Teaching Assistant & Midday Supervisor

 Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Teaching Assistant & Midday Supervisor 
Salary: Teaching Assistant: PCD 5 - £25, 989 per annum pro rata - £13.47 per hour
Midday Supervisor: PCD 3 - £24,796(A) per annum pro rata - £12.85 per hour

Start date:    6th January 2026 or as soon as possible after this date

Teaching Assistant – 27.5 hours per week
Midday Supervisor – 2.5 hours per week

Contract:    Fixed Term (term time only) until 6th October 2026 or return of substantive post holder

About Us: 

Lowther Endowed School and Little VIPs Day Care is a vibrant and inclusive primary school and nursery committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for all our pupils. We believe in fostering a sense of community and encouraging our pupils to develop both academically and socially.

Role Overview: 

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisor to join our vibrant and nurturing school community.  We are looking for an individual (or individuals as a job-share would be considered) who is energetic, caring, and deeply committed to inspiring children to reach their full potential. You will be joining a supportive, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking team who work collaboratively to create the very best learning experiences for our pupils. 

We are looking for someone who:

•    Can confidently support whole-class learning and deliver effective 1:1 support, particularly within Key Stage 2. 
•    Has experience of working with children with additional or special educational needs 
•    Promotes independence, curiosity, and confidence in every learner 
•    Contributes to a stimulating, creative, and inclusive classroom environment and playground 
•    Holds high expectations of themselves and every child they work with 
•    Enjoys being part of a close-knit, positive, and adaptable team 
•    Brings enthusiasm for learning both inside and outside the classroom 
•    Demonstrates strong skills in English and Maths.

In return, we offer:

•    Wonderful children who are happy, kind, and eager to learn 
•    A genuine commitment to your professional growth and wellbeing 
•    A supportive staff team that values collaboration and creativity 
•    A welcoming school environment at the heart of a caring community.

This role is a fixed-term position until 6th October 2026, or until the substantive post holder returns, whichever occurs first, and it is subject to a probationary period.

For further details and an application form, please email: Mrs Michelle Clark, the Headteacher at head@lowther.cumbria.sch.uk or visit: https://www.lowther.cumbria.sch.uk/current-staff-vacancies/

The school is an equal opportunities employer, committed to the principles of child protection, safeguarding and safer recruitment and to promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the 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 taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website or see here.

Please return completed application forms with and a covering letter summarising your skills, abilities and experience to support your suitability for the post to Mrs Michelle Clark at head@lowther.cumbria.sch.uk .  

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday, 11th December 2025 
Short listing will take place on Friday, 12th December 2025
Interviews will be held on Monday, 15th December 2025