Cleaner

Start date: 14th July 2025.

Permanent part-time cleaner (the role is permanent, subject to a 3-month probationary period).

The salary is set at OP1: £24,309 per annum, pro rata ( this includes the living wage supplement hourly rate  £12.60 per hour.

This is a rare opportunity to join the team at Bowness-on-Solway School – a small, welcoming and highly-desirable rural school in a beautiful location.

Bowness-on-Solway Primary School is accessible from Carlisle, Wigton and the surrounding areas. It is set in a stunning rural location with open and uninterrupted views of the Lakeland fells and access to the beach on the idyllic Solway Firth.

We are a very small school where pupils aged 3-11 are taught in three small classes. The atmosphere is unique and is more like a family, with everyone being kind, caring and welcoming to all.

We are seeking to employ a cleaner who is hard-working and committed to providing our children with a clean and pleasant school environment. The successful candidate will clean to a high standard and use their initiative to ensure all areas of the school are well-kept and maintained. 

The post is for 18 hours per week (worked outside of teaching hours), with 33 days of holidays (increasing by a day a year up to a maximum of 39 days) which must be taken during the school holidays. Full Year 

The post will commence on Monday 14th July 2025 which will include a period of training.

This position involves lone working and key holder responsibilities to ensure the school building is secure each evening.

Bowness-on-Solway School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils.  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.  
The successful candidate must be willing to engage with safeguarding training.

For further information please visit our website at  www.bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk/about-us/vacancies/ to download an application pack.

Completed applications should be submitted via email to:
office@bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk

We encourage you to have a look at our website and our Facebook page: 

www.bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk

www.facebook.com/BownessSchool

If you have any questions in the meantime, or if you wish to visit the school, please feel free to contact the headteacher on 016973 51384.

Closing date for applications: 12pm on Monday 9th June 2025.
Informal interviews to follow thereafter.
 

Teacher – Maternity Cover

Start date: 1st September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Part time 0.67 pro rata.

This position is part time and initially fixed term until 12th June 2026 with the possibility of it being extended.

Bowness-on-Solway Primary School offers a unique opportunity to join an exciting family school. We are looking for a teacher who possesses a love of learning, and is committed, dynamic, caring and nurturing - someone who is well-motivated and driven to deliver high-quality learning, always going above and beyond. Our children are enthusiastic, creative and a delight to know. We are a team of very supportive colleagues, parents and governors who would make you feel extremely welcome.

We are seeking to appoint a teacher working with a small, mixed KS1 & KS2 class, initially across five mornings and one afternoon.

The successful applicant will:
•    Be suitably qualified to work with pupils in key stages 1 and 2;
•    Work flexible hours as per the needs of the school;
•    Be enthusiastic, dynamic and committed to supporting pupil outcomes;
•    Demonstrate the highest of standards to deliver outstanding pupil progress.

Bowness-on-Solway Primary School is accessible from Carlisle, Wigton and the surrounding areas. It is set in a stunning rural location with open and uninterrupted views of the Lakeland fells and access to the shore on the idyllic Solway Firth. The school boasts a wealth of outdoor space including our own woodland. It is judged to be ‘good’ by Ofsted and was recently recognised as performing in the top 1% of schools across the country with regard to KS2 mathematics, reading and writing.

Pupil and staff well-being are the highest priorities of the headteacher and governors.

You are very welcome to visit the school for a tour and an opportunity to ask any questions. Please call the school office on 016973 51384 to arrange this.

Application forms and further information are available from:
office@bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk
016973 51384

They are also available on our website:
https://www.bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk/about-us/vacancies/

We encourage you to have a look at our website and our Facebook page:
www.bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk
www.facebook.com/BownessSchool

Bowness-on-Solway Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff to adhere to this. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and references will be sought.

Closing date for applications: Midday on Friday 13th June 2025
Interviews: 20th-27th June 2025

Robert Ferguson Primary School

Teacher – Full Time (Maternity Cover)                  

From September 2025 to March 2026
 

This is a wonderful opportunity to join our friendly team as a maternity leave cover teacher to teach a Year 2 class.  The successful applicant will join an experienced team dedicated to putting pupils’ well-being at the heart of everything we do and will be supported by a school committed to high standards of continuous professional development.

