Science Teacher
Required September 2025

St John Henry Newman Catholic School is situated on the edge of the Great Border City of Carlisle, on an elevated site with open views over the countryside and city. Located within a short drive from the Lake District National Park and easy access to M6 motorway providing links to both South West Scottish Borders and beautiful Cumbria. Our brand-new school offers a modern, airy environment with excellent facilities. Ofsted recently judged the school as “good” in all areas with the Science Department in particular a strength of the school. We are seeking to appoint a creative, forward thinking and dynamic Science Teacher on a permanent, full time basis. From September 2024, up to £6000 will be available for teachers working in key STEM and technical subjects. For more information, please visit www.gov.uk/government/news/teachers-to-get-up-to-6000-extra-to-teach-vital-subjects 

Our Science department comprises of specialist teachers in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. We deliver the National Curriculum using Activate resources to KS3, then we move on to AQA Trilogy supported by AQA Triple Award. As we have specialists in all fields we are able to deliver A Level Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Applied Science. As a department we are lucky to be supported by two excellent technicians who support us with our practical work, they are always on hand to try new practicals and enjoy coming up with new ways to carry out practicals.  In our new school building we are all located on the same floor, with six large science labs and an enviably large prep room, all with views across the playing fields and farm fields. 

St John Henry Newman Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. This post will be subject to satisfactory DBS and health checks.
For an informal chat about the post or to request to visit our school please contact Declan McArdle, Deputy Headteacher on 01228 404942 or [email protected]
Application packs can be requested by emailing [email protected] or downloaded from our website at http://newman.cumbria.sch.uk/Vacancies/

Your application form should be supported by a letter of no more than two pages of A4.

Completed application forms can either be forwarded to the email address above or by post addressed to Finance.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon Monday 2nd December 2024.
Short listed candidates will be contacted by telephone or email

Permanent Senior Teaching Assistant experienced in working with children who have social and emotional mental health difficulties.

PCD7 £27,711-£28,624 per annum pro rata (30 hours per week, 44.6 weeks per year) term time only/ £14.36 - £14.84 per hour.

We are looking to appoint a motivated, experienced and kind Senior Teaching Assistant to join our staff team from January 2025. The role will include supporting a child with social and emotional mental health difficulties, teaching small phonics groups and providing short one-to-one interventions for a range of pupils. There will be a requirement to supervise whole classes in unforeseen circumstances. Experience of supporting children using a nurturing and relational approach is essential. Recent autism training and experience working with autistic pupils would be desirable. RWI and Team Teach training are also desirable.

You will need to:
Adapt learning programmes to suit the needs of allocated pupil/s under the direction of a qualified teacher; 
Work closely with the teacher to share assessment and help plan next steps;
Contribute to meetings, reviews and IEPs where appropriate;
Support pupils’ holistic development and well-being;
Consistently display high expectations of yourself and pupils; 
Shows initiative and creativity in helping to provide a stimulating, purposeful, caring and friendly learning environment and resources which challenge, inspire and meet children's learning needs; 
Engage enthusiastically with on-going training;
Communicate and work effectively with other professionals; 
Be an inspirational role model who is fully involved in the life of the school;
Support the Catholic ethos of the school.

St. Begh’s is a very friendly and welcoming school where staff work closely together to achieve the very best for our pupils. Children are well-behaved, fun-loving and enthusiastic learners. Visits to the school are most welcome. Please contact Miss Dixon in the School Office to arrange an appointment and/or receive a pack. 

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. 

Application closing date: 28th November 2024

Interviews will be held during the week commencing 2nd December 2024.
 

Required as soon as possible 

Thwaites School is seeking to appoint an After School Club Assistant for our thriving after school provision.  We are looking for someone who is energetic, passionate and enthusiastic to join our friendly, motivated and supportive team.

Working hours will be 10 hours per week between 3.30 pm and 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday (term time only).

