Start Date: as soon as possible

Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full-Time 
Salary: Leadership range L21 to L27

Nestled in the stunning Eden Valley, Kirkby Stephen Grammar School combines centuries of tradition with a forward-looking approach to education. With approximately 350 students, including 60 in our thriving sixth form, we are a small school by design - allowing us to truly know and nurture every student who passes through our doors.

Our recent integration into Cumbria Education Trust marks the beginning of a transformative journey. The successful candidate will join at a pivotal moment, as our school becomes part of a collaborative hub of six schools in the locality. This presents an unparalleled opportunity to preserve the unique character of our close-knit community school while drawing on the collective strength and expertise of a leading multi-academy trust.

Our January 2024 Ofsted report celebrated our "friendly and caring community" where students feel safe and happy. We take pride in excellent attendance rates, exemplary behaviour, and strong relationships between staff and students. These foundations provide the perfect platform for an ambitious leader to shape the next phase of our development.

The role demands an exceptional educator who understands the special nature of rural community schools. You will be someone who can honour our heritage while embracing innovation, who can build upon our strengths while bringing fresh perspectives. As part of the Cumbria Education Trust leadership team, you will work collaboratively to deliver the Trust's vision of enabling every young person to reach their potential through innovative and inspiring learning experiences.

You will find in Kirkby Stephen Grammar School a place where traditional values meet modern thinking, where every child is known and valued, and where education extends far beyond the classroom. Working within CET's framework of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience, you will have the opportunity to shape not just a school, but a community.

In return, we offer the chance to lead a good school with strong foundations, backed by the support and resources of a successful multi-academy trust. You'll benefit from established governance structures, excellent professional development opportunities, and the collegiate support of fellow leaders across the Trust.

If you are inspired by the prospect of leading a school where every student and staff member is known by name, where tradition meets innovation, and where community matters, we would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. For an informal discussion about this role or to arrange a visit, please contact Des Bird (dbird@cumbriaeducationtrust.org).

For full details please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/137107/EDV-2025-KSGS-62889

Closing Date: 9am, 17 March 2025
Interview Date/s: w/c 24 March 2025

The Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post.  In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, on line searches are carried out on successful candidates.

Head of Science Faculty
Permanent Post
Full Time (1.0 FTE) - Teachers Pay Scale (MPR/UPR)
Plus Additional Allowance: TLR1B £12,036
Required to commence 1st September 2025

Ulverston Victoria High School is a happy and thriving 11-18 school and sixth form and is at the heart of the community in the picturesque South Lakeland market town of Ulverston.

An exceptional school, which is defined equally by its high academic achievements and its warmth and inclusivity, our students and their teachers work hard, seek to achieve the very highest standards in all they do and are respectful of each other and of their community.

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint, with effect from 1st September 2025, an outstanding, motivated and inspirational individual to lead our high performing Science Faculty. The post holder will be responsible for the line management of the Science Faculty whilst leading, developing and taking responsibility for the performance of the faculty staff.

The Science Faculty is a dynamic and vibrant place to be with a team of 16 enthusiastic and committed teachers and 5 technicians. This is a great opportunity for an exceptional and dynamic lead practitioner to play a pivotal role in a high performing department.

The successful candidate will share our passion for education and demonstrate strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills.  They should be in tune with our values and our ethos of “children first” and be totally committed to providing a deep and rewarding experience in science for all our students regardless of their academic ability.  

The successful candidate must be committed to obtaining the best possible outcomes for all students by creating a fully inclusive environment. Candidates will show a willingness and desire to contribute to the extensive extra-curricular activities we offer our community and contribute to our whole school ethos.  If you are a candidate committed to high quality teaching and learning who wants to develop your career in an exceptional school, working closely with colleagues who share that passion, then we would be pleased to hear from you.

Closing date for applications:        Thursday 20th March 2025 at 9.00am

Shortlisting:                Friday 21st March 2025

Interviews will be held on:        Monday 31st March 2025

Please see the introduction and applicant guidance notes, view the person specification and department information on our website www.uvhs.uk for further details.

Please would applicants email a scanned copy of their passport with the completed application form.

Please note that UVHS does not accept CV applications.

Please email applications for the attention of the Headteacher, Mr M Hardwick, at recruitment@uvhs.uk

If you have any questions or queries relating to the application procedure or would like to visit the department, please do not hesitate to call Davinia Pybis on 01229 483900 or email recruitment@uvhs.uk

Ulverston Victoria High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, Revised September 2024, and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of employment vetting checks including an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service, online vetting check, Teacher Prohibition Checks through the Teacher Regulation Agency, suitable references, Proof of Right to Work in the UK, pre-employment health check and professional qualifications.

Senior Teaching Assistant
1-Year Fixed Term Contract – Term Time Only (plus Inset)
Monday to Friday (33.5 hours per week) 
Salary: £27,711 - £28,624 (PCD 7 Grade 7 - SCP 12-14) actual salary £21,461 - £22,690 Pro Rata (£14.36 - £14.84 per hour)

To commence as soon as possible

Ulverston Victoria High School is an exceptional school which is defined equally by its high academic achievements and its warmth and inclusivity.  Our students and their teachers work hard, seek to achieve the very highest standards in all they do and are respectful of each other and of their community.

We are seeking to appoint a Senior Teaching Assistant (STA) on a fixed term contract for 1-year to work under the guidance of Teaching/Senior Staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom.  The Senior Teaching Assistants may supervise groups, delivering programmes under the direction of the SENCO with the primary focus to encourage the learning, engagement and confidence of students.

The successful candidates will have recent experience of working with young people and hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.  

Please see the introduction and applicant guidance notes and view the job description and person specification on our school website www.uvhs.uk for further details.

If you are a candidate who meets the requirements outlined in the job description and person specification and who wants to be a part of an exceptional school, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

Closing date for applications:    Friday 21st March 2025 at 9am

Interview Date:          To be confirmed

Please provide a short covering letter together with a completed UVHS application form to Davinia Pybis at the following email address: recruitment@uvhs.uk

Please would applicants email a scanned copy of their passport with the completed application form.

Please note that UVHS does not accept CV applications.

Ulverston Victoria High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, Revised September 2024, and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of employment vetting checks including an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service, suitable references, online vetting check, Proof of Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory pre-employment health check and professional qualifications.