Administration Assistant (permanent)
Required November 2025

35hrs per week (8.30am – 4.00pm, 32.5 hours would be considered) term-time plus 2 week (40 weeks/year)

The Governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and organised School Administrator to join our busy team where you will be the welcoming face of our school, supporting staff, pupils and parents with a wide range of administrative tasks.

The successful candidate will need to be able to work well under pressure and deal with parent telephone and reception enquiries in a positive and professional manner whilst maintaining confidentiality at all times.

The post is for a total of 35 hours per week, over 5 days.

We are seeking someone who has excellent IT Skills with a sound working knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages, experience in general office work and with good communication skills.

Application packs are available from the school office via email to [email protected].

Closing date for applications is 10am Monday 13th October 2025. Interviews will be held week commencing 20th October 2025.

We are fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all pupils and staff. The offer of a contract will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and excellent professional references.

Fixed Term, Part Time (0.5) Class Teacher

The children, staff and governors of Beckermet C of E Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed, inspirational teacher to join our wonderful, dedicated team ideally to start as soon as possible otherwise from January 2026.  The post will be initially until 31st August 2027 due to budget constraints and fluctuating pupil numbers.

The person appointed will also be able to take on the responsibility of leading a subject with the support of the Senior Leadership Team.

We are looking for someone who has 
•    Excellent classroom organisation and behaviour management skills;
•    High expectations of all pupils and is committed to creating a stimulating classroom environment;
•    The ability to enthuse all children to learn and understand what is required to secure outstanding progress;
•    Excellent communication skills at all levels (and is able to deploy support staff effectively);
•    The ability to inspire, motivate and work effectively in a team;
•    Great creativity and knows how to support children to become independent, persevere with challenges and present their work to a high standard;
•    A belief in the development of the whole child;
•    The ability to support children of all abilities, through inclusive practice.

We can offer you:
•    Friendly, enthusiastic pupils who love coming to school
•    A genuine commitment to you continued professional development, 
•    An inclusive working atmosphere with a team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued,
•    A school that ensures that the safeguarding of pupils is its top priority
•    A level of support from staff and governors.

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 15th October 2025
Interview dates: week beginning 20th October 2025

Higher Level Teaching Assistant – Literacy (Permanent)
31.25 hours/week, 39 weeks per year
Starting Salary: £23190 - £23577 including holiday pay (PCD8)
Start: 3rd November 2025 or as soon as possible after this date.

We are looking for a dedicated HTLA to support the learning of our SEND students and specialising in supporting literacy, both in and out of the classroom.

Students supported by the SEND department demonstrate a wide range of learning difficulties. Caldew is a resourced provision for students with autism; we have students with SEMH needs as well as speech, language and communication and cognition and learning. You will be working across the range, from pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan with specific or severe learning difficulties to pupils with minor or temporary access difficulties.  You may work extensively on a one-to-one/ small group basis or within a class room setting.  You may work as part of a multi-agency team as well as closely with family and carers.

We pride ourselves on offering opportunities to develop skills and knowledge as well as encouraging that drive for excellence, as such ongoing CPD will be available.

Further information and application form are available on our website:
https://www.caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancies/

Closing Date:       8th October 2025 (Midday)
Interview Date:   Week beginning 13th October 2025

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

Teaching Assistant
Required as soon as possible 
PCD5 Salary Grade 5 - £25989 (pro rata) Actual salary £18046 (£13.47/hr)
30 hours per week term-time only (plus 5 days INSET/closure working)

The governors at Millom School are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic teaching assistant to support children with special educational needs on a 1:1 and small group basis.

The successful candidate will work under the instruction and guidance of teaching and senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for students, and to assist teachers in the management of the students both inside and outside the classroom.

Millom 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.  

Millom School has a friendly and supportive staff in a superb rural area at the southern tip of the Lake District.