Applicants must meet the DFE Teachers’ Standards, be highly effective teachers and have a strong commitment to their own continuing professional development.

Robert Ferguson School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure Bureau (DBS) and references will be taken from previous employers prior to starting in post.

Details about the position and how to apply can be downloaded from our website - www.rferguson.org

Closing Date - Thursday 5th June 2025 12:00 noon

Enquiries or to arrange a visit – contact Mr. Graham Frost, Headteacher, head@rferguson.org

Notes on Applying

•    An accompanying letter is required.

•    Applicants should also complete the application form which can be downloaded from our website.

•    To be short-listed:

-    through your application form you should concisely indicate how you meet the person specification (we recommend the use of bullet points, here);
-    through your letter of application, you should help us gain an impression of what is distinctive about you as a teacher and a person.

•    Please provide a paper copy of your application. Applications sent by email will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances, by arrangement.

•    Completed applications should be returned to the school office no later than the closing date. If you intend to deliver your application by hand, please note that the school does not have a letter box.

•    Late applications will not be considered.

Start Date: 1st September 2025 or sooner if available

We are looking for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant level 4 to join our team in our EYFS.

Full-time (28.5 hours per week)/ temporary for 1 year due to budgetary funding

PCD8ii £31,067 (A) per annum pro rata) term time

The job would entail working in a class of EYFS children in a team of three under the direction of an experienced class teacher. We are a school that enjoys teaching children through first-hand experiences and want people with passion a creativity who can come and enhance our team and grow into the role.

We can offer:
•    Children who are eager to learn and small class sizes
•    A vibrant vision which will engage your creativity.
•    A school where you can enjoy your teaching and be part of a supportive community
•    A well-resourced school with secure finances and wonderful learning environment
•    An outward-looking school that enhances learning using technology 
•    Settled and experienced leadership and governors.

We are looking for a person with experience and passion for the EYFS who, when they read this advert thinks that this could be the place for them. A love of outdoor learning and bringing ideas, initiative and passion to the role is essential. If you can offer specific strengths/ passions or interests that would be great. We are a close-knit and forward thinking team, as so to be a real team player is also very important to us.

We very much encourage you to come and visit our school to find out more and would be delighted to show you around and answer your questions. Please telephone on 016973 71367 or contact the Head teacher by email (office@ireby.cumbria.sch.uk)  and we will get back to you to arrange a time and date for your visit (if possible, during the school day so you can meet our children and staff).

The application form can be downloaded from the school website or by request from the school office. http://www.irebycofeschool.co.uk/

Completed applications to be returned with a covering letter to the Head Teacher: Mr Michael John, marked private and confidential by either email or paper copy to our postal address. Thank you for taking the time to read this advert and good luck.

Ireby CE Primary School is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of its pupils and staff. Applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Closing Date: 11th June 2025

Interview date: W/C 16th June 2025
 

Permanent Part-time (0.4) Special Educational Needs Coordinator

Start Date: 1st September 2025

At Ashfield Infant and Nursery School, we are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child is valued and supported to achieve their full potential. We are a friendly, welcoming school with a strong ethos of collaboration, care, and excellence in early education.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) to join our team on a part-time basis (0.4 FTE). The successful candidate will lead the strategic development of SEND provision across the school and work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure high-quality support for our pupils with additional needs.

Salary: MPR4 £38,034 – U1 £45,646

Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead the day-to-day operation of SEND policy and provision
•    Coordinate and review provision for children with SEND, including those with EHCPs
•    Support and advise colleagues on inclusive teaching practices
•    Monitor the progress of SEND pupils and ensure accurate record keeping
•    Liaise with external professionals to access specialist support and advice
•    Engage effectively with parents and carers of SEND pupils

We Are Looking For Someone Who:
•    Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination (or is working towards it)
•    Has a strong understanding of current SEND legislation and best practice
•    Has experience working in a primary or early years setting
•    Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•    Is organised, proactive, and able to lead with empathy and clarity
•    Is passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for all children

We Offer:
•    A supportive and collaborative team environment.
•    A leadership team that values your input and expertise
•    Ongoing professional development opportunities.
•    The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our children’s educational journey.

Please see our school website www.ashfieldinf.cumbria.sch.uk for further information.

