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.

0.6 Teacher

2 days in EYFS (Thurs and Fri) and 1 day in KS1(Mon)

Permanent

Required for the start of January 2026

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, hardworking and passionate teacher to join our thriving school on a permanent basis from the start of January 2026. The successful candidate will be working in our Reception class 2 days per week and Year 1 class 1 day a week.

We are looking to appoint a caring and highly motivated teacher who

• has a sound knowledge of the EYFS

• is a positive role model to pupils and other staff, demonstrating high levels of motivation and enthusiasm

• works very well as part of team

• has high expectations for achievement and behaviour

• works creatively to provide high-quality learning opportunities for pupils

• is able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents

St Cuthbert’s Catholic 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.

Visits to the school are welcome and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 016973 43119.

Closing Date : 12 Noon Friday 21st November 2025

Interviews Date: Friday 5th December 2025

To apply please visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/151053/EDV-2025-SCCPS-62115

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School is part of the Mater Christi Academy Trust.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Part Time Teaching Assistant

Fixed Term to 17th July 2026

32.5 hrs per week - Monday to Friday (8:30am to 3:30pm) term time 

Salary £25,989pro rata, per annum

We are looking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant, to work one to one with a child with special educational needs and disabilities.

Skills and qualifications required:

• NVQ 3 or equivalent in Education or Children & Young People

• Experience of working with children with SEND

• A commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people

• Good communication skills

• The ability to contribute to planning, monitoring and assessment of pupils; assisting the class teacher

• The ability to work together with and support team members and children

• Be resilient, flexible, patient and the ability to work under pressure

Closing Date: 12 Noon Friday 21st November 2025

To apply for the post please follow the link https://mynewterm.com/jobs/151053/EDV-2025-SCCPS-64467

St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School is part of the Mater Christi Academy Trust.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.