Headteacher, Full-Time, Permanent  

Required from January 2027 

Salary: Group 1  Leadership Pay Range (£61,836 - £71,682) 

Nestled between the hills of the Western Lake District and the beautiful Solway Coast, Montreal Church of England Primary School is a warm, inclusive, and ambitious school at the heart of the Cleator Moor community. Rooted in our Christian vision and values, we are committed to nurturing every child so they can flourish academically, socially, and spiritually. 

The Governing Body is seeking an exceptional leader who will continue to build on our strengths and guide the school confidently into its next chapter.  

What we are looking for: 

•    a strong, strategic and compassionate leader with a clear vision for high-quality teaching and learning 
•    a leader committed to the Christian ethos of our school and able to promote our values in daily school life 
•    proven experience in raising standards and improving outcomes for all pupils 
•    a commitment to inclusive practice, ensuring every child is known, supported, and challenged 
•    someone who can communicate effectively, inspire, motivate, and develop staff at all levels 
•    a relationship-builder who works positively with pupils, families, staff, governors, the parish, and the wider community 
•    a resilient, reflective leader with integrity and optimism 

We can offer you:  

•    a warm and welcoming school with respectful, happy children who are proud of their school and are enthusiastic about their learning.  
•    a culture which is distinctively Christian, inclusive and with excellent church links.   
•    a highly professional and dedicated staff, 
•    supportive governors who are ambitious for the school’s future 

If you would like to discover more, we would encourage a visit to the school website. Visits to the school can take place from 3.30pm. If you wish to arrange a visit, please contact the school via email, to make an appointment [email protected] . 
Cont. 
Application pack and information can be found on the school website, or available, via email from [email protected]  

Closing date: 2nd September 2026 at 12 noon (via post or e-mail: [email protected])  Shortlisting: 8th September 2026 
Interview date: 14th & 15th September 2026 

The school is committed to the safeguarding of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be appointed on the completion of an enhanced DBS check and receipt of professional 
 

Part Time Teacher (0.4FTE, Fixed Term) until 31st August 2027

Required from September 2026
Salary Range – MPR pro rata

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our lively small school!

The governors and headteacher of Borrowdale C of E Primary School wish to appoint a passionate and talented teacher to join our staff team from 1st September for the academic year 2026-27. We are looking for a teacher for Thursdays and Fridays to deliver inspiring learning across two classes. This post is offered on a fixed-term basis because an existing member of staff has indicated her wish to increase her hours from September 2027 and the school wishes to keep the post available to accommodate that.

Borrowdale School is a small, friendly school with a very hardworking staff team. We have high expectations of everyone in the school as we are committed to giving our pupils the best possible educational experiences, using the outdoor environment whenever possible.

The successful candidate will:
•    share our vision ‘Educating for life in all its fullness’
•    be an excellent teacher with enthusiasm and drive to inspire children
•    be creative in finding opportunities to use the outdoor environment for learning
•    have patience and a caring and understanding nature
•    be a team player with high expectations of themselves and others
•    be able to teach classes with mixed ages and abilities
•    have experience of supporting children with additional needs
•    be willing to uphold the values and ethos of our Church of England school

We offer:
•    a culture that encourages teachers to be bold and creative
•    small teaching groups
•    happy, confident children and a friendly, supportive, enthusiastic and hardworking staff team
•    a commitment to support your professional development
•    strong links to the church and the community
•    a friendly, caring and popular rural school with superb grounds in spectacular surroundings

Borrowdale School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include References, Right to Work in the UK, DBS and for "relevant" posts, a declaration that neither they, nor anyone who lives in the same household is a disqualified person under the Childcare Regulations 2009. Terms and conditions for Teaching Standards will apply.

There are many ways to find out more about the school. In addition to exploring our website, visits by appointment are warmly welcomed. Mr Smits, our headteacher, is also available for an informal chat by phone outside of school hours. Please phone the school on 017687 77686 or contact Mr Smits by email: [email protected] to organise a time.

To download the application form, job description and person spec, please visit www.borrowdaleschool.com > about us > vacancies

Completed applications forms with a covering letter should be returned via email only to [email protected]

Closing date:  5pm on Sunday 12th July 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email on Monday 13th July by 1pm.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 15th July 2026.
The final selection process will include a short morning activity to reduce the field, followed by a structured interview in the afternoon.

Permanent Part Time Teaching Assistant
PCD5 - £25,989 per annum, pro rata for 24 hours (four days) per week term time only
Start Date – September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter

Are you passionate about supporting children in their primary years of education? Do you want to be part of a small, friendly school community where every child is known and valued?

St. Michael’s Primary School in Bothel is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our warm and friendly school. With a small school community, fantastic facilities and a wonderful learning environment, we offer a close-knit school family where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of learners.

Key responsibilities include:
•    Working with individual children and / or groups to provide tailored support, under the guidance of the class teacher. This may involve some 1:1 support of a child.
•    Supporting the development of a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive.
•    Assisting in the classroom with the smooth running of daily activities. This will initially be in KS2.
•    Building positive relationships with children, staff, and families to promote a collaborative learning experience.
The ideal candidate will have:
•    Experience working or training in a primary school setting
•    A passion for helping children achieve their full potential
•    Excellent communication and teamwork skills
•    A warm, caring, flexible and patient approach to supporting young learners

If you are enthusiastic about working in a small school where you can really contribute to the community, we’d love to hear from you!

Application forms can be downloaded from the About Us section of our school website www.bothel.school and we very much look forward to hearing from you.

Alternatively, you can phone us on 016973 20632 for more information or to arrange a visit to view our lovely school beforehand if you would like to. Completed application forms along with a covering letter should be submitted via email to [email protected]  or by post to Mrs P Page, St Michael’s CE Primary School, Bothel, Cumbria, CA7 2HN

St Michael’s CE School is committed to the safeguarding of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Written professional references will be taken up and any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and relevant criminal records check.

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