Head of Year
Full time permanent

Start date: 1st September 2026

We are seeking to appoint an innovative, inclusive and enthusiastic leader to join us as Head of Year from September 2026. The successful candidate will be a committed and experienced teacher who is passionate about pastoral leadership and student success.

As Head of Year, you will be supportive, encouraging and highly visible, promoting positive behaviour, strong attendance and high academic achievement across the year group. You will take a leading role in championing your year group, inspiring students to achieve their full potential and fostering a strong sense of identity and belonging.

The role includes line management of the Pastoral Manager, requiring excellent organisational and communication skills. You will lead and motivate the pastoral team effectively, ensuring consistent, inclusive and high-quality pastoral support. Building strong, positive relationships with parents and carers will be central to the role, and you will work in close partnership with our parental community to support student progress and wellbeing.

An effective Head of Year will use data intelligently and strategically to identify trends, address barriers to learning including attendance and implement targeted interventions that drive improvement. You will build on established systems and strategies while also bringing fresh ideas and innovation to enhance pastoral provision and outcomes for all students.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional ready to lead a team, influence whole-school culture and make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people.

Safeguarding Statement
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: caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/our-school/policies-documents/

Visits to site are welcomed, please arrange this through the school reception.

If you wish to apply for this position, please go to the school website to view all supporting documentation  https://caldew.cumbria.sch.uk  
Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer

Note:  References may be sought on receipt of applications

Closing date: 12.00pm  Wednesday 4th February 2026
Interview date: TBC

Office Manager (Including Clerk to Governors responsibilities)

 Start date as soon as possible 

Permanent part time 35 hours (32.5 Office manager +2.5 Clerk to Governors)

BS9 £34,43486 -£35,412 pro rata – term time plus 5 days

Our school is looking for a confident, organised and forward thinking Office Manager, who can keep our community running smoothly and help us give every child the best possible start in life. This role blends strategic leadership with the day to day operational heartbeat of a busy primary school, so it suits someone who enjoys variety, problem solving and working with people.

About the Role
You’ll be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for ensuring our school is efficient, compliant and financially secure. Your work will directly support teaching and learning by making sure our resources, systems and people are well managed.

Key Responsibilities

Clerk to Governors
•    Provide professional clerking support to the Governing Body
•    Prepare agendas, take accurate minutes and manage statutory documentation and training logs
•    Offer guidance on governance procedures, policy requirements and meeting protocols

Business & Finance Management
•    Lead on budgeting, financial planning and monitoring, and work alongside the bursar to ensure sound financial management
•    Oversee procurement, contracts and value for money decisions
•    Ensure compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements

Operations & Administration
•    Manage the school office and administrative systems
•    Lead HR processes including recruitment, induction and staff records and liaise with Capita, our HR provider. 
•    Keep staff personnel files up-to-date and track and record staff training
•    Manage returns to the DFE, Local Authority and other external agencies.

Staff Leadership
•    Line manage the midday supervisory team, ensuring smooth lunchtime operations
•    Lead and support the cleaning team to maintain a safe, welcoming and high standard learning environment
•    Provide clear communication, training and performance management for both teams

About You
We’re looking for someone who brings:
•    Strong organisational and communication skills
•    Experience in finance, administration or school business management
•    Confidence working with data, budgets and compliance
•    A calm, positive approach and the ability to build strong relationships
•    A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Join Us
You’ll be part of a warm, supportive school community where your work genuinely makes a difference. Every day brings new challenges and new opportunties to shape the environment our children learn in.

All enquiries come to [email protected]

If you’re ready to take on a role that’s varied, meaningful and central to school life, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing date Wednesday 18th February 12 noon
Shortlisting & Candidates informed Wednesday 18th February
Interviews Tuesday 24th February 
 

Start date after Easter 2026

Part time, Fixed-term Class Teacher, until 31st August 2026 (with the opportunity for extension)

EYFS/KS1 Class Teacher 0.4-0.5

Salary:  MPR pro rata

We have a fantastic opportunity for the right person to join our growing, family school.  We are a tight knit school, where everyone works together putting our children at the heart of everything we do.  

We are seeking to appoint a caring, friendly teacher to work with our very small and eager EYFS/ KS1 class.  This is a part time position that offers the chance to work in a supportive and nurturing environment.  

Gilsland is a small school with a big heart.  Our children work together to support each other to be the very best that they can be.  They are creative and inquisitive and a joy to teach.

We are looking for someone who:
•    Is experienced in teaching pupils in EYFS/KS1 (including children with SEND)
•    Is keen to work in a small, family school
•    Is kind, enthusiastic and loves working with children
•    Has high expectations and inspires children and staff to have high expectations of themselves
•    Has excellent classroom and time management skills
•    Is able to secure good behaviour and establish an effective learning environment
•    Is able to develop good relationships with parents, carers and the wider community
•    Understands the Christian ethos of the school
•    Is flexible and always puts the children at the heart of everything they do.

We can offer:
•    Very small class sizes
•    A supportive and dedicated team to work alongside
•    Excellent facilities 
•    A good school with the potential to make it outstanding!
•    The support of the Good Shepherd Trust

Application forms, job description/personal specification and application form are available via email to the school.  Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit or to request an application form and job description, please contact:  [email protected] or telephone 01697 747302

Completed application forms should be returned via email only, marked FAO:  Head Teacher.

The Good Shepherd Trust 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.
 

Closing Date for Applications:  Wednesday 4th February 2026 at 12pm
Interviews to be held: Monday 9th February 2026

Fixed-term appointment until 31st August 2026
35 hrs per week (term-time only) Grade 4 £26,403 - £27,694 pro-rata
Part-time hours are available on request

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to support the supervision of classes when the usual teacher is absent for short-term reason. Our Cover Supervisors are expected to maintain high standards for all pupils and to demonstrate respect for their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds.

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. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and all appropriate pre-employment checks, including on-line and social media screening.

Further details and application forms are available from the HR Officer, Mr Andrew Young via email:  [email protected] or from the School’s website https://www.keswick.cumbria.sch.uk/our-school/vacancies

Closing date for receipt of applications: 10am, Friday 6th February 2026