Senior Teaching Assistant - Permanent

Required September 2025
Part time (25 hours per week), term time only (38 weeks per year) 
 

St John Henry Newman Catholic School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional who is passionate about supporting pupil’s learning and development in our popular oversubscribed school.

You will be part of a team who work collaboratively in class and provide support to a number of pupils with special educational needs. You will work under the direct instruction of teaching staff and the SENDCo, usually in the classroom with the teacher to support access to learning for pupils, as well as planning and delivering focused interventions. 

The successful candidate will be:
•    passionate about supporting pupils to gain an inspirational education to achieve their potential 
•    highly organised and able to prioritise workload, with the ability to work flexibly in a fast-moving environment 
•    an outstanding practitioner with high expectations of pupil’s achievement and behaviour, who is committed to providing high quality teacher and classroom support. 
•    an excellent communicator who can work inclusively with pupils, staff and parents
•    Calm and compassionate while upholding professional standards

Our school has a distinctive caring and Christian ethos with the emphasis on the individual and supporting staff and pupils in fulfilling their full potential. St John Henry Newman Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS, health check and a six month probation period.

For an informal chat about the post or to request to visit our school please contact Mrs Lucinda Keelan, SENDCo by email: SENDCo@newman.cumbria.sch.uk

Application packs can be requested by emailing vacancies@newman.cumbria.sch.uk or downloaded from our website at http://newman.cumbria.sch.uk/Vacancies/

The closing date for applications is 12pm Monday 30th June 2025  Completed application forms can either be emailed to the address above or by post addressed to HR and Finance Department.

Short listed candidates will be contacted by telephone or email.

Job Title: Finance Assistant  

Start Date: September 2025

Contract type: Full Time/Full year available or Full Time/Term Time Only +5days available, by arrangement.

Energy Coast UTC is looking to appoint a motivated and organised Finance Assistant to support the efficient running of our finance department. This role involves assisting with day-to-day financial tasks such as processing invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and helping to ensure compliance with financial procedures. The successful candidate will have strong numeracy skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to work. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking educational institution that plays a key role in developing the next generation of engineers and industry professionals.

Salary: Cumberland Council Pay Scale 5A-6B £25,183-£25,992 

At Energy Coast UTC our intent is to deliver academic excellence alongside a world class technical and skills based practical education, ensuring our students also excel in employability skills and work directly with employers on a range of projects. We prepare students to meet the demand for highly skilled engineers and civil engineers in Cumbria and the world.

Our industry partners who work on a range of projects alongside our students include the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, Sellafield Ltd, Morgan Sindall, the University of Cumbria, McMenon and the Royal Navy.

We take staff and student wellbeing seriously and have invested time and money in ensuring that all members of our school feel supported and happy. “Leaders are mindful of staff’s workload. Staff enjoy working at the school and appreciate the training available to them.” (Ofsted, 2023).

As well as the opportunity to work at a recently awarded Ofsted Good School, we offer:
•    Professional development support and an extensive CPD programme
•    Early finish to the school timetable on Fridays
•    A paid personal day off each year. 
•    A well-developed programme for ECTs to fully support you in your first years of teaching
•    Free use of onsite fitness suite, state of the art workshops and many other benefits.  

If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting and expanding future with Energy Coast UTC then please visit our website for more information www.energycoastutc.co.uk.

How to Apply
For an informal discussion, to arrange a visit to look around the UTC or for an application pack please contact Cam Walker on 01900 606446 or by email – Cam.Walker@energycoastutc.co.uk.  

The closing date for this post is 09:00am on Monday 7th July 2025. Your completed application form and supporting information should be returned via email to the email address above and not directly to the school.  

Criminal self-disclosure 
All shortlisted candidates will be provided with a criminal history self-disclosure form to complete and return no later than one day prior to interview. Failure to return the self-disclosure will result in the interview being withdrawn.

