Fixed Term Full Time Ks2 Class Teacher

Required from 1st September 2026. This is a fixed term position to cover a period of maternity leave which is expected to run from 1st September 2026 to Friday 16th July 2027, but this is subject to the current postholder’s return.

An exciting opportunity has arisen, and the Governors of Gosforth C of E Primary School and Nursery are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-motivated KS2 teacher to join our hard working and dedicated team to cover a period of maternity leave.

The successful candidate will:
• Believe in an inclusive approach to education so that all learners are set high expectations and are challenged to achieve their best. 
• Be a passionate and caring teacher.
• Have the skills to positively promote the progress, aspirations and well-being of every child.
• Ensure that children are safe and secure in their school environment with an emphasis on their safeguarding needs.
• Be an excellent communicator committed to being part of an effective team within the whole school community.
• Be committed to their own professional development.

In return we offer:
• Positive pupils who are polite, enthusiastic and engaged with learning.
• A school that ensures safeguarding for all is a priority.
• A welcoming and happy place to work, where staff wellbeing is considered at all times.
• A high level of support from experienced staff and an active governing board.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 019467 25244 to make an appointment.

For an application pack please email [email protected] .

Gosforth C of E Primary School and nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils. Short-listed candidates will be asked to complete a criminal record self-disclosure form to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered or protected. If your application is successful, this criminal record self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.

Satisfactory references, pre-employment ID and medical checks will also be required before any offer is finalised. In addition, if appointed, a completed Childcare Disqualification declaration will also be required.

In addition to the above, the school reserves the right to carry out an online search on short-listed candidates. This will only include a search for information which is publicly available online.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 14th May 2026 at 12 noon.
Shortlisting will be held: Thursday 14th May 2026. 
Interview will be held: Tuesday 19th May 2026

Teaching Assistant

Part-Time (28 hours per week) Fixed Term due to pupil numbers 
Salary: FTE £25,989 (pro-rata)  term time 
Autumn Term

We are looking for an enthusiastic, talented and committed Teaching Assistant to join our hard-working team at Frizington Community Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a successful and supportive School environment.  The ideal candidate will be passionate about supporting the learning and development of students, ensuring they thrive academically and socially. The position will be for 28 hours per week and required from 1st September 2026.  

The successful candidate will:
•    Be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of all children;
•    Have good communication and interpersonal skills;
•    Be positive, highly motivated, organised and committed;
•    Be able to support the learning and development of children with additional needs:
•    Have a commitment to achieving high expectations, standards and excellent progress - ensuring maximum potential;
•    Be able to work as part of a team, both under direction and using their own initiative;
•    Enjoy working with, and be able to, develop positive and professional relationships with families and the School community;
•    Make learning engaging and meaningful and have enthusiasm for learning beyond the classroom;
•    Relevant Level 2 qualification is essential and previous experience working in a School or childcare setting is desirable but not essential.

In return, we will offer the successful candidate:

•    an exciting and challenging opportunity with excellent Continued Professional Development opportunities;
•    a dedicated, friendly and hard-working staff team who are supportive and welcoming;
•    well-motivated, positive and happy pupils who are a pleasure to work with.

Frizington Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, which will include References, Right to Work in the UK, Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks.  

Visits to the School are welcome and further information and application forms are available from the School Business Manager at [email protected] or from our website:

www.frizington-pri.cumbria.sch.uk – Job Vacancies.

The closing dates for applications is midday Monday 1st June 2026 and interviews will be held on Wednesday 10th June 2026.   
 

Required 1st September 2026

Permanent Finance and Office Manager – Term Time Only
Full-Time (37 hours per week)

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and professional Finance and Office Manager to join our hardworking and friendly team at Frizington Community Primary School. This key role leads the day-to-day management of the school office and financial operations, providing essential support to the Headteacher, staff, pupils and wider school community. The successful candidate will play a key part in ensuring efficient administration, robust financial management and consistently high-quality service delivery across the school.

Salary : BS7 FTE £28,598 to £29,540 (pro-rata) Actual Salary £21,389.68 to £22,094.24

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the school office, including supervision of staff
• Oversee financial processes, including budgeting support, transactions, reconciliations and reporting
• Ensure efficient administrative systems and high standards of service delivery across the school
• Support HR processes, including recruitment, attendance and performance management
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with financial regulations, policies and procedures
• Contribute to health and safety, including site responsibilities such as Fire Warden duties
April 2024 Cumberland / Westmorland
• Build positive relationships with staff, parents and external partners, providing clear and effective
communication.

For full details of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the job profile available on our website.

What Can We Offer You
• A welcoming, supportive and friendly school community
• The opportunity to play a key role in the leadership and day-to-day running of the school
• A committed and collaborative staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A varied and rewarding role.

Essential Qualification and Experience
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• NVQ Level 3 (or above) in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience
• Experience of financial processes, procedures and budget management
• Strong ICT skills, including experience of relevant financial and administrative systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff, pupils,
parents and external partners.

Frizington Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks, including references, verification of the right to work in the UK, and enhanced DBS and barred list checks.

This post is subject to terms and conditions in line with national and local agreements.

Further information and application forms are available from the School Business Manager at [email protected] or from our website:
www.frizington-pri.cumbria.sch.uk – Job Vacancies.

The closing dates for applications is midday on Friday 15 th May 2026 and interviews will be held on the afternoon of Thursday 21st May 2026. 

Finance Assistant
(12 months fixed term - maternity cover)

Start: July 2026 – exact date to be confirmed

Salary:  Grade 7A/B - £28,598 – £29,540 per annum, pro rata (pay award pending)

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

This post offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiastic finance administrator to join the highly acclaimed Cumbria Education Trust, the largest school-based multi-academy trust in Cumbria.

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.

Why Join Us?
Working at Cumbria Education Trust is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking organisation where your contribution really matters. You’ll be helping schools run effectively while developing your own skills in a friendly and collaborative environment.

As a Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all processes. You will work closely with staff (central team and schools) and suppliers to maintain high standards of financial control and help deliver best value for money.

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
•    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

If you have the qualities we require, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the success of the School and the MAT, please apply via My New Term. https://mynewterm.com/jobs/15765/EDV-2026-CET-19418

To discuss the role please contact: Dan Robinson, Senior Finance Manager Tel: 016977 45375
Closing Date: 09:00am, Monday 18th May 2026
Interviews: w/c Monday 01 June 2026

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.