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Acting Head Teacher

1.0 FTE ACTING HEADTEACHER (Maternity Cover) Leadership Scale Secondment Opportunity Required from January 2027

Group 1 

L6-L12    £60,619 to £70,275 
 
NOR 43 (Age Range 3 to 11 years)

The Governing Body of Hallbankgate Village School are seeking expressions of interest for the role of Acting Head Teacher, for the period 1st January 2027 until 31st December 2027, whilst our Headteacher takes Maternity Leave.  We believe we can offer an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Headteacher to lead a nurturing and ambitious village school at the heart of its community, where every child is valued, inspired to discover their strengths, believe what they can achieve and THRIVE.

Some teaching hours will be required, to be agreed with the successful candidate, to provide cover across the school where necessary, and to deliver small intervention groups.  Recent KS2 teaching experience would be desirable.

We are looking to appoint someone who is:
•    Passionate about every child’s success, committed to ensuring that all children feel happy, valued, confident and inspired, and have the skills, knowledge and character they need to flourish.
•    A leader with a strong knowledge of the EYFS through to Year 6, and a clear understanding of how children learn, develop confidence and are supported to become independent, resilient and effective learners.
•    Forward-thinking and committed to continuous improvement, with high expectations for teaching, learning, behaviour and outcomes, while recognising and celebrating the individual strengths and achievements of every child.
•    A strong and relational leader who values our identity as a small village school at the heart of its community, and who can build positive, trusting relationships with staff, children, governors, parents and the wider community.
•    Experienced in school self-evaluation and improvement, with a clear understanding of the Ofsted framework and, ideally, recent experience of an Ofsted inspection, or Ofsted training.
•    Ideally experienced in a Designated Safeguarding Lead and SENDCo role, although this could be covered by existing staff if necessary.

In return, we can offer:
•    A warm, welcoming and supportive school community where children and adults feel valued, respected and proud to belong.
•    A child-centred, creative and inspiring learning environment, where every child is encouraged to discover their strengths, embrace challenges and develop a love of learning.
•    A highly motivated, reflective and supportive team of teaching and support staff, committed to providing rich learning experiences and to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to flourish.
•    Strong and positive partnerships with pupils, families, and our local and wider community, reflecting our role as a village school at the heart of its community.
•    A supportive and proactive Governing Body, committed to the continued success of the school and to ensuring that every child is understood, valued and supported as an individual.
•    A school with a strong sense of identity and belonging, where we celebrate individuality, nurture character and equip our children with the skills, knowledge and confidence to flourish in an ever-changing world.

Expressions of Interest should be sent to the Governing Body via The Clerk [email protected] no later than 9am on Monday 19th October 2026.  Please outline your experience and suitability for the role, with reference to the criteria outlined above.  There is no requirement to submit an application form.   This post is offered on a secondment basis.  You must seek agreement from your current Headteacher and Governing Body, please confirm you have this agreement in your Expression of Interest.

Any potential candidates are warmly encouraged to visit school throughout w/c 12th October, please contact [email protected] to arrange a suitable time.

Hallbankgate Village 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.  All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and pre-employment ID and medical checks. 

Hallbankgate Village School    
Hallbankgate, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 2NJ
www.hallbankgate.org.uk 
Headteacher: Miss C Hutton 

 

Date posted
Reference Number
4456
Please see details below
Foundation
School
Hallbankgate Village School
Job type
Headship, Deputy or Assistant Head
Contract type
Fixed term
Work pattern
Full-time

Assistant Team Manager - Youth Justice - CMB2710e

Assistant Team Manager - Youth Justice

 

Salary: £53,051 to £54,143 per annum 

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Carlisle or Workington base, but requirement to work across the whole of Cumberland

Contract: Permanent

 

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About this opportunity

Join our Youth Justice Service and play a vital role in improving outcomes for children and young people involved in the criminal justice system. Working within a multi-agency team, you will support the day-to-day operational delivery of the service, provide guidance and supervision to staff, oversee case management and quality assurance, and help drive continuous improvement across the team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Youth Justice professional with strong leadership skills, a passion for partnership working, and a commitment to ensuring children, young people and families receive the right support at the right time. You'll also contribute to the delivery of Cumberland’s Youth Justice Plan and the development of high-quality, child-centred services.

 

This role is available on a permanent basis.

 

Who we’re looking forWe’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

 

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

 

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

 

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Kelly Monaghan by email at [email protected]

 

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is:

Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check.

 

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.

Guaranteed InterviewsWe offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

  • Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
  • Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
  • Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & AdjustmentsWe’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [email protected]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information

  • Closing date: 8th November 2026
  • Interview date: 17th November 2026

 

If you experience any difficulties logging in to apply for this role, please contact the HR Systems team at [email protected].

 

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

 

Please read the supporting information:

 

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

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37
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CUMBERLAND-WIDE
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54143.00
job minsalary
53051.00
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CUMBERLAND-WIDE
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£53,051-£54,143
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