Once the self-disclosure form is received in school, any disclosed information will be checked to ensure it is relevant. Relevant criminal history will be shared with the chair of the recruitment panel prior to interview to allow time to assess relevance and agree what questions should be asked during the interview process. Any shortlisted candidate who discloses criminal or other suitability information will be given an opportunity to discuss the context and relevance with the recruiting panel.

Finance Officer  

Start Date: September 2025

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join the team at Energy Coast UTC. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of the school, including budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and policies. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial administration, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and transparency. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and forward-thinking educational environment that specialises in engineering and technology, preparing students for successful futures in the energy sector.

Contract type: Permanent, part-time. 24 hours per week. Full-time considered.

Salary: Cumberland Council Pay Scale 9B - 10B £34,314 - £36,124 

At Energy Coast UTC our intent is to deliver academic excellence alongside a world class technical and skills based practical education, ensuring our students also excel in employability skills and work directly with employers on a range of projects. We prepare students to meet the demand for highly skilled engineers and civil engineers in Cumbria and the world.

Our industry partners who work on a range of projects alongside our students include the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, Sellafield Ltd, Morgan Sindall, the University of Cumbria, McMenon and the Royal Navy.

We take staff and student wellbeing seriously and have invested time and money in ensuring that all members of our school feel supported and happy. “Leaders are mindful of staff’s workload. Staff enjoy working at the school and appreciate the training available to them.” (Ofsted, 2023).

As well as the opportunity to work at a recently awarded Ofsted Good School, we offer:
•    Professional development support and an extensive CPD programme
•    Early finish to the school timetable on Fridays
•    A paid personal day off each year. 
•    A well-developed programme for ECTs to fully support you in your first years of teaching
•    Free use of onsite fitness suite, state of the art workshops and many other benefits.  

If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting and expanding future with Energy Coast UTC then please visit our website for more information www.energycoastutc.co.uk.

How to Apply
For an informal discussion, to arrange a visit to look around the UTC or for an application pack please contact Cam Walker on 01900 606446 or by email – Cam.Walker@energycoastutc.co.uk.  

The closing date for this post is 09:00am on Monday 7th July 2025. Your completed application form and supporting information should be returned via email to the email address above and not directly to the school.  

Criminal self-disclosure 
All shortlisted candidates will be provided with a criminal history self-disclosure form to complete and return no later than one day prior to interview. Failure to return the self-disclosure will result in the interview being withdrawn.

Once the self-disclosure form is received in school, any disclosed information will be checked to ensure it is relevant. Relevant criminal history will be shared with the chair of the recruitment panel prior to interview to allow time to assess relevance and agree what questions should be asked during the interview process. Any shortlisted candidate who discloses criminal or other suitability information will be given an opportunity to discuss the context and relevance with the recruiting panel.

Fixed-term Teaching Assistants/Senior Teaching Assistants (2 posts)

Teaching Assistant - PCD5 (£25,183) per annum, pro rata (pay award pending); Senior Teaching Assistant - PCD7 (£27,711 - £28,624) per annum, pro rata (pay award pending)

Both positions are required from 1st September 2025, on a fixed-term basis to 31st August 2026, due to reducing pupil numbers.

The Governors and Headteacher of St Herbert’s CE Primary and Nursery School are looking to appoint two enthusiastic, talented and highly motivated Teaching Assistants/Senior Teaching Assistants, to join our friendly, supportive and hard-working school team.

The successful candidates will be required to work from 8:45am until 3:20pm, during school term-time, with a half-hour lunch break between 12 and 1.  Post 1 is Monday to Friday (30.4 hours per week) and Post 2 is to work Mondays and Tuesdays only (12.16 hours per week).

We would like to hear from you if you:
•    Are a qualified teaching assistant or childcare practitioner with an NVQ level 2 or equivalent (Teaching Assistant) or level 3 or equivalent (Senior Teaching Assistant) 
•    Have experience of working with children of primary age
•    Have high expectations of yourself and others
•    are able to motivate and encourage children to develop to their full potential;
•    are able to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these

In return, we can offer:
•    A positive, warm and welcoming work environment in a school who ‘learn to love as we love to learn’
•    An opportunity to be part of an experienced, effective team
•    A supportive Head Teacher and Governing Body
•    Fantastic children, who enjoy learning and achieving
•    Opportunities for CPD

Closing date for applications: 3pm Monday 30th June 2025.

