Permanent Post

MPR/UPR & TLR 1B - plus £3,000 recruitment and retention package, split over 2 years 
1.0 FTE 

The successful candidate will:
•    Be an acknowledged outstanding practitioner of English
•    Have a clear understanding of the characteristics of high quality teaching and proven experience of teaching across the whole age, ability and behaviour range
•    Be able to demonstrate their commitment to our students
•    Work closely with senior leaders to agree strategies for improvements
•    Be approachable and of empathetic character in order to engage and support colleagues in improving their practice but at the same time being fair and consistent in expectations
•    Motivate both colleagues and students to work hard and try their best through passing on to them their infectious enthusiasm and passion for their subject!
•    Actively share good practice and seek to explore ways to improve their own and others’ teaching
•    Work hard to ensure all students make at least expected progress irrespective of their starting point and individual needs
•    Understand that behaviour management starts with the quality of teaching in the classroom
•    Demonstrate leadership qualities including personal resilience, drive and initiative and role model those personal qualities we wish to see in all our staff and in still in our young people

For further details about this role, please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135632/EDV-2025-WLA-82860 (copy and paste)

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received. Early applications are encouraged.

The closing date is 09.00 am on Friday 14 February 2025

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 2023, online searches may be carried out as part of the recruitment process.

Monday 24th March 2025 or sooner if possible

Teaching Assistant to work across EY and Infants – 32.5 hours per week, fixed term, term time only until the end of the academic year (18 July 2025) due to pupil numbers .
 

Brook Street School is looking to appoint a dedicated, skilled and caring teaching assistant to work in a range of roles across both early years and key stage one, including class, group and one-to -one roles. Set in the heart of Carlisle, Brook Street is a fantastic place to work. We serve a rich and diverse community of children and families and view this as a strength of the school. Within our school community we have children with a wide range of needs, including speech and language needs, English as an additional language and special educational needs. The successful candidate would form part of the team delivering across all of these needs and we would provide the training and support required. 

The successful candidate should be:
•    A dedicated and caring early years or infant practitioner
•    Able to work as part of a team 
•    Dedicated to the well-being of all the children at the school.
•    Committed to developing and enhancing your own professional practice.  
•    Creative and flexible to meet the needs of all pupils. 
•    Be able to foster strong relationships with parents, governors, colleagues and other professionals.
•    Play a full and active role in the wider life of the school
•    Committed to their own professional development

We can offer:
•    A good school (March 2022).
•    Happy, hardworking, polite and well-behaved children who love to learn. 
•    A supportive and welcoming staff team.
•    A fantastic learning environment
•    A commitment to your ongoing professional development.
•    A commitment to offering all children access to a wider curriculum.  
•    A diverse and culturally rich school community. 
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS enhanced disclosure will be required for this post.

Application forms and further details can be obtained from either:-

The school website: www.brookstreetschool.co.uk
Email the school office: headteacher@brookst.cumbria.sch.uk 

Queries to school office: Tel: 01228 558724

Please note that school will be closed for half term from Saturday 15 February – Sunday 23 February, so emails and calls will not be answered during this period. You can still access our website to download the necessary information over this period at https://www.brookstreetschool.co.uk/vacancies/ 

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged, we would love to show you around our wonderful school.  Please contact the school office to arrange a visit. 

Application closing date: 9:00am Monday 24th February 2025
Shortlisting: Tuesday 25th February 2025 
Interviews: Friday 28th February 2025

Part-time, Term-time (hours are negotiable, from 20 to 37 hours per week, 40 weeks)

West Lakes Academy are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, conscientious and self-motivated person to join the Science team. This is a key role in providing a welcoming and safe environment for staff, students and visitors. 

We seek a conscientious, adaptable technician to support the Science curriculum.

Under the instruction/guidance of senior staff, to provide assistance and information as required in the preparation of resources, maintenance and support to staff and pupils. Ensuring requirements are followed, meeting both the health & safety standards and the requirements of the classes involved.

Includes helping to ensure that stock levels are maintained, safely stored and future requirements are identified. With occasional assistance to the other curriculum technicians if required.

