Science Teacher

Permanent

Full time

Required September 2024

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 to join our successful Science department.

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 supports career development and progression with excellent resources available. We are interested in talking to both experienced teachers looking for a new challenge as well as Early Career Teachers of any Science specialism. For Early Career Teachers we work with One Cumbria and Teach First to provide the Early Career Framework.

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 Mrs Love, Head of Science/Assistant Headteacher by email: llove@newman.cumbria.sch.uk

Application packs can be requested by emailing vacancies@newman.cumbria.sch.uk 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 Thursday 22^nd February 2024.

Short listed candidates will be contacted by telephone or email

Required as soon as possible once all employment checks including DBS have been completed 

Kitchen Assistant

Term Time only, pro rata 10 hours per week

Monday to Friday 11.15am – 1.15pm

We wish to appoint a Kitchen Assistant to serve high quality meals to our students in an efficient and effective manner.  We would like the successful applicant to have a full clean driving licence as they will be required to collect meals from a local supplier. However, suitable applicants will be considered without a driving licence, but hours will be reduced in accordance with requirements. The prepared meals will be served from our kitchen after completing the appropriate temperature and food safety compliance checks.  After distribution of meals all surfaces require cleaning and prepared for the following day. It is desirable for the applicant to hold a C & G Level 1 Preliminary Cookery or Catering & Hospitality qualification or similar; or the willingness to undertake training to achieve the necessary qualifications.

You must be able to work independently and be part of the team in a busy school catering for staff and students between the age of 14 and 16 years.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant pre-employment checks; including health and identity.

If you would like to discuss this post/visit the school please contact Rachel Clark, Headteacher, telephone number 01228 226957.

For application pack please email Elizabeth Dixon, School Business Manager

elizabeth.dixon@cumbria.gov.uk

Closing date: Friday 9^th February 2024 at 12.00 noon

Interviews will be held Friday 23^rd February 2024

Teaching Assistant

Temporary (until the end of Summer Term 2024) due to budgetary funding

17.5 hours (10.00am-1.30pm Monday to Friday) term time only

Required from March 2024

The Governors of Ashfield Junior School are looking to appoint an excellent, enthusiastic teaching assistant to undertake work in one of our KS2 classes.  The role will be to work alongside a team of teachers and other TAs within year 4 to support a pupil with identified social & emotional needs. You would be required to support the pupil to access their classroom learning, manage their emotions and access positive playtimes.

Are you: Patient, Caring, Creative, Resilient, and full of positivity. Then this could be the job for you.

We would like someone who:

• Has experience of supporting individuals in their physical, emotional or learning needs
• Has high expectations of pupils’ behaviour and a commitment to high standards for all children
• Is enthusiastic and proactive with strong team work skills.
• Is calm and willing to adapt and be flexible to respond to a pupil’s needs.

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 excellent professional references.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 8^th February 2024

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 21^st March 2024

Application packs are available from the school via email asibbald@ashfield-jun.cumbria.sch.uk

Completed applications to be marked ‘confidential’ and returned:

By post to the Headteacher, Mrs. S Frost.

Electronically to asibbald@ashfield-jun.cumbria.sch.uk

By hand to the school office

Administrator

Full time (37 hours per week), term time only (38 weeks per year)

BS6 £20,449 per annum pro rata (FTE £24,294), rising to £20,793 per annum pro rata (FTE £24,702) plus annual leave entitlement after a successful 6 month probation period

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly and dynamic administrative team where you will provide a high quality administrative service within a fast-paced school environment.  You will need to have the flexibility to meet the needs and demands of this department by spending some time on Student Services, Reception or elsewhere as required.

We are interested in talking to those who have experience of working in a school environment as well as those looking for a new challenge. You will undergo an induction process where training will be provided.

Please see job description and person specification within the application pack for further information about the role.

Current working hours are:

Monday to Thursday      8.30 am – 4.30 pm, Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm

With a 30 minute unpaid lunch break.

Our school has a distinctive caring and Christian ethos with the emphasis on the individual and supporting staff and pupils in fulfilling their full potential. St John Henry Newman Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS, health check and a 6-month probation period.

For an informal chat about the post, please contact Mrs Sarah James, Office Manager by email Sarahjames@newman.cumbria.sch.uk .

Application packs can be requested by emailing vacancies@newman.cumbria.sch.uk or downloaded from our website at http://newman.cumbria.sch.uk/Vacancies/

The closing date for applications is 12 noon, Thursday 8^th February 2024. Completed application forms can either be emailed to the address above or by post addressed to the Finance Department.

Short listed candidates will be contacted by telephone or email.

Teacher Of English

0.6 To 1.0

Permanent

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of English to join this very successful 11-18 school, situated on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. Full or part time (0.6 to 1.0) will be considered.