To apply please send a completed Cumberland Council application form, along with a covering letter, to admin@ashfieldinf.cumbria.sch.uk 
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged – please contact the school office on 01900 606301 to arrange.
Closing Date: Wednesday 11th June 2025  at 12 noon
Interviews: Wednesday 18th June 2025

Ashfield Infant and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Senior Teaching Assistant
 

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

 PCD7 (£27,711 - £28,624) per annum, pro rata term time only plus 1 week INSET

Work pattern: Part-time, 23 hours per week

The Governors and Headteacher of Burgh by Sands School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced, and highly motivated NVQ Level 3 qualified Senior Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, supportive and hard-working school team.

The successful candidate will be required to work from 8:45am each day, Monday to Friday. Some afternoon hours are required, with a half-hour unpaid lunch break on these days between 12:00pm and 1:00pm. Precise afternoon hours can be negotiated.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with proven experience in a primary school setting, a strong understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN), and the capacity to contribute to both pupil support and the development of support staff.

We would like to hear from you if you:
•    Hold NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
•    Have experience in a senior, lead or mentoring TA role
•    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
•    Demonstrate a strong knowledge of the primary curriculum and strategies for supporting SEND pupils.
•    Are confident, proactive, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.
•    Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
•    Are committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and ongoing professional development.
•    Have a clear understanding of EYFS, KS1 and KS2, with the ability to plan next steps in learning.
•    Show evidence of strong classroom practice and behaviour management.

In return we can offer you:
•    A happy and welcoming, inclusive school
•    Fantastic children who have a positive attitude to learning and enjoy coming to school.
•    An opportunity to be part of an experienced, effective team
•    A supportive and friendly working environment
•    Opportunities for CPD

Application forms and job description/person specification are available from the school website: www.burgh-by-sands.cumbria.sch.uk or by contacting the school office: office@burgh-by-sands.cumbria.sch.uk, Tel: 01228 576397. 

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.

Burgh by Sands School is an equal opportunities employer; and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this.

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. 

Closing date for applications: Thursday 12th June 2025 12 9am
Interviews: Wednesday 18th June 2025

Maternity Cover Teaching Assistant 

Post available from: 1st September 2025

Full Time - 32.5 hours (8:15am – 3:45pm) term time only 
Temporary (1 academic year) until  31st August 2026
 

Oughterside Foundation School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated teaching assistant to cover maternity leave. We are a small, village school in West Cumbria and as a staff, we are passionate about making a difference to all of the pupils in our care.

As a small school the role would require you to be flexible to work over a mixture of age groups, sometimes within a whole class situation, and at other times, working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils with SEND.

You will have at least an NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning skills or 
equivalent and have experience of working with children with a range of Special Educational Needs.

We need someone who:
•    Has a good working knowledge of the principles of supporting children with a wide range of SEND.
•    Preferably has experience of working with children with SEND, in particular, having a good understanding of ASC, ADHD and Speech and Language difficulties. 
•    Enjoys working with children and can form positive and supportive relationships with children, adults and parents/guardians.
•    Has patience, understanding, a caring nature and a sense of humour.
•    Can demonstrate positive and consistent behaviour management.
•    Can be flexible and are able to demonstrate the ability to work and contribute to working as part of a small team.
•    Is reliable and has a good sickness and punctuality record.
•    Is able to be proactive, resourceful and adaptable.

Oughterside Foundation School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, a pre-employment health assessment and other vetting checks as part of our safer recruitment process.

Visits to the school are welcomed (but not essential) and will take place on Monday 2nd June at 4pm, Tuesday 3rd June at 4pm and Wednesday 4th June at 5pm. 

How to apply
For further information or any questions or an application pack, please feel free to email the Office Manager, Ashleigh Hodgson at vacancy@oughterside.cumbria.sch.uk

Application packs can also be found on the school website under the ‘vacancies’ tab. (https://www.oughtersideschool.co.uk/vacancies/)

Completed applications should be emailed to vacancy@oughterside.cumbria.sch.uk for the attention of Sarah Kirkbride and the Governing Board.

