Temporary Part Time Teaching Assistant
PCD5 pay scale P6 - £26,769 per annum pro rata
Hours: 15 hours per week (mornings)

Required from: 1st September 2026

We are looking for a reliable and conscientious teaching assistant to join our committed, hardworking and enthusiastic team to work with SEND children. We need someone who is enthusiastic, highly motivated and can make strong positive relationships with a 1:1 support role.

The job is temporary until 16th July 2027 initially as a 1-1 support.

The successful candidate will:
• Have a recognised Level  3 qualification relevant to Early Years and Key Stage 1
• Have a good understanding of child development and be passionate about learning in the Early Years and Key Stage 1.
• Be adaptable, able to work constructively as part of a team
• Be committed to inclusion and to providing exciting learning opportunities for children with a wide range of needs
• Have a good understanding of practices and procedures within education relating to the welfare and safety of children and be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of all children
• Have experience of working with SEND children.
•    Be enthusiastic and committed to raising standards
• Be a dedicated team member who can use their own initiative and is able to be flexible

Netherton Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the children in its care and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, this position is subject to an enhanced DBS with barred list and reference check.

All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and the successful applicant will be required to hold or undergo a suitable enhance Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure. However, amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975(2013 & 2020)) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be considered. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website or via the Unlock website.

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, to be returned to the school prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. 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.

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. 
Please note it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Visits to school are strongly encouraged, so please contact the school to arrange a suitable time. 

Application forms and further information are available from the school office via email:[email protected]  

Closing date for applications: Friday 19th June  at 12.00 p.m. 

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Contract: Temporary for an academic year
•    Working Pattern: 30 hours per week, Term Time Only plus INSET days (39 weeks/year)
•    Salary: PCD8i (£32,597(B) FTE) pro rata 
•    Start Date: September 2026

St Bridget’s Catholic Primary School and Nursery is a welcoming and nurturing Catholic school where children are at the heart of everything we do. Rooted in our Catholic ethos and values, we are committed to providing a high-quality education in a caring and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to flourish academically, socially and spiritually.

We are seeking to appoint a positive, enthusiastic and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development across the primary phase and who is committed to helping every child achieve their full potential. It is for a year initially, budget dependent

The Role
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant, you will:
•    Support pupils across the school both in class and through targeted interventions
•    Deliver high-quality learning experiences for groups and whole classes
•    Confidently lead classes during teacher absence and PPA cover
•    Work closely with teachers and leaders to support pupil progress and wellbeing
•    Support pupils with additional needs, including pupils with SEND
•    Promote positive behaviour and high expectations for all pupils
•    Build strong relationships with children, staff, parents and the wider school community
•    Use ICT effectively to support teaching and learning
•    Contribute positively to the wider life and Catholic ethos of the school

We are looking for someone who:
•    Holds a relevant Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)
•    Holds the HLTA qualification or equivalent experience
•    Has experience of working across the primary age range
•    Has a good understanding of the Primary Curriculum
•    Has strong literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
•    Can demonstrate positive and consistent behaviour management
•    Is organised, flexible and proactive
•    Builds positive relationships with children and adults
•    Works effectively as part of a team
•    Has high expectations for all pupils
•    Will support and uphold the Catholic ethos of the school

In return, we can offer:
•    Happy, friendly and enthusiastic children who enjoy learning
•    A caring and supportive staff team
•    A welcoming school community with strong Catholic values
•    Opportunities for continued professional development
•    A varied and rewarding role where you can make a real difference
•    Supportive leadership committed to staff wellbeing and development

Diversity is at our core: As a school, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals we all bring something unique to the role regardless of age, gender, race, beliefs or disabilities which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise.

Whilst we are a Catholic school, you do not need to be Catholic or have a religious denomination to teach in our school. You do however need to support the Catholic ethos of our school and will be highly supported in working within a Catholic school. 

Application forms, job description/personal specification and letter to applicants are available by requesting the information via the phone number/email address below.

Visits to our school can also be arranged and we would love to meet you. 

Please contact our school office on 01946 820 320 or [email protected] to arrange a visit or to request an application pack. 

You can also access information about the role on our website on: https://st-bridgets-pri.cumbria.sch.uk/key-information/job-vacancy

Completed application forms should be returned via email only to our School Business Manager, 

Julie Parr on [email protected]

All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and the successful applicant will be required to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure. However, amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020)) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be considered. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

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, to be returned to the school prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. 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.  

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.
•    Please note it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Closing date for applications: Monday 22nd June, 2026 by 12 noon
Interviews: Monday 29th June, 2026

KS2 Part-Time Teacher (PPA Cover)

Start Date: September 2026
Part-time (0.4 FTE)  

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and highly effective KS2 teacher to join our friendly and supportive team on a part-time basis to provide PPA cover. The 0.4 will be worked over 2 full days (negotiable).

Our school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to “make every day count”. With small class sizes, extensive school grounds and access to woodland learning opportunities, we are proud to provide a rich and engaging curriculum that supports both academic achievement and personal development.

The successful candidate will be:
•    An excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils
•    Passionate about ensuring every child, regardless of ability or SEND, can achieve success
•    Skilled in using adaptive teaching strategies to overcome barriers to learning
•    A positive team player who works collaboratively with colleagues
•    Able to work effectively with teaching assistants and other professionals to support pupil learning and development
•    Committed to creating an engaging, inclusive and inspiring learning environment

In return, we offer:
•    Friendly and supportive staff and governors
•    Small class sizes that enable strong relationships and personalised learning
•    Extensive outdoor grounds and woodland areas to enhance learning opportunities
•    Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and succeed
•    A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development

We welcome applications from experienced teachers and those earlier in their teaching career who share our vision and values. There may be opportunities for supply cover if required.  
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. Please telephone the school office on 01229 772862 to arrange a visit. Further details and application form are available on school website www.blackcombe.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing Date: 30th June 2026
Interview Date: 7th July 2026

SAFER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION
Black Combe Junior School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references, Right to Work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check (including a children’s barred list check), and a workplace health assessment. Please note that references will be contacted prior to interview where possible.