Deputy Head of Lairthwaite Boarding House and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Permanent, part-time 
Average 26.5 hour per week post
Term-time only

Actual salary £19,993 - £20,667 (NJC scale point 19–21) plus free lodging and utilities in either a self contained two bedroom flat or a one bedroom annex, based on preference (two meals per day during term-time) 
Commencing September 2026

Keswick School has high expectations of all its pupils and has maintained high standards of academic achievement over many years. Pupils are friendly and well behaved and our staff ‘go the extra mile’ to support them.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and approachable Deputy Head of Boarding House and DDSL.
Further information regarding Lairthwaite Boarding House can be found at https://www.keswick.cumbria.sch.uk/boarding/welcome-to-boarding

Keswick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and appropriate pre-employment checks, including on-line and social media checks.

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

Closing date for receipt of applications: 11am, Thursday 5th February 2026

The Governors of St. Bridget’s C of E School, Parton, Whitehaven, are looking to appoint a teacher to teach a mixed- age year 1 2 class. This is to cover the maternity leave of the current post holder. Start date from 16th March 2026 until December 31st 2026.  

We are looking for a dynamic teacher who:

•    Maintains the positive ethos and is willing to promote the Christian values of the school.
•    Is a hard-working, resilient team player, who is enthusiastic and caring.
•    Someone who is flexible in a small school setting.
•    Is an excellent classroom practitioner, planning and delivering lessons which deliver good progress and achievement for all.
•    Sets high expectations and delivers excellent progress through high-quality teaching and learning. 
•    Has experience teaching of Read Write Inc.
•    Experience of working with Trainee Teachers and an interest in Literacy is desirable.

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 check via the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Further details about the school, the post and application forms are available from the school’s administrator Mrs Hanley [email protected]
Enquiries are welcome through email or phone. Visits can be arranged. A letter of application will also be required. The closing date for applications to be returned to school by hand, post or email is 12noon Thursday 5 February 2026. Interviews will be held on Monday 9th February 2026.

Fixed Term, Part time Teaching Assistant

PCD3 £25989, per annum, pro rata, term time only

The Governors of Walton and Lees Hill CE Primary School are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work in the governor led nursery at our friendly, rural school. This post is to start on Monday 23rd February or sooner until 17th July 2026 and will be 32.5 hours per week, over 5 days, 8.30am – 3.30pm with some scope for flexibility

The role is to support the learning and development of the children in our nursery, who are 2 & 3 year olds, by maintaining the stimulating indoor and outdoor learning spaces and helping children to develop positive routines, although this role is predominantly to work in our Nursery setting, there may be occasional requirement to work with KS1 &KS2.

This appointment is due to budgetary funding and pupil numbers.

Walton and Lees Hill CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in its care and expects staff to share this commitment.

The school strictly adheres to safer recruiting policies and procedures.

Appointments to these posts will be subject to satisfactory enhanced checks being sought from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and appropriate pre-employment checks.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to make a self-declaration about their suitability to work with children, including any known disqualification by association.

Closing date: 6th February 2026 at 12 noon
Interviews shall be held: w/c 9th February 2026

Visits to the school are welcome and can be made by contacting school on 016977 2577

Further details, including an application form, job description and person specification and available to download from our school website: www.leeshill.cumbria.sch.uk

Frizington Nursery School & Preschool are looking to employ 2 temporary Childcare Practitioners who are friendly, enthusiastic and passionate about working with children in the Early Years Foundation Stage and giving every child the best start to their Early Years education. It is an exciting time at Frizington Nursery school as we continue to grow and expand our school.

PCD5 £25,989 pro rota, 1x term time plus 2 weeks and 1x full year. 30hrs per week, overtime will be available.

These are a 12-month contracts.  1 x Temporary  due to Maternity Cover and 1 x due to Budgetary Funding 

The positions are to start 23rd February 2026.

