1 Temporary EYFS Full-Time Teaching Assistant required from February 2026 for 1 year due to pupil numbers

PCD5 £25,989 pro rata – 32.5 hours per week term time only, + 5 INSET 
Days
 

Bishop Harvey Goodwin is a warm, friendly and nurturing Church of England school situated in the south of Carlisle. We are seeking to recruit an energetic, creative and inspiring Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our team of support staff and provide support for pupils with a variety of needs. Candidates should have a bright and positive attitude and should be keen to enhance our school with their caring and compassionate nature. We are looking for professionals who understand children, their needs and how best to adapt practice and approaches so that everyone is included.

The successful candidate should be:
•    Qualified with a relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
•    Have excellent English and maths skills
•    Able to relate well to children and adults 
•    Confident to actively seek learning opportunities 
•    Flexible, calm, creative, problem-solver, and filled with enthusiasm
•    Play a full and active role in the wider life of school
•    Committed to upholding our Christian values

We can offer:
•    A happy, friendly and nurturing working environment, where everyone’s contributions are valued
•    A supportive team who have high expectations of the pupils and each other 
•    A Good school (Ofsted 2024)
•    Opportunities for professional development
•    A vibrant learning environment
•    A commitment to ensuring the very best opportunities for children by being committed to them meeting their full potential

This school is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be appointed on completion of relevant Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

Application packs are available from: Teresa Calvert, by telephone or email to [email protected]

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs Calvert at the school by 12pm on Friday 16th January 2026. Interviews will be held in the week beginning 19th January 2026.
 

Permanent Teaching Assistant (32.5 hours)

Required from 23rd February 2026 (or as soon as possible)

PCD5 £25,989 per annum , pro rata  Term time only and inset

Ashfield Infant and Nursery School is looking for an inspiring and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our highly professional and dedicated team.

The successful candidate will: 
• Have an understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Be a positive role model to pupils and other staff, able to demonstrate high levels of motivation and enthusiasm.
• Have high expectations of all pupils.
• Be able to work as part of a team.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents and the wider community.
• Be an inclusive practitioner.
• Have experience of working with children with additional needs.
• Have commitment to being actively involved in the wider life of the school.
• Be prepared to be a dedicated and flexible team member.
• Be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of all children.

We can offer you
• A warm and welcoming school with happy children who are proud of their school and are enthusiastic about their learning.
• A highly professional and supportive team.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Job specification and application forms are available on the school website or from Mrs Michelle Coulthard in the school office.

Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026 12 noon, email [email protected] 
Interviews: Thursday 29th January 2026

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure for Regulated Activity and will require the completion of a criminal history/suitability self-disclosure form prior to interview. 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.

Start date: 23rd February 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Fixed term until 31st December 2026.

Full time (1.0 FTE).

This is a rare opportunity to join the team at Bowness-on-Solway Primary School – a small, welcoming and highly desirable rural school in a beautiful location.

We are seeking to appoint a committed and caring teacher to work with a very small mixed EYFS and Key Stage 1 class. This is a fixed-term maternity cover role which offers an excellent opportunity for a teacher early in their career to make a real difference in a supportive and nurturing environment.

At Bowness-on-Solway, we pride ourselves on being a true family school. Our children are enthusiastic, creative and a delight to teach, and our staff, parents and governors work closely together to make our school a special place to learn and work.

We are looking for someone who:
•    Is suitably qualified to teach pupils in Early Years and Key Stage 1;
•    Demonstrates enthusiasm and a commitment to improving outcomes for all pupils;
•    Sets high expectations and delivers excellent progress through high-quality teaching and learning, notably in phonics.

Our school is easily accessible from Carlisle, Wigton and the surrounding areas, set in a stunning rural location with open views of the Lakeland fells and the idyllic Solway Firth shoreline. We are fortunate to have extensive outdoor space, including our own woodland area.
Bowness-on-Solway Primary School was judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted in 2025 and was recently recognised as being in the top 1% of schools nationally for outcomes in reading, writing and mathematics. The well-being of pupils and staff is at the heart of everything that we do.
You are very welcome to visit the school for a tour and an opportunity to ask any questions. Please call the school office on 016973 51384 to arrange this.

