Vacancy for Senior Teaching Assistant in Ulverston

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) 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 below 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: Monday 9th February 2026 at 9am

Interview Date: Thursday 12th February 2026

Please provide a short covering letter together with a completed UVHS application form to the Headteacher, Mr Matthew Hardwick, 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.

If you have any questions or queries relating to the application procedure, please do not hesitate to contact Claire Jarvis 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 2025, and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, UVHS will undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates which may include social media and video platforms. Online searches will only examine data which is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.

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