Temporary FTE 0.5 Class Teacher

Lowther Endowed School, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HT

16 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  22 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  6 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: 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.
• Contract type: Fixed term - Up to 12 months
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS

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 information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Westmorland and Furness School Application Form.pdf - 382 KB (opens in new tab)

LES Application Pack.pdf - 315 KB (opens in new tab)

About Lowther Endowed School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, None, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 44 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Lowther Endowed School website
• Email address: head@lowther.cumbria.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01931712344
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lowther-endowed-school

Arranging a visit to Lowther Endowed School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email head@lowther.cumbria.sch.uk.

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