History, RE, PE, MFL vacancies - permanent positions, start ASAP or September 2025; apply for one or more than one

Vacancies in John Ruskin School

●     Teacher of history and RE (0.4 fte)

●     Teacher of French (0.4 fte)

●     Male teacher of PE (0.4 fte)*

●     Female teacher of PE (0.4 fte)*

*Additional to these teaching timetables we are also looking for a successful PE applicant to take responsibility as PE subject lead

All roles are permanent contracts for September 2025 start (or sooner depending on role and personal circumstances)

The Fells Federation is made up of two small, forward-thinking schools in the heart of the Lake District; John Ruskin Secondary school and Coniston CofE Primary School.  We welcome applications from colleagues who are considering one or more of the advertised posts and strongly recommend a phone call with the head teacher or a visit to the school prior to applying. 

We are a very different environment to work in than a larger school and if you are considering a move of area, role or lifestyle then please arrange a visit to look at the school and area, and experience our culture first hand.

We are wishing to appoint ambitious, enthusiastic and multi-skilled colleagues to deliver our curriculum at John Ruskin School. A successful applicant will be

●     An inspirational and passionate teacher

●     Visionary with the energy and interpersonal skills to inspire and motivate

●     Committed to ensuring the best possible outcome for all students.

 John Ruskin School has been rated as good by Ofsted, describing John Ruskin School in 2019 as a place where, ‘Staff and students are highly motivated to do their best and everyone thrives’.

Closing date for all positions: Monday 3 February

Interviews: Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 February

 See the covering letter for more information about our activities and ethos. Job descriptions and person specifications are attached too. You can see photos of our school in the gallery, and our website.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced check for regulated activity via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any other pre-employment checks in relation to the safeguarding of our students as necessary.