Application forms and job description/person specification are available from the school website - https://www.stherberts.cumbria.sch.uk/ or by contacting the school office on 017687 73017 or via email to admin@stherberts.cumbria.sch.uk.  Please indicate which position(s) you are applying for on your application.

A visit to the school prior to applying is warmly welcomed - please contact the school office to book onto one of our available dates.
Interviews to take place Friday 4th July 2025.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure for Regulated Activity and will require the completion of a criminal history/suitability self-disclosure form prior to interview. Satisfactory references, pre-employment ID verification, medical checks and right to work checks will also be required before any offer is finalised.

St Herbert’s CE Primary and Nursery 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.

St Herbert’s CE Primary and Nursery School is an equal opportunities employer.

Senior Teaching Assistant

Required from 1st September 2025

Permanent , 28.75 hours per week, term time only

Are you feeling unfulfilled in your current role? Fancy a change?

Don’t just sit there — apply to Newlaithes Junior School!

Newlaithes Junior School is a friendly, inclusive and ambitious school situated in the heart of Carlisle. We are looking to appoint an experenced, skilled and motivated Senior Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated support team and help us provide high-quality learning experiences for all children.

The successful candidate will work across the school to support individuals and groups of children,
including those with additional needs. The role will involve delivering interventions, supporting
classroom learning and contributing to a positive school environment.

We are looking for someone who is:

- Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or above (or equivalent)
- Experienced in supporting children’s learning in KS2
- Skilled in delivering interventions and supporting children with a range of needs
- Calm, caring, flexible and enthusiastic
- Able to build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Committed to inclusive practice and continuous professional development
- Willing to play a full and active part in the wider life of the school

We can offer:
- A warm and welcoming school community
- Children who are eager to learn and full of potential
- A supportive and experienced staff team
- A well-resourced learning environment
- Opportunities for training and development
- A school rated Good by Ofsted (2025)

Newlaithes Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references.

Application packs are available from: Mrs Nicky Harris, School Business Manager – by phone or
email at: admin@newlaithes.com

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Harris at the school by 12pm on Friday
4th July 2025.

Interviews will be held during the week beginning 7th July 2025.

Required from 1st September 2025

Permanent Part-Time Kitchen Assistant- Term Time Only

Hours: 20 hours per week (Term time only)

We are looking for a reliable and conscientious kitchen assistant to join our committed, hardworking and enthusiastic team.

The successful candidate will:

•    Have good communication skills and relate well to adults and children 
•    Be able to work quickly and efficiently
•    Stay calm under pressure
•    Be committed and hard working
•    Have knowledge of basic food preparation procedures
•    Have knowledge of or have a willingness to gain knowledge of cleaning procedures
•    Have knowledge of or have a willingness to learn Health and Safety procedures and precautions 
•    Have awareness of health and hygiene procedures
•    Be willing to use relevant equipment
•    Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of team

Rockcliffe CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the children in its care and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS with barred list and reference check.

Further information and application forms are available from the school office: 01228 674631

The closing date for applications is Midday on Friday 4th July 2025
Interviews will be held week beginning Monday 7th January 2025

KS3 / KS4 Subject Teachers – Permanent - Full time  Posts 

Required September 2025

The Gillford Centre and School 180 are seeking enthusiastic and committed teachers to join our dynamic and expanding team. The ability to offer a second subject would be highly advantageous.

We are looking for outstanding educators who can teach across the secondary age and ability range and are passionate about improving outcomes for young people. You will join a team of experienced and supportive colleagues dedicated to delivering high-quality education within a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Are you a passionate teacher looking for a role that aligns with your career ambitions?