This is a busy and varied role and candidates should have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills. Although advantageous, the post requires no previous experience of working in a school setting.

Previous experience is desirable however full training will be provided for the right candidate.

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.

For further details about this role, please visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135632/EDV-2025-WLA-71342
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Closing date is 09.00 on  Monday 24 February 2025

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 2023, online searches may be carried out as part of the recruitment process.

Permanent Post

Working hours negotiable - up to 37 hours per week, term-time only (40 weeks per year including INSET and out of term working)

West Lakes Academy are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, conscientious and self-motivated person to join the Technology Team.

This is a key role in providing a welcoming and safe environment for staff, students and visitors.We seek a conscientious, adaptable technician to support the Technology curriculum.

Under the instruction/guidance of senior staff, to provide assistance and information as required in the preparation of resources, maintenance and support to staff and pupils. Ensuring requirements are followed, meeting both the health & safety standards and the requirements of the classes involved.

Includes helping to ensure that stock levels are maintained, safely stored and future requirements are identified. With occasional assistance to the other curriculum technicians if required.

This is a busy and varied role and candidates should have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills. Although advantageous, the post requires no previous experience of working in a school setting. Previous experience is desirable however full training will be provided for the right candidate.

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy should an effective number of applicants be received. Early applications are encouraged.

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 2023, online searches may be carried out as part of the recruitment process.

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.

For further details about this role, please visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135632/EDV-2025-WLA-62752

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Closing date is 09.00 on  Monday 24 February 2025

Robert Ferguson Primary School

Part Time Senior Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term)
PCD7 – £27,711 per annum , pro rata  (35 hrs p/wk) Hourly rate: £14.36
From March 2025
17.5 hours per week term time only (38 weeks per year + 1 week INSET)          

From March 2025 to August 2025

This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and dedicated team.  We are seeking a senior teaching assistant to work with a child with special educational needs in our Reception class.  The position is fixed term as it has been created to meet the needs of specific pupils with an Educational Health Care Plan.  The position is initially for 17.5 hours - availability to extend working hours beyond these hours is desirable.

Details about the position and how to apply can be downloaded from our website - www.rferguson.org 

The successful candidate will:

•    have experience relevant to the role;
•    be proactive and enthusiastic about meeting the needs of pupils;
•    contribute to a caring, friendly and supportive learning environment; 
•    work flexibly in the classroom and around school to deliver a tailored curriculum;

Robert Ferguson School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure Bureau (DBS) and references will be taken from previous employers prior to starting in post.

Applicants are requested to provide a completed application form (downloadable from our website) and an accompanying letter of application, preferably by post or dropped off to the school office.  To arrange a visit to the school prior to applying, please contact the school office - 01228 535091.

Closing Date - Friday 24th February 2025 at 09:00

Exam Invigilator
Casual Post 

To support the day-to-day operation of examination venues which will include (but is not limited to):
•    To assist in the preparation of the examination room ensuring that it meets the JCQ requirements.
•    Assisting with setting up for examinations by transporting equipment and examination papers to venues and laying out stationery, equipment and examination papers in accordance with strict procedures.
•    Closely follow and enforce exam procedures and regulations. 
•    Assist candidates prior to the start of examinations by directing them to their seats and advising them about possessions permitted inside examination venues. 
•    Ensure candidates do not talk once inside the examination venues. 
•    Invigilate during examinations; deal with queries raised by candidates and deal with exam irregularities in accordance with strict procedures. 
•    Checking attendance during examinations. 
•    Record details of late arrivals and early leavers and collect scripts from early leavers. 
•    Ensure that candidates are aware of the start and finishing times of examinations. 
•    Escort candidates from examination venues during the examinations as required and supervise candidates whilst outside examination venues. 
•    Escort candidates on toilet break ensuring no unauthorised material is consulted and that examination regulations are observed at all times. 
•    Report any breach of examination rules to the responsible person immediately and the Examinations Officer 

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. 

For further details about this role, please visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/135632/EDV-2025-WLA-36221

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Closing date is 09.00 on 31 March 2025

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 2023, online searches may be carried out as part of the recruitment process.