Teaching Assistant

Fixed term based on the needs of the child (32hrs per week), Teaching Assistant SEN 1:1 Support

Required as soon as possible 

PCD7 (£24,294 annual wage £12.59/hr – term time only)

A unique opportunity has arisen whereby we are looking to appoint a dedicated and professional SEND Teaching Assistant to start as soon as possible. You will work as part of the Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) team to support those children with specific needs. You will need to be able to demonstrate an excellent level of understanding of children will specific needs and how they can be best supported to ensure they thrive in mainstream education. 
 
The successful candidate will be expected to: 
•    Have good Maths and English skills 
•    Maintain a caring, friendly and supportive approach at all times 
•    Be able to work well with others as part of an effective team
•    Work in partnership with colleagues and external agencies to promote a creative and stimulating learning environment 
•    Provide and deliver learning activities for individuals and groups of pupils under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified teacher, differentiating and adapting learning to suit the needs of allocated pupils 
•    Respond to the needs of pupils and adapt approaches as required 

In return we can offer you: 
•    Delightful, well-motivated children with enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn 
•    Dedicated, hardworking and friendly colleagues 
•    A workplace dedicated to giving the best for children and ensuring all achieve their potential

You will be working within a busy and dynamic teaching environment and will need to have a passion and commitment to wanting our young children to develop a life-long love of learning by being a positive and supportive role model. You will need to be patient, hard-working and have high expectations of yourself and pupils. At St. Cuthbert’s School we value and cherish all our children, regardless of their needs and challenges, and we would expect the same from any successful applicant. The successful candidates will use a variety of strategies to support and engage our pupils and will be an important member of our team, working closely with the SENDCO, class teachers and school leadership. Candidates will be expected to be proactive and bring a positive approach to work, whilst a commitment to the wider life of the school is also important.

Within this role, you will provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child with complex and specific needs in Key Stage 1.

 You will also assist the teaching staff in the preparation of the learning environment, liaising with parents, maintaining pupil records, and carrying out a range of administrative tasks to support the teaching staff. Good experience of working with children and relevant qualifications are required.

The school offers an exciting and enriched curriculum through a wide range of activities, both within the classroom but also through the wider environment. Whilst your primary focus will be on supporting individual children to be able to access this curriculum to ensure that they make excellent progress. This will involve you working with teachers and the SENDCo to adapt the curriculum the broad and balanced curriculum offer to meet the individual needs including the teaching of reading, involvement in PE sessions, going on school trips and residentials. We provide a full programme of extra-curricular activities, outdoor learning programmes and sporting opportunities.

You will also be involved in leading playtime activities with children and supporting within the hall during dinner times.

This position is fixed term (based on the needs of the specific child). The hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am to 3.30pm each day.

St. Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary 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 vetting and recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS, excellent references and a pre-medical assessment. 
 
If you think you could the person we are looking for, then we would love to hear from you. 

For any further information on the role, please contact the Head Teacher, Mrs Hutchinson, on 01228 818201.  You can download the application pack from our website www.st-cuthberts-carlisle.co.uk/aboutus/vacancies.

We look forward to receiving your application and hopefully meeting you as part of the recruitment process.

Closing date: Monday 10th June, 12 noon

Interview date: Friday 14th June

St. Cuthbert’s Catholic Primary School is a part of the Mater-Christi Multi Academy Trust.  Successful candidates will be employees of the Mater-Christi MAT.

At our school, we are committed to safeguarding all children. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, suitable references and a work place health assessment before commencing employment. 
 

Date posted
Reference Number
2088
Please see below
Mater-Christi Trust
Contract type
Work pattern

Teaching Assistant

Early Years or KS1 Teaching Assistant – 32.5 hours per week, fixed term for one year due to budgetary funding , Term Time only

Start Date: Monday 1st September 2024 
PCD5 £23,893 pro rata

Brook Street School is looking to appoint a dedicated, skilled and caring teaching assistant to work either within our early years unit or in key stage one. Set in the heart of Carlisle, Brook Street is a fantastic place to work. We serve a rich and diverse community of children and families and view this as a strength of the school. Within our school community we have children with a wide range of needs, including speech and language needs, English as an additional language and special educational needs. The successful candidate would form part of the team delivering across all of these needs and we would provide training and support required. 

