Permanent Full Time KS2 Teacher

1st September 2026

The Governors and Headteacher of St Bridget’s are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hard-working and innovative teacher to join our lovely, thriving school.

St Bridget’s Catholic Primary School and Nursery is a warm, friendly, successful school with an experienced staff team and supportive families and wider community. We have a strong and positive working environment where all staff are supported and encouraged to reach their fullest potential. Our children are well behaved and with an enthusiasm for learning due to the ethos of our school. We can offer you a supportive, experienced leadership team who are committed to developing St Bridget’s into an outstanding place to work and learn.

We are looking for someone who:

• is an excellent practitioner, with high expectations of children’s achievements, attainment and behaviour;
• has the ability to lead and inspire our children and others;
• is committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of pupils and colleagues;
• can think creatively and strategically to bring about positive, fun learning experiences for children.
• is able to communicate effectively and has excellent interpersonal skills;
• has proven experience with pupils with SEND.
In return we can offer:
• fabulous children who want to learn and succeed;
• a spacious and well-resourced working environment;
• a school committed to Continuing Professional Development for all staff;
• a thriving and successful school focused on high achievement for all pupils;
• a supportive and dedicated team of staff, governors and parents;
• a warm and welcoming school and staff.

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.

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: Friday 1st May, 2026 by 12 noon
Interviews: Friday 8th May, 2026
 

Permanent Full Time Nursery Teacher

The Governors of Maryport Church of England Primary School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and highly motivated Nursery teacher to join our friendly, dedicated and hard-working team starting in September 2026. Newly qualified and recently qualified teachers are welcome to apply.

The successful candidate will:
-    Be an excellent EYFS practitioner
-    be committed to supporting the Christian ethos and values of the school
-    Be committed to providing the best outcomes for all children
-    Understands the importance of high-quality adult interactions, oracy, and continuous provision to enhance personal development and our EYFS offer within the indoor and outdoor environment
-    Be able to create an engaging and challenging learning environment
-    Play a full and active role in wider school life and the local community
-    Be able to build successful partnerships with parents, governors, colleagues and professionals
-    be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of all children.

We can offer:-
A commitment to personalised continued professional development
Positive and enthusiastic children
A professional, hardworking and committed team 
Strong links with the community and other local schools
Supportive and caring environment for all children and staff to flourish
Visits to the school are welcome by appointment.

Application forms and further details are available on the school website: Job Vacancies | Maryport Church of England Primary School

Safer Recruitment And Selection
The school pays full regard to the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. The Governing Body will prevent people who pose a risk of harm from working with children by adhering to statutory responsibilities to carry out appropriate checks on staff or others who work unsupervised with children. Any successful candidate will be appointed subject to Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks, confirmation of appropriate qualifications and professional references. Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Closing date for applications: 1st May 2026. All applications must be emailed to [email protected]

Interviews will be held: week beginning 18th May 2026

Plumbland CE School EYFS and Key Stage One teacher, 0.8, pro rata, required to begin on 1st September 2026 at our friendly village school. This is a permanent position,  Candidates must have a strong knowledge of, and experience of, teaching in EYFS and Key Stage One, a good understanding of teaching phonics, evidence of being a competent subject leader, high standards of behaviour and the ability to provide a stimulating classroom environment. We also require someone who is organised and has good communication skills and a commitment to playing a full and active role in the wider life of the school. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a forward thinking setting that is passionate about making a difference.

In return we can offer:
•    The chance to be part of a unique supportive school team;
•    Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn;
•    Opportunities for wider professional development;

An application pack can be obtained from our school office manager:
[email protected]. Closing date: 12th May 2026. Visits to the school are encouraged, please email the school office for an appointment. Interviews will take place on week beginning 18th May 2026.

Plumbland CE School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applications will be subject to checks with past employers and an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
 

Full Time Class teacher – Lower Key Stage 2

Permanent Full Time
Required for September 2026

The Governing Body of St Bede’s RCP School are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and inspirational teacher to join our welcoming Catholic primary school as a Lower Key Stage 2 Teacher. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed professional who is enthusiastic about nurturing children academically, spiritually, and emotionally within a faith-filled environment.

Our school is a caring and inclusive Catholic community where every child is valued as a unique individual. Rooted in Gospel values, we strive to provide a high-quality
education that supports the development of the whole child. We have a strong sense of community, supportive staff, and engaged families. This post does not require
applicants to be Catholic, but the candidate will be sympathetic and willing to embrace the ethos of our school. As an inclusive school, we welcome applications from
everyone!

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons in line with the National Curriculum
• Create a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment
• Assess, monitor, and report on pupils’ progress effectively
• Promote high standards of behaviour and respect
• Contribute to the Catholic ethos of the school, including participation in collective worship and school events
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and parents

The ideal Candidate will:

• Be a qualified teacher (QTS)
• Have experience teaching in Key Stage 2 (preferably Lower KS2)
• Be supportive of the Catholic ethos of the school (practising Catholic preferred but not essential)
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and organisational skills
• Be creative, reflective, and committed to continuous professional development
• Have high expectations for all pupils

In return we can offer the successful Candidate:

• A supportive and friendly staff team
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils and supportive families
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A strong, values-driven school community
• A positive school ethos that celebrates success and is committed to inclusion
• the support of a collaborative leadership team

Prospective candidates are invited to visit the school by appointment. Further details and CES application forms are available from the school website at
https://www.stbedes.cumbria.sch.uk/ or via to the school office email [email protected]

St Bede’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education Legislation.

Closing date: Friday8 th May 2026 at 9am
Shortlisting: Friday 8th May 2026
Interview date: Thursday 14th or Friday 15th May 2026