Teacher of Design Technology
Full-time (part-time over five days considered)
Permanent contract
Commencing September 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher of Design Technology to inspire and challenge students, helping them become confident, independent learners who achieve their full potential.

Our ideal candidate can turn their hand to a bit of everything — workshop based DT, Food at KS3, materials at KS4, and WJEC Hospitality and Catering. We know that’s quite the menu, so we’re not expecting a master of all trades on day one. If you can offer strength in some areas and enthusiasm to grow in others, we’d love to hear from you.

Keswick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and all appropriate pre-employment checks, including online and social media screening.

Further details and an application form are available from the HR Officer, Andrew Young, via e-mail:  [email protected]

Closing date: 10am Thursday 5th March 2026.

Teacher of Chemistry 
Full-time (part-time considered)
Permanent contract
Commencing September 2026
Applications from ECTs welcomed

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teacher of Chemistry to inspire and challenge students, helping them become confident, independent learners who achieve their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our experienced and supportive Science Department. Applicants should hold a good honours degree (or equivalent) and demonstrate a genuine passion for teaching chemistry.

Keswick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and all appropriate pre-employment checks, including online and social media screening.

Further details and an application form are available from the HR Officer, Andrew Young, via e-mail:  [email protected]

Closing date: 10am Thursday 5th March 2026. 
 

Headteacher

Required for September 2026

The Governors are seeking to appoint a strategic leader who can inspire staff and students in our  genuinely inclusive school.

St Benedict’s is a happy and successful school. It has served the town of Whitehaven and surrounding areas for over 50 years. The school relocated in January 2019 to a brand new £33m Campus which was purposely designed and built to a high specification. The Campus sees the co-location of St Benedict’s School with our close neighbour, Mayfield Special School.  The Campus has superb facilities that are used extensively by the community.

We are:
•    A large 11-19 Catholic School and Sixth Form Centre located on the outskirts of the historic harbour town of Whitehaven and close to the western boundary of the Lake District National Park;
•    A popular faith school with a truly comprehensive intake, a key role in our local community and a strong foundation of moral purpose;

You are:
•    A practising Catholic with a clear vision and strong commitment to Catholic education, who will not only cherish and support the Catholic ethos of our school but commit to develop this further;
•    A candidate with a proven track record of success in senior leadership and a passion for education and making a difference to children’s lives;
•    A skilful communicator with a powerful and persistent focus on the development of excellence in teaching and learning
•    Passionate about influencing, challenging and motivating all members of the school community to achieve a shared vision; 
•    Committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff.

We will offer you:
•    A good school with an outstanding Catholic ethos, rooted in the Gospel and inspired by the Benedictine tradition. St Benedict’s lives its motto, Through Love of Christ, delight in Virtue, fostering a calm, caring community shaped by stewardship, humility, truthful living, diligence, dignity and forgiveness. 
•    A supportive, welcoming and caring culture throughout the school, based on the values of the Catholic faith where the development of every person matters;
•    Hard-working, committed and aspirational staff and students;
•    A strong and determined leadership team;
•    The whole-hearted support of a challenging but supportive Governing Body which is committed, experienced and ambitious for the future of St Benedict’s.
•    A relatively new building within a unique Campus (not PFI/EFA);

This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics (see guidance document).

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 download the application pack from the school’s website at  www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk 

Please email enquiries to Andrea Hartley, Clerk to Governors at [email protected] 

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school and should contact Lesley Taylor, PA to the Headteacher on 01946 692275 or by email at [email protected] 

Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 13th April 2026
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 20th April 2026
 

Required Immediate start date please

1:1 Teaching Assistant
Temporary Named Child Contract
25 hours per week (9am–3pm, Monday–Friday, Term Time Only)
FTE Salary: £25,989 (pro rata)

Lanercost Church of England Primary School is a caring, aspirational rural school where every child is encouraged to “live life in all its fullness.” Rooted in
our Christian vision and values of Care, Believe, Achieve, we are committed to nurturing confident, resilient and compassionate learners.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a named child with additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference within our warm and inclusive school community.

We are looking for someone who:
• Is caring, patient and proactive
• Has experience working with children with additional needs
• Understands communication difficulties and sensory/regulation needs
• Has high expectations of learning and behaviour
• Works well as part of a team
• Holds NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

You will work closely with the Class Teacher and SENDCo to provide personalised support, promote independence and ensure the child can fully access learning in a safe and nurturing environment.

In return, we offer:
• A supportive and compassionate staff team
• Enthusiastic children who love to learn
• Supportive parents and governors
• Professional development opportunities
• A forward-thinking school committed to helping every child flourish

Although this is a temporary named child contract, there may be potential for future extension subject to funding.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact us on 016977 2702 to arrange a visit.

Closing Date: 27th February 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 2nd March 2026

To request an application pack, please visit our website or email [email protected].
Lanercost Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

2 X Part Time HLTA’s (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Required for April 2026 (Fixed Term until April 2027)
Hours are negotiable

We require an enthusiastic, professional and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated and forward thinking support team.

PCD8ii £32,061 to £32,597 (Pro-Rata) 
Term-time plus 1 week (39 weeks/year)
(Hours can be negotiated)

The successful candidate will offer:

•    High expectations of themselves and of children’s achievements and behaviour, with an understanding of the whole child.
•    A motivation to make a significant difference to the lives of young people.
•    Be a committed team member who is able to work with independence when required.
•    Experience of supporting pupils with their learning and participation in all areas of school life.
•    HLTA accredited status.
•    Excellent Maths, English, and communication skills.

In return we offer:

•    Positive pupils who are polite, enthusiastic and engaged with learning
•    A school that ensures safeguarding for all is a top priority
•    An inclusive, exciting and creative curriculum 
•    A welcoming and happy place to work, where staff wellbeing is considered at all times

Application packs are available from the school office via email to [email protected]. Visits to school are welcome by arrangement.

Closing date for applications is 9.00am on Monday 2nd March 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 2nd March 2026.

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.