Fixed Term Until December 2026 (Maternity Cover)
Position: Specialist Resourced Provision Lead
Location: Ellenborough Academy – The Good Shepherd Multi Academy Trust
Salary: MPS – UPR + SEN Allowance (£2,679) 
Hours: Full-time

Are you ready to make a real difference for pupils with SEND?
The local governing body of Ellenborough Academy are looking for a passionate and experienced teacher to lead our Specialist Resourced Provision (RP). This role is an exciting opportunity to develop, manage, and enhance a high-quality RP, supporting children with Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Communication & Interaction needs to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

As the Specialist Resourced Provision Lead, you will:
•    Provide strategic and operational leadership for the RP.
•    Support the school SENCO and lead staff in delivering outstanding teaching and interventions.
•    Develop inclusive practice across the school and contribute to trust-wide SEND expertise.
•    Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals.

We are looking for a candidate who is:
•    Experienced in teaching pupils with SEND and ASC.
•    Skilled in leading or managing a specialist provision.
•    Committed to inclusion, pupil progress, and staff development.
•    Collaborative, empathetic, and solutions focused.

We can offer you:
•    A brilliant opportunity to progress your career in a school with a real family feel
•    A committed staff who put our children first and centre
•    An opportunity to work within the supportive collaborative network of the Good Shepherd Trust

This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of SEND provision within Ellenborough Academy and the wider trust.
Interested?

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact: Michelle Dover Headteacher – 01900 812931 or e-mail: [email protected]
The Good Shepherd Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Closing Date: 12 Noon 23rd March 2026 
Interview Date: 21st April 2026

Resident Graduate Assistant 

Commencing September 2026

One-year appointment, part-time (ending 31st August 2027)
32 hour per week post (including weekend working)

£15,590 actual salary (plus attractive two bedroom self-contained flat, including all bills and utilities)

We are looking for an outstanding individual to take on the role of Resident Graduate Assistant, supporting the Head of Boarding in supervising and organising activities for our boarders. Lairthwaite Boarding House is a co-educational building with an approximate ratio of 50:50 boys to girls. Our boarders are between the ages of 11-18, and they join us from all over the world.

The role involves a range of responsibilities, including daytime, evening and weekend duties. A genuine commitment to ensuring the best possible experience for our boarders is essential, as is the ability to combine strong organisational skills with a warm and inclusive approach. It would be advantageous for an applicant to have a full drivers license, their own vehicle, and the ability/willingness to drive a minibus.

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 thorough pre-employment checks, including on-line and social media screening.

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: 10am, Friday 20th March 2026

Full-Time Teaching Assistant - English
PCD 5 (£25.989 pro-rata)
Full Time (37 hours per week), term time only (38 weeks plus 1 week Inset)

Required at the earliest opportunity, a full-time Teaching Assistant to work within our successful English department. The role will predominately involve directed time with pupils in order to support the learning of pupils within English lessons, along with some administrative duties.

The Nelson Thomlinson School is a high performing secondary school on the fringe of the Lake District in Cumbria, serving the needs of the small town of Wigton and its surrounding catchment area. We have a strong, academic ethos whilst recognising the comprehensive nature of our intake and constantly strive for further improvement and for our pupils. Ofsted’s most recent visit in October 2023 highlighted our strong traditions and a school where pupils (and staff) are proud to live out its values.

Key requirements of the role include:
•    Communicating an enthusiasm for learning and an interest in English language and literature.
•    Being confident in supporting both reading and writing work across KS3 and KS4.
•    Supporting the learning of young people across the age and ability range, including those with SEND.
•    Working closely with other professionals to help deliver coherent support.
•    Completing administrative tasks efficiently.
•    A willingness to gain familiarity with software and systems such as MS Office, Edulink and SIMs.
•    Effective time management, including an ability to prioritise.