The successful candidate should be:
•    A dedicated and caring early years or infant practitioner
•    Able to work as part of a team 
•    Dedicated to the well-being of all the children at the school.
•    Committed to developing and enhancing their own professional practice.  
•    Creative and flexible to meet the needs of all pupils. 
•    Be able to foster strong relationships with parents, governors, colleagues and other professionals.
•    Play a full and active role in the wider life of the school
•    Committed to their own professional development

We can offer:
•    A good school (March 2022).
•    Happy, hardworking, polite and well-behaved children who love to learn. 
•    A supportive and welcoming staff team.
•    A fantastic learning environment
•    A commitment to your ongoing professional development.
•    A commitment to offering all children access to a wider curriculum.  
•    A diverse and culturally rich school community. 

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS enhanced disclosure will be required for this post.

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

The school website: www.brookstreetschool.co.uk > Our School > Vacancies

Email the school office: office@brookst.cumbria.sch.uk. (Please note that school is closed for half term from Saturday 25th May until Sunday 2nd June inclusive and so emails and telephones will not be manned during this period.
Queries to school office: 01228 558724

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. We have opportunities available at 2pm on Monday 10th June 2024 or at 4pm on Wednesday 12th June 2024. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit. 

Application closing date: 9:00am Monday 17th June 2024
Shortlisting: Tuesday 18th June 2024 
Interviews: Monday 24th June 2024

 

Date posted
Reference Number
2086
Please see below
Cumberland Council
Contract type
Work pattern

2x Teaching Assistants

Two Experienced Teaching Assistants

Start Date: 2nd September 2024

Hours: 35 per week
 Grade: PCD5 FTE Salary: £23,893 per annum pro rata Hourly Rate: £12.38, term time only
 

The Governors and Headteacher of our school are looking to appoint two experienced, inspirational, enthusiastic and highly skilled  teaching assistants.
  
Our inspiration is our Mission Statement;
Why are we here?
Jesus told us to love one another.
We do this by showing respect and caring for each other.
We want everyone to do their best at all times and take pride in themselves because each one of us is special to God.

Teaching Assistant
To support the class teacher in the delivery of the National Curriculum to our pupils, working in partnership with parents, teachers and the school to establish a supportive and nurturing learning environment in which children make excellent progress. Experience working with primary school aged children is essential. 

Main Duties 
• To support individuals and groups to help them learn. 
• To establish an effective and purposeful learning environment in partnership with the teachers and other colleagues. 
• To support teachers in assessing the needs of individual children. 
• To observe, record and feedback information on pupil performance. 

Other Key Aspects of the role 
• To assist in creating materials for curriculum delivery and display boards 
• To plan, lead and facilitate group activities 
• To plan and lead one to one teaching and intervention 
• To promote inclusion of all the pupils in the school, including those with physical, learning and behaviour difficulties 
• To assist with behaviour management within and outside the classroom 
• To work with the classroom teachers to implement Individual Education Plans and develop resources for pupils who have: English as a second language, speech or language impairments or behaviour that interferes with learning and relationships 
• To assist pupils’ social development, progress and achievement outside the classroom 
• To take safeguarding seriously and be observant and follow the schools safeguarding policy 

Wider School Support
• To supervise pupils in the playground, dining hall when directed. 
• To assist with therapy. Eg: physical, occupational or language 
• To maintain pupil and family confidentiality 
• To attend regular meetings and training as required 
• To communicate and liaise with staff, pupils, parents, governors and other members of the local community as appropriate 
• To be first aid trained (Paediatric Training) 

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.  To arrange a visit please contact the school office on:  Tel: 01946 830433 Email: admin@stmarys-harrington.cumbria.sch.uk 

The school is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS and Barred List checks are required for this post, as are excellent professional references. 

For an application pack and further details please email: admin@stmarys-harrington.cumbria.sch.uk 

Applications, when submitted, should be sent electronically to the above address if possible or posted to the school address to arrive by 12 noon on Tuesday 25th June 2024. 

