Senior Teaching Assistant - Permanent
Part time (32.5 hours per week), 8.30am – 15.30pm term time only (38 weeks per year) 

St John Henry Newman Catholic School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional who is passionate about supporting pupil’s learning and development in our popular oversubscribed school.

You will be part of a team who work collaboratively in class and provide support to a number of pupils with special educational needs. You will work under the direct instruction of teaching staff and the SENDCo, usually in the classroom with the teacher to support access to learning for pupils, as well as planning and delivering focused interventions. 

The successful candidate will be:
•    passionate about supporting pupils to gain an inspirational education to achieve their potential 
•    highly organised and able to prioritise workload, with the ability to work flexibly in a fast-moving environment 
•    an outstanding practitioner with high expectations of pupil’s achievement and behaviour, who is committed to providing high quality teacher and classroom support. 
•    an excellent communicator who can work inclusively with pupils, staff and parents
•    Calm and compassionate while upholding professional standards

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 six month probation period.

For an informal chat about the post or to request to visit our school please contact Mrs Lucinda Keelan, SENDCo by email: [email protected]

Application packs can be requested by emailing [email protected] or downloaded from our website at http://newman.cumbria.sch.uk/Vacancies/

The closing date for applications is 12pm Friday 7th November 2025. Interviews to be held Friday 14th November. Completed application forms can either be emailed to the address above or by post addressed to HR and Finance Department.

Short listed candidates will be contacted by telephone or email.
 

Fixed Term, Part Time (0.5) Class Teacher

The children, staff and governors of Beckermet C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed, inspirational teacher to join our wonderful, dedicated team ideally to start as soon as possible otherwise from January 2026.  The post will be initially until 31st August 2027 due to budget constraints and fluctuating pupil numbers.

MPR depending on relevant experience

The person appointed will also be able to take on the responsibility of leading a subject with the support of the Senior Leadership Team.

We are looking for someone who has 
•    Excellent classroom organisation and behaviour management skills;
•    High expectations of all pupils and is committed to creating a stimulating classroom environment;
•    The ability to enthuse all children to learn and understand what is required to secure outstanding progress;
•    Excellent communication skills at all levels (and is able to deploy support staff effectively);
•    The ability to inspire, motivate and work effectively in a team;
•    Great creativity and knows how to support children to become independent, persevere with challenges and present their work to a high standard;
•    A belief in the development of the whole child;
•    The ability to support children of all abilities, through inclusive practice.

We can offer you:
•    Friendly, enthusiastic pupils who love coming to school
•    A genuine commitment to you continued professional development, 
•    An inclusive working atmosphere with a team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued,
•    A school that ensures that the safeguarding of pupils is its top priority
•    A level of support from staff and governors.

Beckermet 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.  The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include references, Right to Work in the UK and enhanced DBS check for regulated activity (to include a children’s barred list check)

Job description/personal specification is available via email.  To request an application pack please email Mrs Thomson at: [email protected].  Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Thomson via email only.

Closing date: Midday on 12th November 2025
Interview dates: week beginning 17th November 2025