Application forms and further information are available from:
[email protected]
016973 51384

We encourage you to have a look at our website and our Facebook page:
www.bowness-on-solway.cumbria.sch.uk
www.facebook.com/BownessSchool

Bowness-on-Solway Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all staff to adhere to this. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and references will be sought.

Closing date for applications: 9am on Friday 30th January 2026
Interviews: Friday 6th February 2026

Class Teacher – Full Time, Permanent

Brook Street School is looking to appoint a dedicated, knowledgeable and effective key stage two teacher to work with our year four class in the first instance.

We are looking for somebody with strong subject knowledge and pedagogy, who can foster excellent classroom relationships and promote a love of learning. You will also be skillful in adapting your teaching to meet the needs of different learners and using formative and summative assessment to secure good outcomes.

We are fortunate to have a team of excellent teaching and support assistants at our school and the successful candidate will be able benefit from their knowledge, experience and support to enhance their teaching and secure good outcomes for all pupils.

About our school.

Situated in South Carlisle, we serve a uniquely diverse community. Over 25 different home languages are spoken by our families and our children all have different starting points. However, they are also the best thing about our school and help to make it such a special place to work, teach and learn.

We maintain a strong focus on core foundational skills but also ensure children get opportunities to develop artistically and creatively, access and enjoy the outdoors through a bespoke curriculum offer and get opportunities to develop their confidence and support their personal development.

The successful candidate should be:
•    A strong, effective and engaging classroom practitioner.
•    Have a proven record of securing good outcomes for pupils. 
•    Able to inspire and motivate both the children and adults you work with. 
•    Dedicated to the well-being of all the children at the school.
•    Committed to developing and enhancing their own professional practice. 
•    Able to contribute towards the school’s development and the development of colleagues. 
•    Creative and flexible in their teaching to meet the needs of all pupils.
•    Able to secure excellent learning behaviours and independence for all learners. 
•    Able to foster strong relationships with parents, governors, colleagues and other professionals.
•    Willing to play a full and active role in the wider life of the school. 
•    Able to lead an area of the curriculum. 

What we can offer:
Brook Street School has been judged as a consistently good school since 2012 and we continue to grow and develop together. Our children are hard-working, well-behaved and polite and they love to learn and take every opportunity that we offer them. Our staff team are dedicated, supportive and hard-working professionals who embrace opportunities for professional development. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team who will support you in securing the best outcomes for the pupils and for your own professional development.

Want to know more? 
Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. We would be delighted to show prospective candidates around the school on the following times and dates: 
Thursday 18th December 4pm
Thursday 8th January 2pm and 4pm
Tuesday 20th January 2pmPlease contact the school to arrange a visit. You can also find out more about our school by visiting our website.

 Brook Street School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and prohibition checks. Any appointment will be subject to suitable references and pre-employment checks.

Application forms and further details must be obtained from either:-

The school website: www.brookstreetschool.co.uk
Email the school office: [email protected] to school office: 01228 558724

Application closing date: 9am on Monday 26th January 2026  
Shortlisting: 26th January 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 4th February 2026

(Please note that school will be close for the Xmas Holiday  23rd December 2025 and will re-open on Tuesday 6th January. Email and phone calls will not be answered during this period).

School Administrator
35 hours per week 8:15am – 3:45pm
Part-time Permanent
Term-time plus 1 week (39 weeks per year)
Salary BS5 £25,989 (FTE) per annum £20,962-£21,523 (pro-rata)

The Governing Board of Scotby CE School are seeking a friendly, hardworking and highly committed School Administrator to join our caring and dedicated staff team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that parents, pupils and visitors receive a warm welcome which reflects our Christian ethos.  

This vital role involves a wide range of tasks including:
•    reception duties
•    general admin duties including minute taking, organising visits etc
•    managing school records, data and communications
•    providing administrative support to the Headteacher and School Business Manager
•    supporting school events
•    operating relevant IT packages
•    ordering and processing payments.

The successful candidate will:
•    Have experience of working within an administrative role. Prior experience of working within a school environment is preferable, but full training will be given.
•    Be friendly and approachable, dealing with enquiries in a professional and courteous manner, in person, on the telephone and via email whilst maintaining confidentiality at all times. 
•    Be able to work well under pressure and prioritise tasks.
•    Have excellent skills in oral and written communication.
•    Have excellent IT skills and familiarity with a range of packages including Microsoft.
•    Experience of dealing with a school management information system (Arbor) would be an advantage but not essential.
•    Be organised, efficient and committed to teamwork.
•    Be willing to undertake First Aid training.