Interviews will be held on Monday 1st July 2024 and all candidates selected for interview will be notified before 5pm on Friday 28th June 2024 by email.

Date posted
Reference Number
2084
Please see below
Catholic
Contract type
Work pattern

Deputy Headteacher

 Deputy Headteacher

St. Mary’s C.P. School
High Road, Kells, WHITEHAVEN, Cumbria, CA28 9PG

Start Date: 31st October 2024 or sooner

Group 2 Leadership Range: Deputy Headteacher (£53,380- £58,959)  

School Mission Statement:  

‘We grow and learn in the footsteps of Jesus’

The governors of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed, highly motivated, enthusiastic classroom practitioner to join our teaching team from 31st October 2024, or sooner if possible. For the successful candidate we can offer a happy, supportive environment with experienced colleagues who always put children first.

At St Mary’s Primary School, children are at the heart of our work. Our priority is to deliver high quality teaching and learning, whilst at the same time providing rich and enjoyable learning experiences.

We would like to hear from you if you:
•    Are a practising Catholic with a strong faith commitment, 
•    Can demonstrate a clear understanding of Catholic education and the vision and ability to further develop the Catholic life of our school,
•    Have the ability to identify and deliver outstanding teaching; having the confidence to lead and model this,
•    Have previous leadership experience within a primary school, at senior leadership level,
•    Are passionate about ensuring that each pupil fulfils their unique potential, 
•    Have a tenacious approach to Safeguarding; ensuring the safety and well-being of all  
•    Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build on and maintain strong relationships with staff, parents and carers, children, governors and the local and wider community,
•    Have an in-depth knowledge of the curriculum across the primary age range including EYFS,
•    Have regard and respect for the experiences, knowledge and cultural diversity that every child brings to school and use this as a foundation for improving standards,
•    Offer all children equal access to all aspects of school life; where individual differences are appreciated, celebrated, understood and accepted,
•    Encourage children to become good citizens holding British and Gospel values, by developing caring attitudes, tolerance and respect towards themselves, other children, adults, their school and their community.


We can offer you:
•    A school where children are at the centre of everything we do,
•    Children who are rewarding to teach, eager to learn and who thrive on success, nurture and positive relationships,
•    A dedicated and highly motivated staff who have strong relationships with pupils, parents and the local community; who work hard to make St Mary’s a success,
•    A place where we create growth in prayer, spiritual awareness and moral values,
•    A friendly, welcoming and supportive community who are immensely proud of their school,
•    A commitment to continued professional development,
•    A supportive and active Local Governing Body,
•    A friendly working environment which supports and enhances our vision and ethos.

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our approach to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks, which are in place across the school. This appointment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available on-line.

Visits to school are strongly encouraged. Visits to the school are available on:
Monday 3rd June 2024   10.00-11.00 a.m. or 4.00-5.00 p.m.
Tuesday 4th June 2024   10.00- 11.00 a.m. or 4.00- 5.00 p.m.
Please email school on admin@kells-stmarys.cumbria.sch.uk to let Mrs Hillon know which date and time you would like to visit school.

Application forms and further information are available on the school website www.kells-stmarys.cumbria.sch.uk
(Our School tab and then Vacancies tab)

All completed application forms and supporting information should be returned to the Clerk to the Governing Body at the following email address: admin@kells-stmarys.cumbria.sch.uk

Closing date for applications:   Monday 10th June 2024 at 12 noon
Shortlisting: Tuesday 11th June 2024
Interviews will take place on:  Thursday 20th June 2024

Please note we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


 

Date posted
Reference Number
2082
Please see below
Catholic
Contract type
Work pattern

Teacher of Maths

Teachers Of Mathematics 
Permanent from September 2024
Full time or Part time (minimum 0.6fte)

We are looking for a Teacher of Mathematics to join the team at Millom School.  

We are looking for positive, enthusiastic and talented teachers who have the passion to sustain and improve continuing excellence in this core subject area.  The successful applicants will have excellent subject knowledge, and will be effective communicators with the ability to engage the students in their learning.
We welcome applications from NQTs/ECTs.

