Full-time Key Stage 1 (Year 2) Class Teacher – Temporary (Maternity Cover) – from 24th November 2025 to 10th July 2026

The Learning for Life Trust are seeking to appoint an inspirational, highly motivated classroom teacher at Fairfield Primary School to help us build upon our school’s achievements and successes as one of the most successful schools in the county.

Like us you will be dynamic, innovative and hardworking; driven by a passion to bring out the very best in all our pupils. You will support the school in moving towards its vision and will bring a wealth of ideas and experience to the team.

We would like to hear from applicants who have:

•    Experience in teaching in Key Stage 1 with a proven track record in achieving high standards. 
•    Evidence of being an outstanding practitioner, able to enthuse and inspire pupils and staff.
•    Evidence of a strong understanding of effective phonics delivery and the reading framework.
•    Evidence of being a strong subject leader. 
•    High standards in terms of teaching, behaviour and achievement.
•    A commitment to further professional development.
•    Excellent organisational skills, plus the ability to provide and maintain an engaging and challenging learning environment.
•    A commitment to playing a full and active role in the wider life of the school.
•    The ability to develop purposeful relationships with stakeholders of the school/Multi Academy Trust.

In return, we can offer:

•    A skilled, creative and supportive team working with friendly children and supportive parents.
•    An exciting opportunity to be part of a forward looking, ambitious organisation that believes in developing its staff to become the best they can be.
•    A school that is consistently focussed on making a positive impact on pupils and the community.
•    Opportunities to collaborate with local schools and be part of a developing a Multi Academy Trust.

Application forms may be obtained from either:
The school website (www.fairfieldprimary.co.uk) or by e-mailing the School Business Manager, Mrs Carolyn Parker at [email protected]

Closing date for applications: Friday 10th October 2025 (at 12.00pm)
Shortlisting: Friday 10th October 2025
Interviews to take place on: Thursday 16th October 2025
School Tours: Thursday 2nd October 2025 (at 4.00pm)

Please note that no CVs are accepted. Please complete the supporting statement within the application form. Covering letters should be a maximum of 1-page A4.

Fairfield Primary School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applications will be subject to checks with past employer and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Visits to school are encouraged. Please contact the School Office on [email protected] or (01900) 821133 if you would like to make an appointment.

Senior Teaching Assistant (STA)
Required November 2025
NJC Scale 4 £26,403 - £28,142 per annum pro rata
Part time, term time only permanent contract  
30 hours and 5 minutes per week over 5 days 
(actual salary £19,235 - £20,502 based on 46.6 weeks)

We are seeking to recruit a Senior Teaching Assistant to provide 1: 1 and small group support in classes for students with a Special Education Need or Disability.  You need to have good literacy and numeracy skills and a relevant NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification; appropriate experience as a Teaching Assistant would be preferred.  This is a part time term time only post.

St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students.  All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines.  This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure.  

Please email enquiries to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at 
[email protected]  

The application form and job description can be downloaded from the school website at 
www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk

Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form please to 
Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at [email protected]  

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday, 10th October 2025
Interviews will be held shortly thereafter

We do reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date
 

Permanent – Part Time Cleaner

Required from October

The Children, staff and governors of Beckermet C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint a part-time Cleaner to join our friendly School community from October working 15 hours per week – 3.00 - 6.00pm Monday - Friday, term time only with one week during summer holidays, please note that there can be some flexibility with these hours.

We are looking for a reliable and hard-working individual to carry out a range of general cleaning duties, helping to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for all pupils, staff and visitors

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 3rd October 2025
Interview dates: week beginning 13th October 2025

Post Title: Upper Key Stage 2 STA 
Start Date: 1st January 2026 
Permanent
Hours: 35 per week
Paid: Term Time Only
Grade: PCD7 FTE Salary: £28,598 (A) per annum pro rata Hourly Rate: £14.82
 

The Governors and Headteacher of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School would like to appoint an enthusiastic, skilled and highly motivated,  Senior Teaching Assistant to support Key Stage 2 teaching and learning initiatives as well as focusing and supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs. 

