Central Finance Assistant

37 hours per week daily, 39 weeks (term time only plus one week)
 
Learning for Life Multi Academy Trust has three high performing schools located in a beautiful part of the country on the edge of the Lake District National Park and within in the centre of our communities in and around Cockermouth.

We are welcoming applications for the role of Central Finance Assistant to ensure all schools have business and finance processes well supported and embedded.  Helping our schools be as efficient as possible and applying consistent approaches across our Multi Academy Trust are key features of the role.  Working in a small friendly team you be supported and coached to develop within this new role.

Successful candidates will have the skills to work in finance/business office environment, a willingness and enthusiasm to develop their skills in school settings and be an excellent team member.  Candidates should hold, or be willing to work towards, a relevant NVQ or equivalent qualification at the appropriate level or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.   GCSE grade 4 or above as a minimum in English and maths (or equivalent) is required.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children, we engage with young people and staff on policy and practice developments, and we proactively encourage feedback and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate checks and undertake an enhanced DBS and where appropriate to the post, a requirement to complete a Childcare Disqualification declaration.

Applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of sex, race, marital status or disability.  Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed

Information and an application form is available on our website: https://learningforlifetrust.co.uk/vacancies/vacancies 
 
If you want to find our more please contact us via msmillie@learningforlifetrust.co.uk 

A completed application form should be returned to recruitment@cockermouthschool.org no later than 09:00 on Monday 6 January 2025

Permanent Part Time Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator 

MPR or Upper Pay scale 1- TLR SEND depending on appointee.

The governors of Eaglesfield Paddle CE Primary Academy are seeking to appoint a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCO) to undertake SENDCO duties as outlined in the Code of Practice. The role would be for 1 day per week non- contact to fulfil the role.  

•    Can you encourage all around you to “be the best they can be” because God is with us in all that we do? 
•    Are you passionate about supporting children with SEND and ensuring that they achieve alongside their peers?
•    Are you committed to supporting and promoting our Distinctly Christian nature?
•    Can you nurture a love of learning?
•    Do you have the skills and passion to be part of our Paddle family?
•    Are you an excellent practitioner with high expectations, committed to raising standards, achievement and attainment? 
•    Can you work within a strong and dedicated team who have aspirations for all?
•    Can you demonstrate creative and inclusive teaching and learning strategies to meet the needs of all pupils?
•    Do you model clear and effective behaviour management strategies?
•    Are you committed to involving parents, strong church links and the wider community in the life of the school?
•    Will you support our passion for outdoor learning, supporting mental health, happiness and well-being?
•    With support, are you willing to lead a subject across the whole school?
•    Are you willing to contribute to our extra-curricular clubs?
At Paddle Academy we can offer:
•    An outstanding Primary Academy;
•    Challenge to enable you “to be the best you can be…!”
•    A forward -thinking school who strive “to be the best they can be…!”
•    Children who are enthusiastic learners;
•    A welcoming and vibrant team, who strive to “be the best they can be”;
•    Excellent indoor and outdoor facilities;
•    Exceptional resources to support learning;
•    Supportive parents and governors; and
•    A wide range of opportunities for professional development.

Application packs can be downloaded from the vacancies page of the school website at  https://www.eaglesfieldpaddle.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancies/  

Please complete the application form and provide a covering letter outlining how your skills, attitudes, and knowledge meet the requirements of the job description.

Visits to School  3 pm Tuesday 7th January    
Closing date:     12 noon on Monday 13th January 
Shortlisting:     1 pm  Wednesday 15th January
Interviews:     8.30 am Wednesday 22nd January

Eaglesfield Paddle CE Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, DBS and, a Declaration that neither they nor anyone who lives in the same household is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.

Required from September 2025

Are you ready to lead a school where every child is valued and inspired to reach their full potential. At Ennerdale and Kinniside CE Primary School you will find a unique and exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader to shape the future of our school.  
This role offers the perfect blend of leadership and teaching, with the support of a dedicated team, passionate parents and an engaged Governing Body.  With our strong Christian ethos, rich outdoor learning opportunities and a focus on pupil well-being, you’ll be joining a school where your leadership can make a lasting difference.

*About our school*
Ennerdale and Kinniside CE School is a unique, small rural school with a deep sense of community and a commitment to ensuring the wellbeing of every child. We are nestled in a beautiful village surrounded by farms, forests and an abundance of fresh air. 

We are a close-knit, family-oriented school where every child is known, valued, and supported. We have a dedicated team of staff who share a passion for providing the best possible education and school life for our pupils.