Millom 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.  

Millom School has a friendly and supportive staff in a superb rural area at the southern tip of the Lake District.

The application form should be downloaded from the school website, http://millom.cumbria.sch.uk/about/vacancies and accompanied by a letter of application stating why you would be a suitable candidate for the role.

Completed applications should be submitted via email to hr@millom.cumbria.sch.uk by 12.00noon on Friday 7 June 2024.
 

Date posted
Reference Number
2080
MPR/UPR
Cumberland Council
School
Job type
Contract type
Work pattern

Teaching Assistant Posts x 2

Teaching Assistant Posts x 2

PCD5 £23,893 per annum pro rata (FTE 37 hours per week) term time only plus 1 week INSET

Required to start September 2024

Post 1: 32.5 hours per week fixed until 31st August 2025
Post 2: 21 hours per week fixed until 31st August 2025

These posts are offered on a fixed term contract due to pupil intervention needs.

Closing date: Wednesday 5th June 2024
Shortlisting: Wednesday 12th June 2024
Interviews: Friday 21st June 2024

Responsible to: Headteacher/ Line Manager

The Governors of Ivegill CE Primary School are seeking to appoint skilled, enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our lovely school. The role will be to support children in the school with SEND from September 2024.  The child will require full time support within the classroom, dining hall and during break times outside. 
  
 Support for Pupils: 
•    Be passionate about learning.
•    Have experience of the National Curriculum, preferably across both Key Stages, and hold a at least NVQ level 2 or above.
•    Supervise and provide support for pupils, including those with SEND, ensuring their safety and access to learning.
•    Have experience of working with children with a range of special educational needs.
•    Have excellent Maths and English skills. 
•    Have high expectations for all pupils and be committed to raising standards.
•    Have good listening and behaviour management skills.
•    Have a good understanding of, and a commitment to, the protection and safeguarding of children.
•    Be able to follow direction from class teachers and also use their own initiative.
•    Encourage and develop our inclusive ethos.
•    Be sympathetic to, and supportive of, Christian values and beliefs which are at the heart of our Church school.
•    Be able to work as part of a team and be fully involved in school life.

Ivegill CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding, welfare and the mental and physical  well-being of our children, staff and community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Written references will be taken up and any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

 Further details including a candidate pack can be downloaded from www.ivegill.cumbria.sch.uk/school/vacancies/.  Please note that whilst we are using the Westmorland and Furness Council standard application form/pack, as a Voluntary Aided school the Ivegill School Governing Body is the ‘employer’.

The completed application form needs to be returned by 12.00 noon on Wednesday 5th June either in hard copy or emailed to secretary@ivegill.cumbria.sch.uk.

Date posted
Reference Number
2078
Please see below
VA
Contract type
Work pattern

Teaching Assistant

Senior Teaching Assistant  / Teaching Assistant
Permanent.
32hrs per week, term time only plus one week per annum
STA  £29,777 to £30,296 pro rata  TA £23,893 pro rata
Pay award pending

Cockermouth School Academy is a high performing, truly comprehensive school located in a beautiful part of the country on the edge of the Lake District National Park, and is in the heart of its community.

We wish to appoint a Senior Teaching Assistant  / Teaching Assistant to join our successful Learning Support Department in its work supporting all students at Cockermouth School and in particular students with a range of Special Educational Needs including in our Strategically Resourced Provision for Autism (SRP).

The successful candidates will have the initiative to work independently, a willingness to learn and develop, capacity to contribute to a team approach, flexibility and a genuine empathy for pupils with SEN. Qualifications in Autism or a willingness to be trained is required. Candidates should hold a relevant NVQ 3 qualification or be suitably qualified by experience.

GCSE level 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths is required for this role.

Further details and an application form are available at www.cockermouthschool.org

Cockermouth School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of students, engages with young people and staff on policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Cockermouth School is a Safeguarding School. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate checks and undertake an enhanced DBS and where appropriate to the post, a requirement to complete a Childcare Disqualification declaration.

Applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of sex, race, marital status or disability.