Timetable for applications
Closing date for applications: Monday 9th June 2025. 
Candidates notified of application outcome: Wednesday 11th June 2025.
Interviews: Wednesday 18th and Thursday 19th June 2025
 

Attendance Officer

37 hours per week, term-time only (+10 days) – BS8 £31,067 - £31,586 (pay award pending)

Due to the current postholders retirement, we are looking to recruit an Attendance Officer to start as soon as possible to play a key role in maintaining accurate pupil attendance records and ensuring every child has the best opportunity to succeed.

Working under the guidance of the Senior Leadership Team, you will be responsible for monitoring and recording attendance data, liaising with families, teachers, the pastoral team and external agencies to promote good attendance and punctuality.

 The successful candidate will be expected to respect the need for confidentiality that exists when working in a school environment. They will be a team player, have a pleasant and efficient manner, and good inter-personal skills. They should be competent in the use of Microsoft Office, whilst having experience of SIMS (the school’s information management system), however, training will be available as required.

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 see the job description and person specification for full details, which is available on our school website.

Download and complete an application form and submit it along with your covering letter of application to Mr DS Northwood, Headmaster, to admin@nts.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date: Monday 2 June 2025 at 1.30pm
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted on: Wednesday 4 June 2025

Interviews will be held: TBC

NTS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Part-time Permanent Cleaner Required

Imminent start date

15 hours per week (evenings)
The hours required are Monday to Friday 3:30pm – 6.30pm.

OP1 £24,309 per annum pro rata (this includes includes Living Wage Supplement of  hourly rate of £12.60.

The post will involve lone working and key holder responsibilities as follows:
●    Securing the school buildings and gates each evening. 
●    General cleaning duties in our Lower School building - 
classrooms, offices, staff room, cloakroom and main entrance .

This post will be paid for 38 weeks working during term time plus 4 weeks working to deep clean during school holidays pro rata.

This school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Application form is available online at www.smhwkt.cumbria.sch.uk please send completed application to
admin@smhwkt.cumbria.sch.uk 

Closing Date – Friday 6th June 2025 NOON
Interview – Wednesday 11th June 2025
 

Teaching Assistant Part-time 32.5 hours per week, term time only + 5 INSET days, fixed term for one year due to fluctuating budgets.

Start Date: Monday 1st September 2025

PCD5 £25, 183 pro rata (actual salary £18915.98 – 19363.13)
 

Teaching Assistant – Two Posts – Part-time 32.5 hours per week, term time only + 5 INSET days, both fixed term for one year due to fluctuating budgets.

Brook Street School is a friendly, welcoming and very diverse school. We are looking to appoint two dedicated, skilled and caring Teaching Assistants to take on a range of roles within classes across the school. The successful candidates can expect to be class-based and: work with groups and individuals, support children with additional needs, deliver planned interventions, help with pastoral care and support trips and other school activities. The year groups for these roles have not yet been decided and so we would welcome applications from individuals with experience across the whole primary age group and would ask that you specify your experience and your preferred age group to work with in your application.

The successful candidate should be:
•    A dedicated and caring primary practitioner
•    Able to work as part of a team 
•    Dedicated to the well-being of all the children at the school.
•    Committed to developing and enhancing your own professional practice.  
•    Creative and flexible to meet the needs of all pupils. 
•    Be able to foster strong relationships with parents, governors, colleagues and other professionals.
•    Play a full and active role in the wider life of the school
•    Committed to their own professional development
We can offer:
•    A good school (March 2022).
•    Happy, hardworking, polite and well-behaved children who love to learn. 
•    A supportive and welcoming staff team.
•    A fantastic learning environment
•    A commitment to your ongoing professional development.
•    A commitment to offering all children access to a wider curriculum.  
•    A diverse and culturally rich school community. 
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS enhanced disclosure will be required for this post.

Application forms and further details can be obtained from either:-

The school website: https://www.brookstreetschool.co.uk/vacancies/
or email the school office on office@brookst.cumbria.sch.uk (please note school will be closed for the half term holiday week beginning 26 May 2025, and emails will not be monitored during this week). Details can be printed out for you to collect or emailed to you.
Queries to school office: 01228 558724

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. We have opportunities available at 2pm or 4pm on Tuesday 3rd June 2025. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

Application closing date: 9:00am Monday 9th June 2025 
Shortlisting: Tuesday 10th June 2025
Interviews:    Monday 16th June 2025