*Who are we looking for?*
We are looking for an inspirational, committed, and enthusiastic Headteacher:-
•    who puts children at the forefront of everything they do;
•    to support, maintain and nurture our caring Christian community and ethos;
•    with excellent communication skills, to foster strong relationships with our children, staff, parents, governors and the local community;
•    who is able to lead us creatively and courageously;
•    who is forward thinking; and
•    with an ambition to raise standards in teaching and learning, whilst helping our pupils and staff to reach their full potential. 

Our children would like a Headteacher who is:- 
•    friendly, joyful and happy;
•    has a good personality and sense of humour; 
•    not too strict but not too laidback; 
•    always willing to help them; 
•    able to have fun and also sensible; 
•    can persevere; 
•    is creative; 
•    willing to be involved with trips; and
•    able to interact well with children. 

The successful candidate will have an expected maximum 0.6 teaching commitment.
 
*Why we think you should choose Ennerdale and Kinniside CE Primary School*  
We are a warm and welcoming small village school with a big heart, happy and thriving children and a strong community feel. We pride ourselves on offering;
•    a unique and diverse learning environment with lots of opportunities for the children, including (but not limited to):

•     forest school;
•     climbing;
•     swimming; 
•     yoga/Mindfulness; 
•     a broad range of sports; 
•    opportunities for children to grow, harvest, and cook their own produce;
•    residential trips available for all ages. 
•    a well-established, dedicated and passionate PTA (known as FoEKS) 
•    a strong culture which is distinctively Christian, caring, inclusive and with excellent community links; 
•    a passionate, highly professional staff team, dedicated to providing the best education for our pupils;  
•    a supportive Governing Body, fully committed to the ongoing development of the whole school, its staff’s                 professional development and local connections. 

If you would like to discover more, we welcome prospective applicants to visit our school on 11th December, 8th January or 15th January at 3.45pm. Visits will be by appointment only, if you wish to arrange a visit please contact us via email on vacancies@ennerdale.cumbria.sch.uk to arrange. 

Application forms and further details are available by emailing Yvonne, our clerk at vacancies@ennerdale.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date: 17th January 2025 at 12noon 
Shortlisting: 23rd January 2025
Interview date: 5th and 6th February 2025

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 the completion of an enhanced DBS check and receipt of professional references.

Early Year’s Practitioner / Keyworker  

Cleator Moor Nursery School are looking to employ an outstanding Permanent Level 2/3 Early Year’s Practitioner/Keyworker as we continue to grow and expand our Nursery School. 

We are looking for someone who is friendly, enthusiastic and passionate about working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage. 
 
PCD5 £25,183 pro rota, Term Time + 1 week for INSET days. We are flexible for the right candidate, however, the minimum would be 15hrs per week with a maximum of 20hrs per week.  Overtime may be available.

The suitable candidate must have:
•    NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent  
•    GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
The successful candidate must also be able to:
•    Work constructively as part of a team
•    Liaise effectively with staff and parents
•    Promote inclusion of all pupils within the Early Years classrooms
•    Show initiative and hold high expectations for pupils
•    Display a professional attitude at all times and desire to continue their professional development
•    Demonstrate their experience of working in the Early Years Foundation Stage
•    Have excellent communication skills
Cleator Moor Nursery School can offer: 
•    A vibrant and welcoming environment with enthusiastic children who love to   
learn 
•    Commitment to professional development 
•    Supportive Senior Leadership Team who have high aspirations and expectations for the continuous development of the school. 
•    Hard working, welcoming and dedicated team of Staff and Governors 

Cleator Moor Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of 
children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 
Therefore, an enhanced DBS check including the barred list will be required for the successful candidate and other procedures and checks will be followed as laid out in our Safeguarding Policy.
 
Application packs are available on request from admin@cleatormoor.cumbria.sch.uk. 
Candidates are welcome and are actively encouraged to make a visit to the school by  
making an appointment with the school office on 01946 811189.  
 
Closing date for applications will be Tuesday 7th January 2025 12.00pm  
Shortlisting will take place on Tuesday 7th January 2025 at 12.30pm 
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 15th January 2025 

Cover Supervisor
Required as soon as possible
NJC Scale 5 £27,711 - £30,060 per annum pro rata 
 (actual salary based on 32.5 hours per week over 46.6 weeks £21,813- £23,662 per annum)

Permanent part time post 32.5 hours per week term time only

We are seeking to appoint a professional, highly motivated and organised Cover Supervisor.

The post will require you to cover for the short-term absence of teaching staff, taking sole charge of a group of students, who will learn by carrying out pre-prepared work under your supervision. The primary focus will be to maintain good order and to keep students on task.  The post may require you to undertake the role of a Tutor and be responsible for a Tutor Group. 

This is a permanent part time post 32.5 hours per week term time only (46.6 weeks).

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.  

Further details and application forms are available from St Benedict’s School’s website: 
www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk 

Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form please to 
Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at andrea.hartley@st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk   

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday, 10th January 2025

Interviews will take place shortly thereafter

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