The Academy
Judged 'Good' by Ofsted in February 2013, West Lakes Academy is committed to achieving high standards for all with a rich and diverse range of learning experiences that provide stretch and challenge, tailored to student needs and styles.We are based in a brand new £27m building in beautiful West Cumbria, with easy access to Wasdale, Ennerdale and the Western lakes. The area offers an excellent quality of life, with superb leisure opportunities.
For all posts we offer:
- Great professional development opportunities
- An excellent working environment
- A friendly and supportive learning environment
- Opportunities to innovate in an exciting period of change
West Lakes Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced check for Regulated Activity via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
How to Apply
All applications must be made on a WLA application form (available in the Vacancy Downloads section) for a specific vacancy. In line with Safer Recruitment guidance, we do not accept CV applications or speculative applications.Completed applications should be emailed to contactus@westlakesacademy.org.uk or by post to West Lakes Academy, Main St, Egremont, CA22 2DQ. Please note that for security and confidentiality reasons we can only accept applications via the above methods.
Vacancies
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Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, we only contact candidates who have been shortlisted, and interviews are usually held within 2 weeks of the closing date.Adult Education Tutors
Pilates (evenings); Art (evenings)
Salary: £21.06 per hour
West Lakes Academy Adult Education invites applications for the above vacancies to teach at the Academy starting September 2013. A teaching qualification is desirable. Tutors are employed on a fixed term contract. The courses are expected to be delivered at 2 hours per week, for 24 weeks, term time only, on dates to be mutually agreed. We are committed to providing a high quality range of part time courses for the community. If you are interested in joining us in September please contact: Lynn Close (centre manager) Telephone 01946 828860 or e-mail closel@westlakesacademy.org.uk for an initial discussion. Formal applications must be made on the academy application form.
Closing date: Friday 7 June 2013 at 12:00
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Publicity and Events Manager
25 Hours per week, some flexibility required due to the nature of the role. Term time only or full year working considered.
Salary: £18,278 - £19,348 pa (£27,052 - £28,636 pa fte) Corporate healthcare scheme
We seek a well-organised, imaginative professional with drive to take responsibility for creating and managing publicity, displays and events and generating positive promotional opportunities for the academy. It is essential that candidates can demonstrate: • an NVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification and at least 2 years senior experience in a school/business/office environment; • excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills; • a high level of ICT literacy; • the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy to demanding deadlines. Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
Closing date: Wednesday 29 May 2013 at 12:00
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TEMPORARY SENIOR TECHNICIAN – Performing Arts
10 hours per week, flexible times to include occasional evenings, term time only, until July 2014
Salary: SCP14–SCP17: £3,775-£4,041 pa (£15,725-£16,830 pa pro rata) Pay and Grading review pending
We seek a suitably experienced and qualified technician to operate and maintain our professional Theatre and Music equipment including sound, lighting, recording studio, camera, portable recording devices and video and AV editing; and undertake a range of other technical duties to support the Performing Arts curriculum. Applicants should have NVQ 3 or equivalent qualification or experience in a relevant discipline, and the skills to pro-actively support academy systems.
Closing date: Wednesday 29 May 2013 at 12:00
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