Further details and an application form are available from our website www.cockermouthschool.org

Applications should be sent to recruitment@cockermouthschool.org no later than 09:00 on Wednesday 5 June 2024.
 

Date posted
Reference Number
2076
Please see below
Academy
Contract type
Work pattern

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Part Time HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)
Required as soon as possible

30 hours/week, term-time plus 1 week (39 weeks/year)
(Hours can be negotiated and could be fewer if preferred)


We require an enthusiastic, professional and highly motivated Higher Level Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated and forward thinking support team. 

 The successful candidate will offer:

•    High expectations of themselves and of children’s achievements and behaviour, with an understanding of the whole child.
•    A motivation to make a significant difference to the lives of young people.
•    Be a committed team member who is able to work with independence when required.
•    Experience of supporting pupils with their learning and participation in all areas of school life.
•    HLTA accredited status.
•    Excellent Maths, English, and communication skills.

In return we offer:

•    Positive pupils who are polite, enthusiastic and engaged with learning
•    A school that ensures safeguarding for all is a top priority
•    An inclusive, exciting and creative curriculum 
•    A welcoming and happy place to work, where staff wellbeing is considered at all times

Application packs are available from the school office via email to admin@kingmoor-jun.cumbria.sch.uk. Visits to school are welcome by arrangement.

Closing date for applications is 10.00am on Friday 7th June 2024. Interviews will be held week commencing 10th June 2024. 

We are fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all pupils and staff. The offer of a contract will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and excellent professional references.


 

Date posted
Reference Number
2074
PCD8ii £29,777 to £30,296 (Pro-Rata)
Cumberland Council
Contract type
Work pattern

Senior Teaching Assistant

Senior Teaching Assistant  / Teaching Assistant
Permanent.
32hrs per week, term time only plus one week per annum
STA  £29,777 to £30,296 pro rata  TA £23,893 pro rata
Pay award pending

Cockermouth School Academy is a high performing, truly comprehensive school located in a beautiful part of the country on the edge of the Lake District National Park, and is in the heart of its community.

We wish to appoint a Senior Teaching Assistant  / Teaching Assistant to join our successful Learning Support Department in its work supporting all students at Cockermouth School and in particular students with a range of Special Educational Needs including in our Strategically Resourced Provision for Autism (SRP).

The successful candidates will have the initiative to work independently, a willingness to learn and develop, capacity to contribute to a team approach, flexibility and a genuine empathy for pupils with SEN. Qualifications in Autism or a willingness to be trained is required. Candidates should hold a relevant NVQ 3 qualification or be suitably qualified by experience.

GCSE level 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths is required for this role.

Further details and an application form are available at www.cockermouthschool.org

Cockermouth School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of students, engages with young people and staff on policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Cockermouth School is a Safeguarding School. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate checks and undertake an enhanced DBS and where appropriate to the post, a requirement to complete a Childcare Disqualification declaration.

Applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of sex, race, marital status or disability.

Further details and an application form are available from our website www.cockermouthschool.org

Applications should be sent to recruitment@cockermouthschool.org no later than 09:00 on Wednesday 5 June 2024.

Date posted
Reference Number
2072
Please see below
Academy
Contract type
Work pattern

Administration Assistant

Permanent Post
15 Hours Per Week
Term Time (39 Weeks) + 5 Days

The successful candidate will:
•           Under the instruction/guidance of senior staff provide general administrative/financial support.
•           Undertake reception duties, providing a professional and welcoming appearance to the school for staff, students, visitors and members of the public.
•           Undertake a range of general administrative duties, including word processing, maintenance of spreadsheets, filing and distribution of incoming and outgoing mail.
•           Develop a broad understanding of the wide variety of roles within the academy support team.
•           Undertake a range of reprographics duties including, photocopying, laminating etc.
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Changing Lives Learning Trust 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 screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

For further details about this role, please visit our website https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149818/EDV-2023-SBVPS-29313 
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Closing date is 12:00 Wednesday 15 June 2024 

Date posted
Reference Number
2070
Band B, Point 1 - 3, £22,737 - £23,500 FTE (£8096.40 - £8594.66 pro rata)
Changing Lives Learning Trust
Contract type
Work pattern