PCD 3 £24,404 (B) per annum pro rata , hourly rate £12.64

We are looking for an outstanding practitioner who:
•    Has a passion for working with children.
•    Is able to lead the day to day organisation of the After School Club.
•    Is able to create a safe, welcoming and friendly environment delivering high quality creative play opportunities embracing each child’s individual needs, unique qualities and personalities.
•    Is able to liaise with the school with regard to the needs of the children who attend the After School Club.
•    Is able to provide care, play opportunities and activities in a homely and nurturing environment, with regard to the individual development needs of the children and age ranges of children.
•    Fully supports inclusive practice and ensure that all children can be involved in the activities offered if they wish.
•    Is able to consult and liaise with the children and involve them in the planning of activities.

Qualifications required:  NVQ Level 2

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check is required for this post as are up to date and relevant references.

Candidates are welcome to visit the school by making an appointment with the school office on 01229 772554.

Please contact Mrs S Bawden for an application form by emailing [email protected]

This is a rolling advertisement.

Teaching Assistant

Required Tuesday 6th January 2025 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

Salary: Grade 5 (30hrs pro-rata, 40 weeks, £12.42 per hour)
 
30 hours per week over 5 days.
Paid weeks per year: Term time only (38 weeks) plus two weeks.

The Executive Headteacher and Local Governing Body of Threlkeld Church of England Primary School, part of The Good Shepherd Trust are seeking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic teaching assistant to support learning at this vibrant school. The role will involve both supporting an individual child, and at other times working with groups and other children within the class as directed by the class teacher.

We can offer an extremely friendly, caring and welcoming school community with fantastic children who are polite, well-behaved and extremely keen to learn and you would be joining a staff who are positive, friendly, hard-working and enjoy working together as a team, as well as a school with fantastic outdoor space and lots of outdoor learning opportunities.

We are looking for a person who: 
-  shows warmth and care in developing positive relationships with children;
-    is able to work as part of a supportive team and act on both initiative and specialist advice;
-  is enthusiastic and flexible with changes in daily routine.
-    Has a good understanding of, and a commitment to the protection and safeguarding of all children
 
Visits to the school are encouraged and are by appointment. To arrange a telephone conversation, book a visit or request an Application Packs please contact the Executive Headteacher, Wendy Kendall on 01768 778690 or via email: [email protected]. 
 
The Good Shepherd Trust 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.

Completed application forms should be returned via email only, marked for the attention of the Executive Headteacher – [email protected]
 
Closing date:     Monday 25th November 2024 at 12noon
Interviews:         Friday 29th November 2024.
 

Play Team Member
10 hours per week – 11.30am – 1.30pm Term Time Only

Fun, friendly and want to play? 
Our Gold award playtimes need playworkers!

Due to the retirement of three members of our dedicated play team, we are recruiting! Working as a member of the Play Team, you will ensure that all our children have meaningful lunchtime play every day. You will work as a member of the Play Team to create a safe and stimulating outdoor environment providing social, active and creative play experiences for all. 

We are looking for fun and friendly people who can;

• Facilitate play opportunities and act as an ambassador for play. 
• Work with the Site Manager, Play Coordinator, and Play Team members to ensure that all our children have a safe site for play. 
• Assess play areas for risks daily and communicating/implementing any changes required. 
• Assist with putting out and packing away of play equipment/kit. 
• Record and report incidents of note that occur during lunchtime – e.g. site issues, behaviour, first aid. 
• Assess and deliver first aid to pupils (if trained). Assist with first aid reporting. 
• Coordinate and communicate with the Play Coordinator, Play Team Members and the Catering Team to ensure that all children visit the dining hall in a scheduled manner, to minimise queuing and maximise play time outside. 
• Offer care, support and advice for children during lunchtime. 
• Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve the team practices and performance. 
• Promote and safeguard the safety and welfare of children in accordance with school child protection and behaviour management policies. 
• Support and uphold Norman Street values, and are committed to our relational approach to behaviour.  
• Attend periodic team meetings and/or training for professional development. 

At Norman Street Primary School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note that in all cases written references will be taken up and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service checks, this will also include an online search. 

Visits are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time. 

Closing date: 29th November 2024
Interviews:   6th  December 2024

Application forms can be downloaded from the Cumberland Council’s website or by request to the Office Manager via [email protected]

Complete applications can be returned to [email protected] or by hand addressed to the Office Manager.

Please note - CVs alone will not be accepted as applications.