Working hours will be from 8.30am until 3.30pm, Monday-Friday and will include behavioural management and supporting positive play at lunchtimes for 30 minutes per day.

 Our inspiration is our Mission Statement;
Why are we here?
Jesus told us to love one another.
We do this by showing respect and caring for each other.
We want everyone to do their best at all times and take pride in themselves because each one of us is special to God.

Senior Teaching Assistant
To support the class teacher in the delivery of the National Curriculum to our pupils, working in partnership with parents, teachers and the school to establish a supportive and nurturing learning environment in which children make excellent progress. Experience working with primary school aged children is essential.

Main Duties 
• To support individuals and groups to help them learn. 
• To establish an effective and purposeful learning environment in partnership with the teachers and other colleagues. 
• To support teachers in assessing the needs of individual children. 
• To observe, record and feedback information on pupil performance.

Other Key Aspects of the role 
• To assist in creating materials for curriculum delivery and display boards 
• To plan, lead and facilitate group activities 
• To plan and lead one to one teaching and intervention 
• To promote inclusion of all the pupils in the school, including those with physical, learning and behaviour difficulties 
• To assist with behaviour management within and outside the classroom 
• To work with the classroom teachers to implement Individual Education Plans and develop resources for pupils who have: English as a second language, speech or language impairments or behaviour that interferes with learning and relationships 
• To assist pupils’ social development, progress and achievement outside the classroom 
• To take safeguarding seriously and be observant and follow the schools safeguarding policy

Wider School Support
• To supervise pupils in the playground, dining hall when directed. 
• To assist with therapy. Eg: physical, occupational or language 
• To maintain pupil and family confidentiality 
• To attend regular meetings and training as required 
• To communicate and liaise with staff, pupils, parents, governors and other members of the local community as appropriate 
• To be first aid trained (Paediatric Training)

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.  To arrange a visit please contact the school office on:  Tel: 01946 830433 Email: [email protected]

The school is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks are required for this post, as are excellent professional references.

For an application pack and further details please email: [email protected]

Applications, when submitted, should be sent electronically to the above address if possible or posted to the school address to arrive by 9am on Friday 17th October 2025.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 22nd October 2025  and all candidates selected for interview will be notified before 5pm on Monday 20th October 2025 by email.

Teaching Assistant – Fixed Term to July 2026 due to budgetary funding  (Part-Time, Pro-Rata)
Monday to Friday 30 hours per week, Term Time Only plus INSET Days
Required from: October 2025
 

Bransty Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced NVQ Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant to join our passionate and highly motivated team. This is a fixed term post for 30 hours per week, term time only, starting in October 2025.

We are looking for a flexible and dedicated individual, preferably with experience in Early Years, Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, and a strong background in supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

About the Role
You will play a key role in supporting the learning and development of our pupils. The role will include:
•    Providing 1:1 support for pupils with SEND, including those with ASC, physical/medical difficulties, or severe learning difficulties
•    Supporting teachers across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
•    Delivering high-quality general classroom support
•    Working under the direction of class teachers as well as independently
•    Having a secure understanding of the primary curriculum
•    Using knowledge of systematic synthetic phonics; Read Write Inc. training is desirable

We are looking for someone who:
•    Holds a Level 3 NVQ qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent
•    Has relevant experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting
•    Has strong literacy and numeracy skills
•    Has a sound knowledge of SEN and a passion for inclusive education
•    Is proactive, resourceful and confident in managing learning tasks and classroom routines
•    Is patient, dynamic, and committed to helping every child thrive
•    Can use initiative and work effectively as part of a team
•    Is willing to undertake further SEND training to meet the needs of our pupils

Desirable Skills/Experience:
•    Experience working with children who have:
•    Hearing impairments
•    Physical or medical needs
•    Autism spectrum conditions

Bransty Primary School is a unique and forward-thinking school where children are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to continuous improvement and providing a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment for all our pupils.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, a pre-employment health assessment and other vetting checks as part of our safer recruitment process.