Do you have the drive, creativity, and resilience to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our pupils?

The Gillford Centre is a Pupil Referral Unit providing education for pupils aged 5–16. School 180 offers alternative provision and support for pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Both schools are situated in central Carlisle and provide a caring, aspirational learning environment. We also work in partnership with the Home and Hospital Tuition Service.

Safeguarding Information:
All roles involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Some spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’ under the Exceptions Order to the ROA and are not subject to disclosure. Further information on filtering rules is available on the Ministry of Justice website.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal record self-disclosure form and may be asked to provide further information as part of the recruitment process. Online searches may be conducted on shortlisted candidates to identify publicly available information relevant to the role.

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are welcome to apply.

To discuss the role:
Please contact James Nichols, Headteacher, on 01228 226957 or via email at: jamesnichols@gillford.cumbria.sch.uk
To request an application form: Contact Elizabeth Dixon, School Business Manager, on 01228 226957 or via email at: elizabeth.dixon@cumbria.gov.uk

Closing Date:       Friday 4th July 2025
Interviews:           Friday 11th July 2025

Class Teacher – Year 1 / Early years
1.0 FTE, Fixed Term Contract from September 2025 to August 2026 
Main Pay Scale (M2-M6):  

The Governors of All Saints’ CE Primary School wish to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic Class Teacher, to join our dedicated staff in our inclusive and thriving school in the gem market town of Cockermouth, on the edge of the Lake District. The post is initially for a Fixed Term due to budget considerations. We are looking for an excellent practitioner who:

•    Forms positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents
•    Works creatively to provide high quality learning opportunities for pupils
•    Maintains a caring, friendly, and supportive learning environment
•    Is flexible and committed to the varied life of the school.
•    Has completed their ECT period
•    Is committed to the safeguarding, development and well-being of the children

In return we can offer you:

•    An opportunity to work in close partnership with the Head Teacher, Governors and the Leadership Team of the school
•    Support and encouragement for your continued professional development
•    Enthusiastic and friendly children with committed staff, governors and parents

For further information, and to apply, please complete the application form only which can be downloaded from the school’s website https://www.allsaintscockermouth.org.uk/job-vacancies-at-the-school/    

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Nicola Smallwood, Head Teacher, via email to head@allsaints.cumbria.sch.uk  
Visits to the school are welcome.    Please call the school on 01900 823431 to request an appointment.

Safer Recruitment And Selection
The school pays full regard to the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. The Governing Body will prevent people who pose a risk of harm from working with children by adhering to statutory responsibilities to carry out appropriate checks on staff or others who work unsupervised with children, taking proportionate decisions on whether to ask for any checks beyond what is required; and ensuring those without full checks are appropriately supervised. The Governing Body ensure that at least one person on any appointment panel has attended safer recruitment training. Any successful candidate will be appointed subject to Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks, confirmation of appropriate qualifications and professional references.

Application details are available from the school website: www.allsaints.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date for applications: 8th July 2025 (9am)
Interview date: 10th July 2025

Visits to the school are welcomed and can be arranged by telephoning the school office on 01900 823431

Please return completed application forms to the Headteacher: head@allsaints.cumbria.sch.uk. 
 

Required 1st January 2026
Permanent Full-Time Headteacher
Teaching Commitment: up to 0.4 (FTE)

Bowness on Solway Primary School offers a unique opportunity to join an exciting family school of enthusiastic children, supportive families and talented staff.  We are now seeking an inspirational new headteacher who can build on the success of our outgoing head and become part of a close and supportive school community.  

The school is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and as such, our curriculum fully embraces the opportunities offered by the location.  We aim to nurture a compassionate, inclusive community where every individual is empowered with confidence and self-belief, achieves their potential through shared effort, and finds peace, contentment, and love for themselves, others and life.

The children say – “Our School has a friendly, family feel; it develops kind, creative and clever pupils; is unique; we like our education and our outdoor learning; “Our teachers help us learn and go above and beyond”; “Our school is small, but has a big family feel”.