Please see the school website for full details.  The application form should be downloaded from the school website, and accompanied by a letter of application stating why you would like to work at Millom School as a Teaching Assistant.

Completed applications should be submitted via email to [email protected] by 12.00noon on Thursday 9 October 2025.

Interviews will be held wc Monday 20 October 2025.

Advertisement For Interim (Fixed Term) Headteacher
Leadership Pay Range : £61,534 - £71,330

Required from: 5th January 2026 - 31st August 2026

This is an exciting, opportunity for an experienced leader to make a positive impact to a vibrant and welcoming school. Our Voluntary Controlled school is situated in the ‘Georgian Gem’ town of Whitehaven on the west coast of Cumbria, in close proximity to the unspoilt Western Lake District. The school is well established in this strong supportive community and is closely associated with St James’ Infant School and the parish of Whitehaven. In 2022 Ofsted judged the school as ‘good’ and in 2023 the school was also graded as good by SIAMS (Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools). 

The Governing Body of St James’ Junior C of E Junior School wish to appoint an interim headteacher, due to the resignation of our longstanding headteacher, who will maintain the school’s high standards whilst bringing continuity of leadership. If appropriate, and subject to the agreement of an existing employer, this post could be a secondment opportunity.

The governors are keen to appoint someone who:

• Puts children at the forefront of everything they do; 

• Supports, maintains, and nurtures our caring Christian community and ethos;

• has the ability to inspire and motivate children and staff;

• is an inspirational leader with high expectations of achievement and behaviour from all children;

• is capable of strategic management.

St James’ C of E Junior School offers:

• a strong and open Christian ethos;

• committed and enthusiastic children who enjoy school;

• a caring school where everyone is valued;

• a supportive leadership structure;

• a highly professional and dedicated staff team;

• an experience and supportive governing body.

Visits to St James’ C of E Junior School are warmly welcomed. For further information, to arrange a visit, or to request an application packplease contact Mrs Hannah Maiden, Clerk to the Governors, via email: [email protected]

Closing date: 17th October 2025 at 12 noon. Shortlisting: 21st October. Interview date: 7th November 2025

St James’ C of E Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing 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 an Enhanced DBS Disclosure for Regulated Activity and satisfactory references will be sought.
 

Contract Type:  Permanent, based at Brampton

Start Date: as soon as possible 

Contract Term: Full Time/Part-Time 
Hours of Work:  37 hours if full time, 30 hours if part time
Working pattern:  Mon – Thu (8.30 – 4.30) Fri (8 – 4) if full time
Term weeks:  full year or term time with plus weeks
Salary: £ 28,598 - £29,540 FTE Annual salary.  pro-rated if part time or term time

Full time 37 hrs per week - part time 30 hours and term time working available for the right candidate

We are seeking to appoint an additional Finance Assistant to support the work in out central Finance Team. You will be primarily located at the Trust’s main offices in Brampton.

The successful candidate will:
•    Have previous experience of working within finance administration
•    Be competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
•    Have an understanding of basic financial practice and processes
•    Be self-motivated, naturally organised, with good attention to detail
•    Have the ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
•    Be committed to a career in accountancy and excellent service delivery

In return the Trust can offer you:
•    a forward looking, positive working environment in an organisation which is committed to providing the best learning opportunities for all pupils and students in our academies
•    Local Government Pension
•    the opportunity to work with professional, committed and ambitious colleagues in a financially secure and innovative organisation
•    a comprehensive staff package including an excellent salary and access to the local government pension scheme, generous progressive holiday entitlement
•    flexible working arrangements
•    continuing professional development opportunities
•    Free on-site parking

For an informal discussion, please contact Dan Robinson, Senior Finance Manager on 016977 45379

Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.

To apply please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/15765/EDV-2025-CET-77795

Please note Cumbria Education Trust do not accept CV’s.

The school is committed to safeguarding and 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.
Closing date for applications:  11.59pm 17th October 25
Interview will be held: TBA