Application packs are available on our school website www.scotby.cumbria.sch.uk under the Vacancies section, which you can find under the ‘About Us’ Section. If you would like further information about the post, please email the Business Manager [email protected]

Completed application forms should be emailed to [email protected] by 9:30 am on Tuesday 30th December 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday 6th January 2026

Scotby CE School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Teaching Assistant Part Time (Term time only/Temporary)
Hours: 15 hours per week (morning’s)

Required from: as  soon as possible 

We are looking for a reliable and conscientious teaching assistant to join our committed, hardworking and enthusiastic team to work withSEND children.

 The job is temporary until 17th July 2026 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 searchfor 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 e-mail:[email protected]  

Closing date for applications: Thursday 18th December 2025 at 12.00 p.m.

Headteacher Of St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, 
CARLISLE

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Required start: As soon as possible 

The Directors of the Mater Christi Trust and Governors of St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School in Carlisle are looking to appoint an energetic and compassionate Headteacher to shape a positive and ambitious future for the school. This is a school with a strong Catholic Ethos where the headteacher will be supported by staff, and Governors who are focussed and united in their ambition for St Margaret Mary.

We are looking for:

•    A practising Catholic.
•    Someone who is able to lead, motivate and inspire staff and pupils to achieve.
•    A creative and strategic thinker with energy and resilience.
•    An exceptional teacher.
•    Someone who is able to communicate well with good organisational and personal skills.
•    Someone who will ensure our children are known and loved.

The Chair of Governors, Mr. James Davis, is available to meet candidates to tour the school and Jacky Kennedy CEO is available to speak to candidates who wish to discuss the post. Please contact [email protected] to arrange an appointment.

To find out more about the post and to apply please visit MyNewTerm: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/148701/EDV-2025-SMMCPSC-47552

Closing Date: 12 pm on Monday 12th January 2026    
Shortlisting: Wednesday 14th January 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 27th and Wednesday 28th January 2026  

St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School is part of the Mater-Christi Trust in the Diocese of Lancaster. The Trust actively promotes diversity, unity and community cohesion and that it supports pupils to become successful, compassionate citizens. 

The Mater Christi Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Mater Christi Trust will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children’s Barred list check, two satisfactory references, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, carry out online searches for shortlisted candidates, and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the ‘Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006’.

Part-time, Permanent contract from January 2026 (or sooner if possible)
Term-time plus 1 week (39 weeks),  30.5 hours/week
 

The Governors of All Saints’ CE Primary School wish to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our friendly staff in our inclusive and thriving school in the gem market town of Cockermouth, on the edge of the Lake District. The post is a permanent, full-time appointment within our Strategically Resourced Provision. 

We are looking for an excellent practitioner who:

•    Forms positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents
•    Has a minimum of NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
•    Has experience of working with autistic children
•    Works creatively to provide high quality learning opportunities for pupils with SEND
•    Maintains a caring, consistent and supportive learning environment
•    Is flexible and committed to the varied life of the school.
•    Is committed to the safeguarding, development and well-being of the children
•    Preferably has experience of working within the Equals Semi Formal curriculum
•    Has an enthusiastic approach to leading a small team of STA’s and fosters an approach with innovation at its centre

In return we can offer you:

•    An opportunity to work in close partnership with the Head Teacher, Governors and the Leadership Team of the school
•    Support and encouragement for your continued professional development
•    Enthusiastic and friendly children with committed staff, governors and parents

For further information, and to apply, please complete the application form only which can be downloaded from the school’s website https://www.allsaintscockermouth.org.uk/job-vacancies-at-the-school/    

Completed application forms should be returned to Mr Ashley Ryan, Headteacher, via email to [email protected]  
Visits to the school are welcome.    

Please call the school on 01900 823431 to request an appointment.

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, taking proportionate decisions on whether to ask for any checks beyond what is required; and ensuring those without full checks are appropriately supervised. The Governing Body ensure that at least one person on any appointment panel has attended safer recruitment training. Any successful candidate will be appointed subject to Enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks, confirmation of appropriate qualifications and professional references.                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Closing Date: Monday 5th January 2026, 12 noon
Interview Date: TBC