Teacher Of English

Contract Term:    Part Time (0.6fte), Permanent
Start date:        September 2026

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, innovative and highly effective Teacher of English who is passionate about inspiring young people and securing excellent outcomes across the full age and ability range.

The successful candidate will join a well-established, well-resourced and highly collaborative department, which delivers English at KS3, and English Language and English Literature at GCSE and A Level. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching, contributing to a well-sequenced curriculum and supporting strong outcomes for all students.

This is an exciting opportunity for both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners. We are looking for someone with strong subject knowledge, a commitment to high-quality teaching, and a desire to continually develop their practice.  We offer an excellent opportunity to receive support through the school’s comprehensive ECT and CPD programme.

At Caldew School, we are proud of our improving outcomes and positive academic record. We are committed to building on this success through a relentless focus on high expectations, curriculum coherence and adaptive teaching. As a Teacher of English, you will contribute to this work, ensuring consistency of practice and high standards in your classroom.

See our website for further details.  Applications should be made via TES:
https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/caldew-school-1025076

Please see our website or contact us for an application form on (01228) 710044. Applications by CV will not be accepted.

Closing date:        Wednesday 3rd June
Interview date:    w/c 8th June    

This is an exciting time to join Caldew School. We have had a significant investment from the Story Group of companies that is enabling us to improve our facilities, provide high
quality professional development for our staff and give our students opportunities, experiences and support that will raise their aspirations and achievement.

This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.
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 https://www.caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/our-school/policies-other-key-documents/

Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer

Note:  References may be sought on receipt of applications

Headteacher Required for January 2027

We are looking to appoint an inspirational and forward-thinking Headteacher for January 2027 who would thrive and enjoy leadership and teaching at our school. We are a small voluntary aided school on the outskirts of Carlisle set in a rural community. We are at the heart of the community and have close links with the church. 
Our present headteacher will retire at the end of 2026 and we are looking to appoint an individual who can build on their success and lead the school forward into its next phase.   This is a permanent full-time position.

We are seeking a Headteacher who is:
•    Inspirational and passionate about providing high quality learning opportunities and personal development for all children
•    A proven practitioner who can demonstrate excellence in teaching and learning with an in depth understanding of best practices in education
•    A committed team player with excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
•    Able to promote the Christian ethos and vision of our school
•    Approachable and able to build good relationships with children, staff, parents, governors and all other members of the school community
•    Is committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children

In return, we can offer you:
•    A supportive and  effective Governing Board committed to your induction and continuing well-being
•    A committed, motivated and dedicated staff team 
•    Enthusiastic, friendly children who are keen to learn and be successful
•    An engaged and compassionate church community and supportive parents
•    A learning environment which allows children, staff and leaders to thrive and progress
•    A wonderful rural setting with opportunities for outdoor learning

A pack with details of the school and application process can be found on the school website www.blackford-school.co.uk.

Visits to the school by potential candidates are warmly welcomed. Please arrange with the current headteacher Mrs Lindsey Slater by calling 01228 674614.
Grade: Group 1 Leadership Pay Range  £58,569 – £67,898 (up to o.5 teaching commitment)

 Applications received by: Wednesday 24th June 2026 (by 12 noon). Completed applications, along with a personal statement of no more than 2 sides A4 (font size 12), should be e-mailed to [email protected]

Shortlisting:            Monday 29th June 2026
Interviews:            Thursday 9th and Friday 10th July 2026 (2-day process)

Blackford CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include references, Right to Work in the UK and enhanced DBS check for regulated activity (to include a children’s barred list check).

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Senior Teaching Assistant (STA)
Required September 2026
NJC Scale 4 £26,403 - £28,142 per annum pro rata
Part time, term time only   
30 hours and 5 minutes per week over 5 days 
(actual salary £19,235 - £20,502 based on 46.6 weeks)

We are seeking to recruit a Senior Teaching Assistant to provide 1: 1 and small group support in classes for students with a Special Education Need or Disability.  You need to have good literacy and numeracy skills and a relevant NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification; appropriate experience as a Teaching Assistant would be preferred.  This is a part time term time only post fixed term to 16th July 2027 in the first instance dependant on student numbers.

The application form and job description can be downloaded from the school website at 
www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk

St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students.  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.  

Please email enquiries to Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at 
[email protected]  

The application form and job description can be downloaded from the school website at www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk

Applications are to be made by completed CES Application Form please to  Andrea Hartley, HR Manager at [email protected]  

Closing date for applications: noon on Friday, 19th June 2026
Interviews will be held shortly thereafter

We do reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date