Our Ofsted report (1st May 2025) highlighted the positive behaviour of our children that they relish opportunities to extend their academic learning through numerous enrichment opportunities and our ambitious and inclusive curriculum.  Ofsted rated the school as GOOD.

We are looking for an inspiring and enthusiastic Headteacher who understands the unique context of working in a small school to:
-    Provide an enriched and high quality, creative curriculum, which expects continuing high standards and enables excellent outcomes for all pupils.
-    Lead by example, actively modelling and embedding the school ethos into all areas of life.
-    Promote and enhance the wellbeing of the staff team, trusting them as talented professionals and encouraging staff development.
-    Build and maintain strong partnerships and relationships with our pupils, staff, families and the wider community.
-    Be a strategic thinker, problem solver and outward looking, working with other schools in our Cluster to share best practice.
-    Encourage the children to celebrate their individual achievements through our weekly sharing assemblies.
-    Who can lead strategically and manage operational responsibilities effectively.

What we can offer:

-    Happy, able and enthusiastic children who thrive in a creative, caring and exciting learning environment.
-    An ambitious, exciting curriculum that aims to give every pupil a lifelong love of learning and offers them enriching opportunities to discover their unique talents.
-    A warm, friendly school which has a tradition of treating everyone with kindness and respect.
-    Well-equipped school premises, outside classroom and forest area.
-    Significant levels of support from both experienced staff and an active forward thinking and committed Governing Body.

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 completion of an enhanced DBS check and receipt of professional references.  Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Application forms and further details are available on the school website: www.bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk.  Completed applications along with a personal statement of no more than 2 sides of a4 (font size 12) should be emailed to Applications@bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk.  Please note that during the school holidays this email will not be monitored.  

Informal visits to the school by potential candidates are warmly welcomed. We have set aside Monday 7th July 1-3pm; Tuesday 8th July 9-12noon and Wednesday 9th July 1-3pm for these to take place. Please email the school on office@bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk to arrange.  

Closing date for applications:     Midnight Sunday 31st August 2025
Shortlisting: Tuesday 2nd September 2025
Interviews will be held: Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th September 2025

Pastoral Manager 

Start:    1st September 2025

Weeks:  38 weeks term time + 3 INSET days + 2 additional days’ hours  outside term-time eg evening meetings.
Starting Salary  £23,370 - £23,760 (including holiday pay)

Hours:  32.5 hrs per week

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Pastoral Manager to join our team on a permanent basis. This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate and committed professional who is enthusiastic about making a positive difference in the lives of young people and supporting them to achieve their full potential.

At Caldew School, we take pride in the quality of our pastoral care and the supportive environment we create for our students. We are now looking to strengthen our team with someone who shares our commitment to student well-being and success.

The Pastoral Manager will play a key role in promoting students’ well-being, personal development and academic progress through high-quality pastoral support. You will work closely with students, families, teaching staff, support teams, and external agencies to build a safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environment.

Working under the guidance of the Head of Year, you will support students within a designated year group, helping them navigate challenges, make positive choices, and thrive both personally and academically.

If you are ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of our students and making a real impact within a supportive school community, we would like to hear from you.

Further details are available on our website:  https://www.caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancies/

Closing Date: Midday Thursday 26th June 2025
Interviews:     Thursday 3rd/Friday 4th July 2025

Caldew School is a successful and oversubscribed mixed comprehensive school of some 1000 pupils aged 11-18, serving the rural area to the south and west of Carlisle, as well as the southern suburbs of the city itself.

This is an exciting time to join Caldew School. We have had a significant investment from the Story Group of companies that is enabling us to improve our facilities, provide high
quality professional development for our staff and give our students opportunities, experiences and support that will raise their aspirations and achievement.

This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.
Caldew School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An online search will be carried out for shortlisted candidates.   The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS.  Our safeguarding policy can be found at https://www.caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/our-school/policies-other-key-documents/

Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer

Note:  References may be sought on receipt of applications