possible

Early applications will be considered favourably and interviews may be held as soon as practicable for mutual benefit. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

We are looking to appoint a experienced and motivated Administrative Assistant to work in our Administration Team to provide a high quality and responsive admin service. This is a key role within school, often acting as the initial point of contact for parents, visitors and other stakeholders so you will be an ambassador for the school.

Work pattern: 8:00am to 4:00pm Monday to Thursday / 8:00am to 3:30pm Friday
Term Time [38 weeks] plus 4 weeks

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:
- a positive, flexible approach, calm and resilient under pressure
- energy, enthusiasm and a confident approach
- strong verbal and written communication skills 
- achieved GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above

It is essential that you enjoy working with young people. It can be a demanding role and you need to be able to communicate well both with staff and students and be flexible to adapt to any situation.
If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Julie Gaffney on 01900 873290 or Julie.gaffney@sjchs.uk.  

Further information about the school can be found at https://sjchs.uk 

To apply, please visit our TES site at:
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/st-joseph-s-catholic-high-school-1025324

Closing Date: 9am Monday 4th March 2024. 

 St. Joseph's Catholic High 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.

Date posted
Reference Number
1606
£21,673 [Grade 4 pro rata]
Catholic
Contract type
Work pattern

Senior Teaching Assistant

Permanent Senior Teaching Assistant KS1- 32.5 hours per week                

Salary: PCD 7 £26,421 to £27,334 per annum, pro rata, term time £13.69 rising to £14.17 per hour  actual salary £19,905 term time plus 1 week inset days.

The Governors of Jericho Primary School are seeking enthusiastic a highly motivated and skilled Senior Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. You must have excellent numeracy and literacy skills, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.  A working understanding of effective teaching and learning is essential, and you must be able to demonstrate an understanding of how children learn.

 You must be able to:
• Be supportive, nurturing and understanding with high expectations of learning and behaviour. 
• Be able to work alongside the class teacher, to deliver engaging and challenging learning activities that support the development of our children. 
• Be flexible, supportive and committed to the life of the school. 
• Be an enthusiastic practitioner that is committed to giving our children the very best. 
• Be able to build positive relationships with children, staff and parents. 
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
• Support pupils consistently while recognising and responding to their individual needs
• Promote independence and employ strategies to develop self-resilience

We can offer:
• A caring, friendly school 
• A staff team committed to achieving high standards who act with children at heart,
• Enthusiastic pupils, staff and parents,
• A commitment to continued professional development
• A forward- looking school, keen to accept new challenges
• A dedicated, hard-working Governing Board

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required. 

Please ensure you visit the vacancies section on our school website for important further information regarding recruitment at Jericho Primary School 
https://jericho.cumbria.sch.uk/

Applicants are warmly invited to visit the school.                                   
Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.
Application forms and job description are available from our school office at admin@jericho.cumbria.sch.uk
Completed application forms should be returned, marked confidential to the Senior School Administrator Mrs Sarah Spires at admin@jericho.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing Date: Friday 22 March 2024 at 12:00 noon
Interview Date:  27 & 28  March 2024
 

Date posted
Reference Number
1604
Please see below
Cumberland Council
Contract type
Work pattern

Teacher Of PE

Start Date: 1st September 2024

We are looking to appoint a dynamic girls PE teacher with the potential to excel, to join a committed and successful department. We are a young, lively and friendly team who work closely together in a very supportive environment.  Each member contributes to the development of the department by sharing responsibilities.  We believe in working collaboratively and sharing best practice at every opportunity.

FTE: 0.6

We teach OCR AS and A2 Physical Education as well as GCSE and BTEC PE.  We also value the role of leadership and pupils are given opportunities to study Sports Leaders and Step into Sport qualifications.

We have a proven track record for extracurricular activities; they include, hockey, netball, football, cricket, rugby, athletics, cross country, table tennis and badminton.  All members of the department contribute fully to extra-curricular clubs and teams.

The post is suitable for an ECT as well as experienced teachers and offers and excellent opportunity to receive support through the school’s comprehensive ECT and CPD programme.

See our website for further details.  Applications should be made via TES:
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/caldew-school-1025076

Closing Date:       Midday Tuesday 5th March 2024
Interview Date:    Week beginning 11th March 2024

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

Date posted
Reference Number
1602
MPR/UPR
Academy
School
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern

Teacher Of Psychology

Start Date:    1st September 2024

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and well qualified teacher of Psychology to start in September 2024.  You should be passionate about your subject and dedicated to ensuring all students are encouraged and motivated to reach their goals. 

Psychology is a popular subject at Caldew.  We offer both GCSE and A Level and currently have two teaching classes in both Year 12 and 13.

Our Psychology, Law and Health and Social Care Key Stage 5 teachers work very closely together and are line managed by our Director of Post 16 Studies.

Please advise on your application whether you would prefer a full or part-time role.

The post is suitable for an ECT as well as experienced teachers and offers and excellent opportunity to receive support through the school’s comprehensive ECT and CPD programme.

See our website for further details.  Applications should be made via TES:
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/caldew-school-1025076

Closing Date: Midday Tuesday 5th March 2024

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

Date posted
Reference Number
1600
MPR/UPR
Academy
School
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern

Head of Geography

Start Date: September 2024

Early applications will be considered favourably and interviews may be held as soon as practicable for mutual benefit. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

We are seeking to appoint an excellent, motivated and passionate subject specialist to lead our Geography department within our intentionally small, family school. The post is equally suited to an experienced Head of Department seeking a new challenge or an ambitious Teacher of Geography keen to take their next steps into Middle Leadership.
As Head of Geography, you will take overall responsibility for the professional leadership and management of the department, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning are delivered, resources are used efficiently and effectively, and the curriculum is managed and developed in accordance with school policy.

If you have any questions, or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Headteacher, Mr Ian Nevitt on 01900 873290. Our Headteacher would be delighted to take you on a tour of the school and answer any questions you may have. 

Further information about the school can be found at https://sjchs.uk 

To apply, please visit our TES site at:
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/st-joseph-s-catholic-high-school-1025324

Closing Date: 9am Monday 4th March 2024
 
St. Joseph's Catholic High 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.

Date posted
Reference Number
1598
MPR/UPS plus TLR2
Catholic
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern