Teacher of Music

Full-time, maternity cover, 

Required for January 2026, a well-qualified teacher of Music 

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our well-established and vibrant Music department. The post is suitable for either an ECT or a teacher with experience. The timetable will predominantly include KS3 teaching though there is the possibility of teaching GCSE and A-Level Music, depending on experience. 

The Music department occupies a purpose-built suite of classrooms, equipped to an exceptional standard including keyboards, samba percussion, ukuleles, guitars and has two practice rooms and a drum and guitar band room with electronic drum kit, PA and amplifiers. In addition, we have computers operating with Sibelius Ultimate and FL Studio Producer along with midi keyboards. 

The subject is popular with our pupils and there are currently GCSE groups in Years 10 and 11, and A Level Music groups in Years 12 and 13, all following the Eduqas specification. The curriculum is well established and there are numerous resources to support the successful applicant to plan and deliver lessons, along with help from the Head of Department and other full time music teacher. The department also offer a range of extra-curricular activities, which play an important role in life at NTS. 

The Nelson Thomlinson School is a high performing secondary school on the fringe of the Lake District in Cumbria. Ofsted’s most recent visit in October 2023 highlighted our strong traditions and a school where pupils (and staff) are proud to live out its values. NTS also has a dedicated Professional Development department where opportunities for staff development and training are made a priority.

Please download and complete an application form and submit it along with your covering letter of application to Mr DS Northwood, Headmaster, to [email protected] 

Closing date: Friday 17^th October 2025 at 4pm

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted on: Monday 20^th October 2025

Play Team Member
10 hours per week – 11.30am – 1.30pm Term Time Only
 

Fun, friendly and want to play? 
Our Gold award playtimes need playworkers!
We are recruiting for a new member of our Opal Play team, you will ensure that all our children have meaningful lunchtime play every day. You will work as a member of the Play Team to create a safe and stimulating outdoor environment providing social, active and creative play experiences for all. 

We are looking for fun and friendly people who can;

• Facilitate play opportunities and act as an ambassador for play. 
• Work with the Site Manager, Play Coordinator, and Play Team members to ensure that all our children have a safe site for play. 
• Assess play areas for risks daily and communicating/implementing any changes required. 
• Assist with putting out and packing away of play equipment/kit. 
• Record and report incidents of note that occur during lunchtime – e.g. site issues, behaviour, first aid. 
• Assess and deliver first aid to pupils (if trained). Assist with first aid reporting. 
• Coordinate and communicate with the Play Coordinator, Play Team Members and the Catering Team to ensure that all children visit the dining hall in a scheduled manner, to minimise queuing and maximise play time outside. 
• Offer care, support and advice for children during lunchtime. 
• Contribute ideas and suggestions to improve the team practices and performance. 
• Promote and safeguard the safety and welfare of children in accordance with school child protection and behaviour management policies. 
• Support and uphold Norman Street values, and are committed to our relational approach to behaviour.  
• Attend periodic team meetings and/or training for professional development.

At Norman Street Primary School, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note that in all cases written references will be taken up and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service checks, this will also include an online search.

Visits are strongly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time.

Closing date:        15 October 2025
Interviews:        Week commencing 20 October 2025

Application forms can be downloaded from the Cumberland Council’s website or by request to the Office Manager via [email protected]

Complete applications can be returned to [email protected] or by hand addressed to the Office Manager.

Please note - CVs alone will not be accepted as applications. Previous applicants need not apply

School Cleaner
Required as soon as possible

Permanent part time post – 17.5 hours per week 
SCP 4 fixed point £25,185 per annum pro rata  (actual salary for 17.5 hours per week, £11,911 per annum) 
              
We are looking for a reliable and preferably experienced person to join our cleaning team to provide a clean and hygienic environment in Campus Whitehaven. You may be working in St Benedict’s School and/or Mayfield School.

This is a permanent part time post – 17.5 hours per week are available.  We are happy to accept applications from individuals who wish to work 10 or 7.5 hours per week.  Hours of work will usually be between 3.30 and 7.00pm Monday to Friday.  

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to work during the school closure periods.

St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment.  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 download further information and an application form from our website at 
www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk  

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

We are sorry that we are unable to accept CVs.  

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday, 17th October 2025
Interviews will be held shortly thereafter

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

Maternity Cover Teacher (Temporary)
Full time
Required to start 23rd February 2026

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented teacher. The Governors and Headteacher of Seaton St. Paul’s C of E Junior School are seeking to appoint a creative, hardworking and innovative teacher. The post will be Maternity Cover in KS2. You will need to bring enthusiasm, drive and above all – a love of learning to support our team to achieve the very best for all our children. We are an inclusive, friendly school with a dedicated team and a warm family atmosphere.

You will:
• Have a good understanding of how to challenge and support children with a wide range of needs
• Be imaginative, delivering engaging and exciting sessions or lessons for our children
• Have a secure understanding of assessment, and be able to place this at the heart of your teaching
• Be a team-player with good communication and support our whole staff family
• Most importantly, be committed to professional development and have high expectations of your own practice
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding and how we support the whole child and family

In return, we offer:
• Wonderful children, who love to learn
• A community who take pride in being members of Seaton St. Paul’s C of E Junior School
• A welcoming work environment, with high expectations and support
• An inclusive school, where high standards and excellence are valued
• Staff that work whole heartedly as a team to deliver the best for our families
• A supportive leadership team, committed to developing Seaton St. Paul’s C of E Junior School
into an outstanding place to work and learn
• A professional development plan, supported by a coaching and mentoring programme designed to enhance practice and prepare staff for career progression

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.

Application forms, job description/personal specification are available on our school website on the Vacancies page. www.seaton-jun.cumbria.sch.uk

Visits to the school are welcome by appointment. Please contact our main office to arrange a day and time. 
Completed application forms should be returned via email only, marked for the attention of the Headteacher Mrs Lynn Carini [email protected]

ECT’s and experienced staff are welcome to apply.

Closing date: Monday 10th November 2025 (12 noon)
Shortlisting: Tuesday 11th November 2025
Interviews to be held on:  Wednesday 19th November 2025

Seaton St Paul’s CE Junior School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Any appointment will be subject to suitable references and pre-employment checks.