If you require any additional information regarding the post, contact us on 016973 42160 or email [email protected]
Please download and complete an application form from our school website and submit it with a letter of application to Mr DS Northwood, Headmaster via [email protected]

Closing date: Monday 16th March 2026 12.30pm
Interviews: tbc but planned w/c 16th March 2026 
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

NTS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Permanent, Part Time School Cleaner (Job Share)
 

HOURS: 30 hours per month, job sharing working 3.15pm-6.15pm 3 days / 2 days alternate weeks (term time) + 4 weeks during school holidays (Annual Leave based on continuous years’ service)  Additional hours may be available to cover staff absences.

OP3  £25,949 FTE, which includes a non-contractual pay supplement to increase to the UK Living Wage of £13.45 per hour.

We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic, energetic Cleaner to join our hard working team.  We are looking for someone, preferably with cleaning experience, who can help to maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout school. The start date is 13 April 2026 or as soon as possible.

The candidate needs to:
•    Be reliable, trustworthy, be aware of safeguarding and confidentiality
•    Be able to work as part of a team as well as on their own
•    Have an awareness of COSHH regulations
•    Have an awareness and understanding of health and safety procedures
•    Be willing to undertake any relevant training and development as required
•    Be able to communicate with other adults and pupils

Thomlinson Junior School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be appointed on completion of an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and satisfactory references.
Application packs are available on the school website: www.thomlinson.cumbria.sch.uk

Completed applications are to be returned to the School Business Manager, 
Mrs Karen Myers, email: [email protected], marked private and confidential by either email or paper copy.

Closing Date: Friday, 20 March 2026
Interviews: w/c 23 March 2026
 

Frizington Nursery School & Preschool are looking to employ a permanent Childcare Practitioner who is 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 rata , full year, permanent. 25 hrs per week, overtime will be available. The position is to start 1st June 2026 (or as soon as possible).

The suitable candidate must have:
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and willing to work towards a Level 3
- 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
- Work towards a Level 3 qualification

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 15th April 2026 12.00pm
Interviews will take place week commencing 20th April 2026 
 

OP3  £25,949 FTE which includes a non-contractual pay supplement to increase to the UK Living Wage of £13.45 per hour

Normal Working Hours: 15 hours per week, 3.15pm-6.15pm (term time) + 4 weeks during school holidays (Annual Leave based on continuous years’ service)
 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic relief Cleaner to join our hard working team to cover planned or short notice absences.  We are looking for someone, preferably with cleaning experience, who can help to maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout school. The candidate needs to:
•    Be reliable, trustworthy, be aware of safeguarding and confidentiality
•    Be able to work as part of a team as well as on their own
•    Have an awareness of COSHH regulations
•    Have an awareness and understanding of health and safety procedures
•    Be willing to undertake any relevant training and development as required
•    Be able to communicate with other adults and pupils

Thomlinson Junior School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be appointed on completion of an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and satisfactory references.
Application packs are available on the school website: www.thomlinson.cumbria.sch.uk

Completed applications are to be returned to the School Business Manager, 
Mrs Karen Myers, email: [email protected], marked private and confidential by either email or paper copy.

Rolling advertisement as and when required.
 

Required to start April 2026

Permanent Part-time Cleaner required (12 hours per week) required for April 2026

We have an opportunity for a part-time Cleaner to join our friendly School community from this April working 12 hours per week , full year .  Please note that there will be some flexibility with these working hours.  

 OP1 (£24,413 pro rata plus the living wage supplement hourly rate £13.45

We are looking for a reliable and hard-working individual to carry out a range of general cleaning duties, helping us to maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for all pupils, staff and visitors.  

    Frizington Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, which will include References, Right to Work in the UK, Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks.  Terms and conditions for Teaching Standards will apply.

Further information and application forms are available from the School Business Manager at [email protected] or from our website:

www.frizington-pri.cumbria.sch.uk – Job Vacancies.

The closing dates for applications is midday on Wednesday 15th April 2026 and interviews will be held on Wednesday 22nd April 2026.