Apprentice Teaching Assistant 

Term time plus 1 week (39 weeks p/a)

The hours are 32.5 per week.  This will be fixed term for the duration of the apprenticeship which is negotiated at appointment.

Cockermouth School is a high performing, truly comprehensive school located in a beautiful part of the country on the edge of the Lake District National Park, and is in the heart of its community.

We are welcoming applications for the following roles to join our teams supporting all students at Cockermouth School and in particular students with a range of Special Educational Needs.  Our Learning Support Department encompasses a Specialist Resourced Provision for Autism (SRP):

•    Teaching Assistant
•    Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Successful candidates will have the initiative to work independently, a willingness to learn and develop, capacity to contribute to a team approach, flexibility and a genuine empathy for pupils with SEND. For the TA post, qualifications in autism or a willingness to be trained is required. Candidates should hold, or work towards, a relevant NVQ or equivalent qualification at the appropriate level.

GCSE grade 4 or above in English and maths (or equivalent) is required for all posts.  

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. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate checks and undertake an enhanced DBS and where appropriate to the post, a requirement to complete a Childcare Disqualification declaration.

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

A covering letter and completed application form should be returned to recruitment@cockermouthschool.org no later than 09:00 on Friday 28 March 2025.

More information is available on our website www.cockermouthschool.org

Fixed Term Post From 22nd April 2025 Until 18th July 2025
Hours Of Work: 32.5 Hours Per Week
Term Time (40 Weeks)

Dearham Primary School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, conscientious and self-motivated Learning Support Assistant’s to join the team. This is a key role in providing a welcoming and safe environment for staff, students and visitors.

We are looking for a well-organised, self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills. You will work to promote effective participation, enhance learning, and raise aspirations to help all children achieve their full potential. You will also play a key role in supporting teaching colleagues.

The successful candidate will:
•      Relevant Level 2 qualifications in a relevant discipline
•      Appropriate Level 2 in both English and Maths at a grade C or above.
•      Up to date knowledge and understanding of the practices and procedures within education relating to the welfare, safety and education of pupils.
•      An understanding of principles of child development and learning processes.
•      Experience of working with pupils of relevant age in a school setting.
•      Experience of managing pupils with behavioural needs.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received. Early applications are encouraged.
If you experience any issues whilst using MyNewTerm,  then please do not hesitate to contact a member of the HR Team via email, hr@changinglives.education or T: 01946 820 356.

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 and a Self-Disclosure Form will be sought prior to interview. In accordance with KCSIE 2024, online searches may be carried out as part of the recruitment process.

For further details about this role, please visit our website https://mynewterm.com/jobs/137602/EDV-2025-DPS-90436

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Closing date is Wednesday 19 March 2025 at 09:00am

The start date can be negotiated at interview
Teaching Assistant 

Full time 32.5 hours per week 
Term time plus 1 week (39 weeks p/a) 

Cockermouth School is a high performing, truly comprehensive school located in a beautiful part of the country on the edge of the Lake District National Park, and is in the heart of its community.

We are welcoming applications for the following roles to join our teams supporting all students at Cockermouth School and in particular students with a range of Special Educational Needs.  Our Learning Support Department encompasses a Specialist Resourced Provision for Autism (SRP):

•    Teaching Assistant
•    Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Successful candidates will have the initiative to work independently, a willingness to learn and develop, capacity to contribute to a team approach, flexibility and a genuine empathy for pupils with SEND. For the TA post, qualifications in autism or a willingness to be trained is required. Candidates should hold, or work towards, a relevant NVQ or equivalent qualification at the appropriate level.

GCSE grade 4 or above in English and maths (or equivalent) is required for all posts.  

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.  The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate checks and undertake an enhanced DBS and where appropriate to the post, a requirement to complete a Childcare Disqualification declaration.

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

A covering letter and completed application form should be returned to recruitment@cockermouthschool.org no later than 09:00 on Friday 28 March 2025.recruitment@ cockermouthschool.org 

More information is available on our website www.cockermouthschool.org

Part Time (30 hours) Teaching Assistant (Permanent)

Required From April 2025

30 hours/week, term-time plus 1 week (39 weeks/year)

We require an enthusiastic, professional and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated and forward thinking team to provide one to one support for pupils.

