Temporary FTE 0.5 Class Teacher
| Posting date: | 07 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 22 June 2026 |
| Location: | Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HT |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | dab90c06-0ecb-4d1f-9f8a-2b49a6b64494 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a teacher who:
• Puts children’s needs, wellbeing and outcomes at the heart of all decisions.
• Consistently delivers high-quality classroom practice.
• Maintains ambitious expectations and aspirations for every pupil.
• Uses adaptive teaching strategies to overcome barriers to learning while sustaining high expectations for all learners.
• Fosters an inclusive learning environment in which every child is supported to achieve success.
• Uses assessment purposefully to inform teaching, monitor progress and improve outcomes.
• Establishes strong, positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Collaborates effectively with teaching assistants and other professionals to support pupil learning and development.
• Shows a strong commitment to ongoing professional development and the use of evidence-informed practice.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A strong culture of care, ambition and collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A chance to make a real difference in a small, caring school
Further details about the role
The Governing Body of Lowther Endowed School & Little VIPs Day Care is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed class teacher to join our friendly, dedicated and supportive staff team for up to one year from 1st September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a small, nurturing primary school where exceptional care and high expectations ensure that every child thrives both academically and personally.
The successful candidate will teach the Key Stage 2 mixed-age class (Years 3 - 6) on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesday afternoons as part of an established job-share arrangement and will contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
The role is for a temporary fixed term period of up to 12 months, from 1st September 2026 due to staff absence.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are looking for a teacher who:
• Puts children’s needs, wellbeing and outcomes at the heart of all decisions.
• Consistently delivers high-quality classroom practice.
• Maintains ambitious expectations and aspirations for every pupil.
• Uses adaptive teaching strategies to overcome barriers to learning while sustaining high expectations for all learners.
• Fosters an inclusive learning environment in which every child is supported to achieve success.
• Uses assessment purposefully to inform teaching, monitor progress and improve outcomes.
• Establishes strong, positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Collaborates effectively with teaching assistants and other professionals to support pupil learning and development.
• Shows a strong commitment to ongoing professional development and the use of evidence-informed practice.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer:
• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
• A strong culture of care, ambition and collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A chance to make a real difference in a small, caring school
Further details about the role
The Governing Body of Lowther Endowed School & Little VIPs Day Care is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed class teacher to join our friendly, dedicated and supportive staff team for up to one year from 1st September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a small, nurturing primary school where exceptional care and high expectations ensure that every child thrives both academically and personally.
The successful candidate will teach the Key Stage 2 mixed-age class (Years 3 - 6) on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesday afternoons as part of an established job-share arrangement and will contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
The role is for a temporary fixed term period of up to 12 months, from 1st September 2026 due to staff absence.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.