The English department is committed to giving students a rich and varied exposure to both language and literature.  Outcomes in English are strong, as is uptake at A level. We are an evidence-informed team and will be attractive to teachers who are dedicated to continual improvement of their own practice and also keen to work as a team to embed learning over time for all of our students.     Extensive enrichment opportunities such as live theatre are provided both within and beyond the school day.

We require someone who can inspire, motivate and challenge all students. The ability to teach A level is desirable but not essential.

The start date for this post will be negotiated with the successful candidate, commencing no later than 1 September 2024.

Cockermouth School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of students, engages with young people and staff on policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Cockermouth School is a Safeguarding School.  The successful applicant will be subject to relevant barred lists check(s), undertake an enhanced DBS and where appropriate to the post will be required to complete a Childcare Disqualification Declaration.  Shortlisted candidates will need to disclose relevant criminal history.

Applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of sex, race, marital status or disability.  Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed.

 For an informal chat with the Headteacher or Director of English, or to visit the school, please email walls@cockermouthschool to arrange.

The closing date for applications is 09:00 on Monday 19 February 2024.

Details and application form are available from:  www.cockermouthschool.org

Deputy Headteacher

 Required for September 2024

 The Governing Body wishes to appoint a dynamic and committed Deputy Headteacher to take a strategic role in the Leadership and Management in partnership with the Headteacher. 

The successful candidate will:

• Be a practising and committed Catholic with a clear vision of Catholic education.
• Work in partnership with the Headteacher and Governing Body to take a key role in the strategic development of the school, setting self and others challenging goals and targets.
• Be an outstanding classroom practitioner.
• Have excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work effectively within our school team and with external partners.
• Have the ability and desire to challenge, motivate and inspire others and to be enthusiastic about and committed to the development of a creative approach to learning and teaching.
• Have a clear vision for raising attainment and ensuring progress of all pupils and sustaining improvement over time.

 We can offer the successful candidate:

• A caring and positive working atmosphere inspired by our strong Catholic ethos.
• A clear commitment to continuing professional development.
• Excellent support from the Governing Body and the parents.
• Children who are happy and eager to learn.

Prospective candidates are invited to visit the school by appointment. Further details and CES application forms are available from the school web site at https://www.stbedes.cumbria.sch.uk/  or via to the school office email secretary@stbedes.cumbria.sch.uk

St Bede’s RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education Legislation.

Closing date for applications:            9:00pm Monday 19^th February 2024

Shortlisting: Tuesday 20^th February 2024      

Interviews: Friday 23^rd February 2024 (lesson observation in current school)  Monday 26^th February 2024

Full Time Permanent Headteacher

Be All You Can Be!

Start date:                                  1 September 2024

Group 1 Leadership Range:     L10 – L16 (£58.959- £68.400)

The Governors of our well-supported, coastal school would like to appoint a visionary, child-centred and community-focused Head Teacher who will share our whole school vision. Ewanrigg Junior School is situated in the historic, maritime town of Maryport with magnificent views over the Solway Firth.

We seek to appoint a nurturing and inspirational Head Teacher who will continue to promote balanced learning programmes tailored to the unique needs of our pupils. We have strong links with the local community. We maximise the use of our school grounds and surroundings, extending learning beyond the classroom.

Ewanrigg Junior School is proud of its out of school activities and links with the local consortium of schools.

In 2019, we were rated Good by Ofsted. The report stated:

• Pupils try their hardest. They have high aspirations.
• The provision for pupils with SEND is well organised.
• Leaders ensure that pupils receive appropriate challenge, regardless of ability.
• Leaders are diligent and proactive in keeping pupils safe.

We would like to hear from you if you will:

• provide professional vision and leadership to the school, in order to secure its future improvement and success.
• foster strong relationships with the whole school community.
• be an approachable, collaborative and inspirational leader.
• lead teams and develop staff effectively.
• create an excellent and inclusive learning environment in which every child is encouraged and supported to thrive and succeed.

We can offer you:

• a dedicated, skilled, mutually supportive staff team committed to care for and develop each child.
• a welcoming school with lively, enthusiastic children who are keen to learn.
• our support in your continued professional development
• a supportive Governing Board

Ewanrigg Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Therefore, we expect all workers and employees to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including Enhanced criminal records with Barred List checking through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), in line with the Government’s Safer Recruitment guidelines. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Application packs can be downloaded from the school website: www.ewanrigg.cumbria.sch.uk Completed applications by email to: clerk@ewanrigg.cumbria.sch.uk

You are welcome to visit school before submitting your application and a visit can be arranged by emailing clerk@ewanrigg.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date:  Monday March 13^th at 10.00 AM

Interview dates: Tuesday March 26^th and Wednesday March 27^th