How to Apply
For further details and an application pack, please contact:
- [email protected]
- Closing Date for Applications: Monday 6th October 2025 at 12pm
- Interviews: Friday 10th October 2025

Teaching Assistant
Temporary fixed term with a natural conclusion of 31st August 2026 due to the needs of the 2025/26 academic year.
Term-time only – Grade 3 £25,583 - £25,989 pro-rata
24.5 hours per week
Commencing as soon as possible 

Work closely with teachers and senior staff to support every pupil’s learning, ensuring they can fully engage in lessons, while helping to create a positive, well organised classroom environment.

Bassenthwaite School and Little Ducklings Nursery 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 an enhanced DBS disclosure and appropriate pre-employment checks, including on-line and social media checks.

Part of the Keswick School MAT
Small School, Big Opportunities

Further details and application forms are available from the MAT HR Manager, Andrew Youn.

By email: [email protected] from the school’s website: https://bassenthwaite.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancy/    

Closing date: 10am Thursday 25th September 2025

Office Administrator 
Temporary fixed term with a natural conclusion of 31st August 2026 due because it is linked to the needs of the 2025/26 academic year.
Term-time only – Grade 4 £26,403 - £26,824 pro-rata
10 hours per week

Commencing as soon as possible 

Join our friendly primary school team as an Office Administrator, where you’ll be the welcoming face of our school, supporting staff, pupils, and parents with a wide range of administrative tasks.

Bassenthwaite School and Little Ducklings Nursery 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 an enhanced DBS disclosure and appropriate pre-employment checks, including on-line and social media checks.

Part of the Keswick School MAT
Small School, Big Opportunities

Further details and application forms are available from the MAT HR Manager, Andrew Young.

By email: [email protected] from the school’s website: https://bassenthwaite.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancy/    

Closing date: 10am Thursday 25th September 2025

2 x Temporary EYFS Teaching Assistants

The governors of Maryport CE Primary School are seeking to appoint 2 qualified and committed Teaching Assistants to support learning in our Early Years provision.  

Post 1
Required to start on Monday 3rd November 2025 to 31st August 2026 to support the increase of our Nursery pupil numbers.
Post 2
Required to start 5th January 2026 to 31st August 2026 to support a SEND child, which will include PEG feeding

PCD5 - £25,989 per annum, pro-rata, 32.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday 8.30am-3.30pm, term time only.

We are looking for a person who:
-    Is level 3 Early Years qualified, preferably with Paediatric First Aid
-    displays a strong commitment to promoting children’s development and learning in an Early Years setting
-    is flexible and works well as part of a team
-    is motivated and enthusiastic about working with children
-    is committed to supporting the Christian ethos and values of the school

Maryport Church of England Primary 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.

Visits to the school are welcome, please call 01900 812299.

Application forms are available on the school’s website at Job Vacancies | Maryport Church of England Primary School

Completed applications are to be emailed to [email protected] 

Closing date: 10th  October 2025

Start date as soon as possible 

Join our friendly team at Ellenborough Academy! 

We’re offering the role of Teaching Assistant in our school.

This post is fixed term until 22nd May 2026 to cover maternity leave.
•    30 hrs/week (8:30 am –3 pm with a 30 minute lunch) term time
•    Grade 5, SCP6 £25,989 PA £13.47 per hour
•    EYFS - Mixed pre-school, Nursery and Reception class
•    You should be: Level 3 qualified, calm, flexible, team-oriented

Ideal Candidates Will Be:
•    Passionate about delivering a love of learning
•    Has a good understanding of teaching and learning
•    Patient, caring and responsive to children’s needs
•    Supportive of school values and family ethos
•    Can work as part of a successful team
•    Well organised, supportive and enjoys working with 2-5 year olds

We Offer:
    Wonderful children, who love to learn
    A welcoming environment with high expectations and support
    A strong community who work together as a team to ensure the best outcomes for our children

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all our pupils and staff and expect all applicants to share this commitment.  All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply Now
Full details:  Email: [email protected]
Call: 01900 812931 (8am–4pm, term time)
Closing Date: Monday 29th September 2025 , 12 noon
Interviews: Monday 7th October 2025