The successful candidate will offer:

•    high expectations of themselves and all pupils.
•    a motivation to make a significant difference to the lives of young people.
•    a proven ability to work effectively and flexibly as part of a team.
•    experience of supporting pupils with additional needs with their learning.
•    a relevant Level 2 qualification.
•    excellent maths, English, and communication skills.

In return we offer:

•    Positive pupils who are polite, enthusiastic and engaged with learning
•    A school that ensures safeguarding for all is a top priority
•    An inclusive, exciting and creative curriculum 
•    A welcoming and happy place to work, where staff wellbeing is considered at all times

Application packs are available from the school office via email to admin@kingmoor-jun.cumbria.sch.uk.

Closing date for applications is 09.00am on Tuesday 22nd April 2025. Interviews will be held week commencing Tuesday 22nd April 2025.

We are fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all pupils and staff. The offer of a contract will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and excellent professional references.

Required: 1st September 2025

Deputy Headteacher
Permanent Full Time
 

The Governors of Beckstone Primary wish to appoint an enthusiastic, dynamic, innovative and highly motivated Deputy. We are looking to appoint someone with the vision and expertise to work closely alongside the headteacher and senior leadership team to lead and continue to develop the school towards its aim of being a centre of excellence at the heart of the community.

Beckstone Primary School is a large thriving Primary School that is committed to ensuring that pupils realise their potential in terms of academic progress as well as ensuring they receive a broad, enriched and stimulating curriculum. The successful candidate will join a friendly and enthusiastic staff team that is strongly committed to professional development and supporting each other. The school also benefits from having hard-working and well-behaved happy pupils, strong parental support and a proactive and positive governing body.

We are looking to appoint someone who would relish the opportunity to become part of our successful team and must have a proven track record as a senior leader and demonstrate:

-    Commitment to the achievement of the highest standards for all pupils in all areas of school life
-    Excellent classroom, management and leadership skills 
-    Approachability, effective communication skills and a good sense of humour
-    Commitment to developing staff, students and trainees and ability to liaise effectively with Further Education providers
-    Effectiveness in leading and continually driving forward improvements in standards
-    Commitment to working closely with staff, children, governors and families and playing an active role in the life of the school

Beckstone Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and governors to share this commitment.  Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.  Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):

-    Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
-    Online and social media
-    Prohibition from teaching
-    Right to work
-    Satisfactory references
-    Suitability to work with children
-    Childcare disqualification

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Further information, a job description, a person specification and application packs are available on the school website www.beckstone.cumbria.sch.uk

Candidates are welcome to make a visit to the school prior to applying - please contact Hollie in the school office to arrange a date and time – however this is not a pre-requisite and short listed candidates will be invited to tour the building.

The closing date for applications is noon on Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Candidates will be notified of the outcome of the short listing process on Tuesday 29th April 2025

Interviews, Teaching Exercise, Presentations and Interviews will take place on either 7th May 2025 or 8th May 2025

Part time Geography Teacher 0.6 (negotiable for the right candidate)

Required September 2025

Due to the success and popularity of our Geography department, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative part time teacher of Geography with a passion for education and a desire to make a difference for our pupils. The successful applicant will be highly motivated and inspirational with strong classroom management skills. We are able to launch A-level Geography for the first time in September 2025 so experience with KS5 teaching is desirable. You will engage and enthuse all our pupils in order for them to reach their full potential and you will join a dynamic Humanities department with similar purpose and passion.

St John Henry Newman Catholic School supports career development and progression with excellent resources in a new school building. The school is popular and oversubscribed with a growing Sixth Form. 

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 Emily Lowrey, Assistant Headteacher and Head of Humanities by email: emilylowrey@newman.cumbria.sch.uk

Application packs can be requested by emailing vacancies@newman.cumbria.sch.uk or downloaded from our website.

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

Completed application forms can either be emailed to the email address above or submitted by post addressed to HR and Finance.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon Monday 24^th March 2025.

Short listed candidates will be contacted by telephone or email.