Start Date: April 2025

Position: Headteacher
Hours and Basis: Full Time, Permanent

About Stanwix School: Stanwix Primary School is a vibrant academy in the heart of Carlisle. We are dedicated to fostering a nurturing, inclusive and stimulating learning environment for all students and our dedicated staff and governors work hard to inspire and empower our pupils so they can achieve their full potential academically, socially, and personally.

The Ideal Candidate: We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and visionary leader with an open, supportive and engaging management style to lead our fantastic school. The successful candidate will have experience of working in a similar sized school and be committed to upholding the school's values and ethos. They will be confident in leading and shaping a new vision for the school that focuses on inclusivity and academic excellence whilst promoting a culture of recognition, continuous improvement and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Provide strategic leadership and management of the school.
•    Drive the development and implementation of educational policies and practices.
•    Foster a positive, safe and inclusive school environment that supports the well-being and development of pupils and staff.
•    Ensure compliance with all aspects of running an academy
•    Ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and achievement.
•    Manage school resources effectively and efficiently.
•    Develop positive partnerships and provide effective communications with all stakeholders including staff; parents/carers; governors, local and national partners as well as the wider community
 
Essential Requirements:
•    Confident leader, able to motivate and inspire the school community.
•    Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and significant experience in a senior leadership role within a school setting.
•    Extensive experience of working in a similar sized school, preferably in a leadership capacity
•    Proven track record of driving school improvement and raising educational standards.
•    Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
•    Excellent organisational and management abilities.
•    Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
•    Experience with curriculum development and implementation.
•    Knowledge of current educational trends and best practices.
•    Ability to engage and collaborate with a diverse school community.

Desirable Criteria
•     A strong working knowledge of National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) or working towards 
•    the requirements for compliance in running an academy

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit a completed application form, a comprehensive CV, and a covering letter outlining their suitability for the role. Application forms along with a full job description and more information about the role can be accessed via our school website. www.stanwix.cumbria.sch.uk www.stanwix.cumbria.sch.uk  

Closing Date: 5th November 2024
Interview Dates: 14th and 15th November 2024

Contact Information: For further information or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact [email protected] 

Stanwix School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, with a children’s barred list check, along with satisfactory references and safer recruitment clearances as outlined in the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Prior to interview, shortlisted candidates will be asked to declare any relevant spent or unspent criminal offences which are not protected in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and Exemption Order. 

This role requires the postholder to undertake regulated activity with children. It is an offence to apply for a regulated activity position with children if you are barred from working with children. 
 

2 x Midday Supervisors
Starting as soon as possible 
6.25 Hours Per Week- Term time only
Salary: PCD 3 - £23,151 Full time equivalent salary per annum pro rata
(Salary Includes Living wage supplement) 
Initial Posts are Fixed Term July 31st July 2025  

These are fixed term posts, due to pupil numbers and the contracts will run initially to the 31st July 2025, but there is a possibility this could be extended to longer term.

The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, well organised, outstanding midday supervisor to work in our open and friendly primary school. You will be an excellent practitioner who consistently delivers creative and fun activities which support children’s enjoyment of lunchtime.

The main responsibilities of the role are:
•    supervise children whilst they are eating
•    ensure safe supervision indoors and outdoors
•    a commitment to teamwork
•    effective communication skills
•    a willingness to update knowledge and skills through further training
  
The ability to form good relationships with children and other colleagues is essential.

St Patrick’s Catholic Primary 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.

Further information, including job description, and application form can be obtained from the school vacancies page at www.st-pats.co.uk/key-information/vacancies or please contact us by e-mail on [email protected]. 

Closing date for applications: 21st October 2024
Interview dates: 22nd-25th October 2024

St. Patrick’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children and young people. References will be taken up and the successful applicant appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Appointment is conditional upon its satisfactory return.

Fixed Term Part Time Teaching Assistant

Required from 4th November or as close to this date as possible. This is a  fixed term position initially until 31st August 2025 due to being attached to a child  . The post will be discussed further during the recruitment process.

Salary : PCD5 £23,893 per annum pro rata (FTE 37 hpw) term time only/ £12.38 per hour 

17.5 hours per week 

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 [email protected] . 

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 24th October 2024 at 12 noon.
Shortlisting will be held: Thursday 24th October 2024. 
Interview will be held: Monday 28th October 2024.
 

8.75 hours per week
Term time (39 weeks) 

Please note that where continuous service from previous employment applies, subject to terms and conditions, the pro rata salary would be re-calculated based on the applicable service of the successful candidate. The pro rata salaries stated on this advert have been calculated with no relevant continuous service.

The successful candidate will:
·      Take responsibility for the pupils’ welfare, safety and supervision during the lunch break.
·      Encourage good behaviour amongst students.
·      Assist with cleaning duties.

Previous experience is desirable however full training will be provided for the right candidate.

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.

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.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received. Early applications are encouraged.

For further details about this role, please visit our website 
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/137602/EDV-2024-DPS-41718 

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Closing date is Thursday 18 October at 09:00
 

Required as soon as possible

Fixed Term, Part Time Teaching Assistant - (11 hours per week)  term time only

The Governors of St James’ C of E Junior School would like to appoint an enthusiastic, skilled, part-time teaching assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs. The post will be fixed term until 31st August 2025 due to fluctuating pupil numbers and variable SEND requirements but could be extended depending on funding.  Working hours will be from 8.45 a.m. until 3.15 p.m., 2 days per week (to be agreed).

The successful candidate must:
•    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 students. 
•    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 pupils, staff and parents.
•    Promote the inclusion of all pupils by supporting the application of personal targets.
•    Support the inclusion of SEND children at playtimes and offer support to children in building friendships with peers during social times. 

Skills and qualifications required:
•    NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in Education or Children & Young People
•    Recent experience in a school setting and work with Autistic children
•    A reflective, organised practitioner who can contribute to planning, monitoring and assessment of pupils.
•    An enthusiastic team player who communicates well with children. 
•    A commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people

At St James’ C of E Junior School we can offer you:
•    Happy, hardworking and well-behaved children
•    Supportive parents and governors
•    Supportive committed colleagues who act with children at heart
•    A wide range of opportunities for professional development.

Application packs are available by request from Mrs Hannah Maiden, School Business Manager. Telephone 01946 695311 or alternatively email at [email protected]

Closing date: 9.00 a.m. Monday 4th November; Interviews: TBA

St James’ CE Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, engages with young

Required as soon as possible

NJC Scale 5 £26,421 - £28,770 per annum pro rata 
 (actual salary based on 32.5 hours per week over 46.6 weeks £20,797- £22,646 per annum)

Permanent part time post 32.5 hours per week term time only

We are seeking to appoint a professional, highly motivated and organised Cover Supervisor.

The post will require you to cover for the short-term absence of teaching staff, taking sole charge of a group of students, who will learn by carrying out pre-prepared work under your supervision. The primary focus will be to maintain good order and to keep students on task.  The post may require you to undertake the role of a Tutor and be responsible for a Tutor Group. 

This is a permanent part time post 32.5 hours per week term time only (46.6 weeks).

St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students.  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.  

Further details and application forms are available from St Benedict’s School’s website: 
www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk 

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

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday, 25th October 2024

Interviews will take place shortly thereafter

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