The suitable candidate must have:
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (or nearly at completion)
- GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English

The successful candidate must also be able to:
- Work constructively as part of a team
- Liaise effectively with staff and parents
- Promote inclusion of all pupils within the Early Years classrooms
- Show initiative and hold high expectations for pupils
- Display a professional attitude at all times and desire to continue their professional
development
- Demonstrate their experience of working in the Early Years Foundation Stage
- Have excellent communication skills

Frizington Nursery School & Preschool can offer:
- A vibrant and welcoming environment with enthusiastic children who love to learn
- Commitment to professional development
-  Hard working, welcoming and dedicated team of Staff and Governors

Frizington Nursery School & Preschool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, an enhanced DBS check including the barred list will be required for the successful candidate and other procedures and checks will be followed as laid out in our Safeguarding Policy.

Application packs are available on request from the Schools Business Manager, Claire Anson by emailing [email protected] .

Candidates are welcome and are actively encouraged to make a visit to the school by making an appointment with the Headteacher on 01946 810846.

Closing date for applications will be Wednesday 28th January 2026 3.00pm
Interviews will take place week commencing 2nd February 2026 

Silloth Primary School has an exciting opportunity for a

Clerk To The Governing Body 
30-40 Hours Per Year, Term-Time Only

Start date as soon as possible 

Pro rata full time salary is £24,796 but the position is only part time at 30 to 40 hours per year The salary is BS3A (£12.85 per hour)

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check

The Governing Body of Silloth Primary School wishes to appoint, an enthusiastic and committed Clerk to the Governing Body

The successful candidate will:
•    Assist with agenda planning
•    Attend and minute committee meetings and full governor meetings
•    Liaise regularly with the Chair of Governors & the Head Teacher.
•    Be flexible and reliable.
•    Be available to work during the school day and some evenings.

If you would like to apply for this position, please email the school on [email protected] for an application form, or call in at the office.
Application forms must be supported by a letter of application, outlining why you are suited to the position and your experience.

The closing date for applications is Thursday, 29th January 2026.
Interview date TBC

Safeguarding
Silloth Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils.  All adults working or volunteering within the school will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and have references received and followed-up before any offer of a position/role will be made.

Relief Mid-Day Supervisor

Silloth Primary School has a vacancy for a Relief Mid-day Supervisor starting as soon as possible.

Pro-rata full time salary is £24,796 but the position is part-time at 6.25 hours per week. The hours will 11.45-1.00 Monday to Friday

The salary is PCD3 (£12.85 per hour).  

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

If you would like to apply for this position, please email the school on [email protected] for an application form, or call in at the office.

Application forms must be supported by a letter of application, outlining why you think you are suited to the position and your experience working with children.

The deadline for applications is Thursday, 29th January 2026 (noon)

Safeguarding

Silloth Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils.  All adults working or volunteering within the school will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and have references received and followed-up before any offer of a position/role will be made.

Temporary (Maternity Cover) PT 1:1 SEN & Classroom Teaching Assistant 
(24 hours per week)
PCD5 £25,989 (FTE per annum pro rata) term time only 

(Temporary from March 2026 until November 2026). 

The Governors of Silloth Primary School are looking to recruit a lively, enthusiastic, well-motivated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work with a range of SEN pupils. The successful candidate should be capable of integrating swiftly and successfully into our hard working, friendly and experienced team as soon as possible. 

The successful candidate will:
•    Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent
•    Have experience of working with SEND children  
•    Have classroom experience
•    Be committed to ensuring every child achieves their full potential
•    Have high expectations for all pupils and be committed to raising standards
•    Have good listening and behaviour management skills
•    Have a good understanding of, and commitment to, the safeguarding and welfare of children
•    Be able to follow direction from the class teacher and also use their own initiative
•    Be enthusiastic, motivated and fully prepared to participate in the wider life of the school 
•    Have a willingness to work with a committed staff team
•    Work with the pupil for part of the lunch hour each day

In return, we can offer:
•    A positive, warm and welcoming work environment
•    An opportunity to be part of an experienced, effective team. 
•    A supportive Head Teacher and Governing Board
•    Fantastic children, who enjoy learning and achieving.

The job description, person specification and application form are available on the school’s website and applications should be sent electronically to [email protected] marked as ‘Private and Confidential’. Please state curriculum and SEND strengths in your application. 

Silloth Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils.  All adults working or volunteering within the school will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and have references received and followed-up before any offer of a position/role will be made. 

Closing date:  29th January 2026 at 12:00pm (noon)            
Interview Date:  TBC

Visits are welcome by appointment. Please email [email protected] to arrange a visit.