Current Job Vacancies
English Hub Lead - Deputy
Part time - 0.6
Fixed Term for 1 year from September 2025 or as soon after
Orgill English Hub is looking to appoint a passionate and experienced educator to the role of Deputy English Hub Lead. Based at Orgill Primary School in Egremont, with opportunities for remote working, you will play a key part in supporting schools across the region to improve early reading and phonics provision.
Orgill Primary School has been designated as one of 34 English Hubs across England. This network of some of the best performing primary schools has been set up to improve reading standards across the country and improve educational outcomes for the most disadvantaged children.
The Deputy English Hub Lead will be at the heart of our English Hub. They will benefit from a National Teaching Programme in order to further develop their expertise in teaching early language and reading in Reception and Key Stage 1. They will provide intensive support to schools across the next academic year, have the opportunity to develop and deliver Showcase and Medium Level Support Events at Orgill.
This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious, enthusiastic teachers who strive to impact upon the lives of children in Cumbria and Lancashire. The role is initially for the academic year 2025-26 but may continue if the DfE commit to extending funding for the Hub programme.
The Deputy Hub Lead will have the opportunity to work closely with a national provider, the English Hub team and the national and local communities of Literacy Specialists.
Key Responsibilities:
Support partner schools in your role as a Literacy Specialist
Carry out detailed phonics audits in primary and infant schools
Deliver remote training sessions in early reading and systematic synthetic phonics
Collaborate with English Hub leadership to ensure high-quality, evidence-based support is delivered across the region
About You:
A qualified and experienced teacher with a strong background in teaching phonics
Proven experience leading early reading and phonics in a primary or infant school
Excellent communication and coaching skills, with the ability to support and challenge schools positively
A strong commitment to raising standards in early literacy
Visits to school are warmly welcomed. If you wish to arrange a visit, please contact via email or telephone the school to make an appointment businessmanager@orgill.cumbria.sch.uk / 01946 820234
Application forms and further details are available via email businessmanager@orgill.cumbria.sch.uk
Orgill Primary school is committed to safeguarding its staff and pupils and the successful applicant will be appointed on completion of an enhanced DBS check and receipt of professional references.
Closing date for applications: Friday 27th June with interviews taking place the following week
Key Stage 1 Teacher/Leader
Permanent Position, 32.5 hours per week.
MPR/UPR plus TLR2
Required for January 2026 or earlier if possible
(There may be an opportunity to take on the Reading Leader role for the right candidate)
At Orgill Primary School, we are committed to providing a nurturing and inspiring learning environment for our children. Our vision is to foster a love for learning and help children grow into confident, independent individuals. We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate, and experienced Key Stage 1 teacher/leader to join our team.
As Key Stage 1 Leader, you will play a crucial role in shaping the educational experience of our younger learners. You will be responsible for leading and inspiring a team of teachers and support staff in the Key Stage 1 phase, ensuring that every child receives a high-quality education that promotes their academic, social, and emotional development.
There may also be an opportunity for the right candidate to take on the role of Reading Leader and lead the development of early reading across the school.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, manage, and motivate the Key Stage 1 team to deliver excellent teaching and learning outcomes.
- Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement curriculum strategies and initiatives.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress and achievement of pupils in Key Stage 1, ensuring effective interventions and support are in place.
- Create and maintain an engaging and inclusive classroom environment where all students can thrive.
- Develop positive relationships with parents, carers, and the wider school community.
- Lead CPD (Continuing Professional Development) for staff within the Key Stage 1 team.
- Contribute to whole-school initiatives and promote the school’s values.
Key Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum.
- Significant experience and a passion for phonics and early reading development.
- Previous leadership experience or a strong desire to take on a leadership role.
- A passion for working with young children and supporting their academic and personal development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
- A commitment to inclusion, diversity, and promoting a positive learning environment for all children.
Why Work with Us?
- A supportive and welcoming team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A school dedicated to the well-being of both children and staff.
- The chance to make a lasting impact on the educational journey of young learners.
If you are an inspirational leader who is passionate about education and are ready to take on an exciting challenge, we would love to hear from you!
We will welcome visits from potential applicants by appointment only.
Please email businessmanager@orgill.cumbria.sch.uk to obtain an application pack.
Orgill Primary school is committed to safeguarding its staff and pupils and the successful applicant will be appointed on completion of a DBS check.
Closing date for applications: Friday 27th June with interviews taking place week commencing 7th July 2025.
Fixed Term for September 2025, Full Time, Nursery Teacher
Required for September 2025 for 1 term (Autumn term)
M1/M2 (suitable for ECTs)
Orgill Primary is a friendly and welcoming school with an extremely dedicated staff team. We have high expectations of our children and are committed to giving them the best possible educational experience.
We wish to appoint a passionate, motivated and committed Nursery teacher who is capable of integrating swiftly and successfully into out hard working, friendly and experienced Nursery team in September 2025.
Our successful candidate will have an understanding of the EYFS curriculum, experience in teaching in EYFS provision and will be driven and committed to achieving the highest possible standards of academic performance, personal and social development and well-being for our pupils. They will understand the value of strong, mutually respectful relationships with children and their families. They will be able to adapt to working as part of an established staff team and will have curriculum strengths and interests to contribute.
In return, we can offer a positive, warm and welcoming work environment, an opportunity to be part of an experienced, effective team, a supportive Head Teacher and Governing Body and fantastic children, who enjoy learning and achieving.
Applications are welcomed from recently qualified teachers including ECTs.
Visits to school are warmly welcomed. If you wish to arrange a visit, please contact via email or telephone the school to make an appointment businessmanager@orgill.cumbria.sch.uk / 01946 820234
Application forms and further details are available via email businessmanager@orgill.cumbria.sch.uk
Orgill Primary school is committed to safeguarding its staff and pupils and the successful applicant will be appointed on completion of an enhanced DBS check and receipt of professional references.
Closing date for applications: Friday 27th June with interviews taking place the following week.
General Information
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.
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-disclosure form to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered or protected, prior to the date of the interview along with other questions about their status in line with other legislation. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service and DfE (where relevant) before your appointment is confirmed.
In addition to the above, the school reserves the right to carry out an online search on short-listed candidates. This will only include a search for information which is publicly available online.
NOTE: it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.