Vacancies

Invigilators

Employed on a casual basis
Pay scale range: SCP7 (£12.59/hr)

We are looking for exam invigilators, for the academic year, to join our rota to work on a casual basis, at most times during the year, for both internal and external exam periods.

Paperwork and filing skills are required, with the ability to follow precise instructions. We are looking for people with a flexible attitude, the ability to work as part of a team and people who have good attention to detail. Training will be given.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history and an online search will be conducted. This includes only information publicly available online. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

To apply, please complete the Support staff application form and send with a covering letter  (no more than 2 sides A4), addressed to Mrs J. Bell, to hr@elawnswood.co.uk or you can send an application form to Lawnswood School, Ring Road, West Park, Leeds LS16 5AG for the attention of Mrs J.Bell, Headteacher.

Closing date: Ongoing

Job Description

Person specification

Pastoral Support Worker

37 hours, Term Time plus 6 days
Payscale: Scale Point 7 - 11 (actual salary £22,117 - £23,574)
Required from: September 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highly skilled pastoral team. We are looking for a Pastoral Support Worker, who has the skills and desire to be part of our pastoral team. The successful candidate will have experience of working with and supporting young people and their families.

We need someone with enthusiasm, a ‘can do’ mentality, and an ability to build positive relationships. We will expect you to implement interventions and engage with young people, including those that are disaffected. This role affords the opportunity to work with a team of talented and dedicated colleagues.

Lawnswood School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative leadership team that’s passionate about the progress and development of every student.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The details of the DBS Code of Conduct can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.

Please send your completed application with a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) to Mrs J Bell, Headteacher by email to our HR Administrator to hr@elawnswood.co.uk or by post to Lawnswood School, Ring Road, West Park, Leeds, LS16 5AG.

Closing date: Monday 16 June 2025

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Teacher of Physical Education and Health & Social Care

Full-time, permanent
Payscale: MPS/UPS
Required from: September 2025 or January 2026

We are looking for a talented and ambitions teacher to join our team. The successful candidate joins the school at an exciting time as the school has recently secured another “good” grading with Ofsted and is a thriving community. The successful candidate will have experience of delivering the Physical Education and Health & Social Care curricula.

We need someone with enthusiasm, a ‘can do’ mentality, an ability to inspire others and translate a vision into reality. The person should be flexible in their approach, willing to learn and be capable of implementing broad and balanced curriculum. We will expect you to contribute to the design and implementation of the curriculum, including standards and outcomes; teaching and learning and student engagement.

A significant part of the role will be the extra-curricular offering, and the ability to offer a wide range of sports would be advantageous. The successful candidate will have experience of delivering the Health & Social Care curriculum at both KS4 and KS5.

Lawnswood School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative leadership team that’s passionate about the progress and development of every student. This role affords the opportunity to work with a team of talented and dedicated colleagues who are making a significant difference to the lives of young people daily.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and actively promote diversity in our workforce, in line with the vibrant population of Leeds.

Please send your completed application with a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) to Mrs J Bell, Headteacher by email to our HR Administrator to hr@elawnswood.co.uk or by post to Lawnswood School, Ring Road, West Park, Leeds, LS16 5AG.

Closing date: Monday 23 June 2025

Job Description

Person Specification

Second in PE

Full-time, permanent
Payscale: MPS/UPS + TLR2A
Required from: September 2025 or January 2025

We are looking for a Teacher of Physical Education with talent, ambition, and the desire to be part of our PE faculty. The successful candidate joins the school at an exciting time as the school has recently secured another “good” grading with Ofsted and is a thriving community. The successful candidate will have experience of delivering the Physical Education curriculum.

We are looking for a someone who is forward thinking, has both enthusiasm, and a ‘can do’ mentality, and will demonstrate the highest of standards daily. We will expect you to contribute to the design and delivery of the Physical Education curriculum, including standards and outcomes, teaching and learning, and student engagement. This role affords the opportunity to work with a team of talented and dedicated colleagues who are making a significant difference to the lives of young people daily. The person should be flexible in their approach, willing to learn and be capable of implementing a broad and balanced Physical Education curriculum. A significant part of the role will be the extra-curricula offering, the ability to offer a wide range of sports would be advantageous.

Lawnswood School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative leadership team that’s passionate about the progress and development of every student.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and actively promote diversity in our workforce, in line with the vibrant population of Leeds.

To apply:

Please download the job description and person specification, and submit your completed application form along with a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) addressed to Mrs J Bell, Headteacher. Applications should be sent by email to Jennie Hill, PA to the Headteacher, at hr@elawnswood.co.uk, or by post to Lawnswood School, Ring Road, West Park, Leeds LS16 5AG.

Closing date: Monday 23 June 2025 at 9am

Job Description

Person Specification

Teacher of Health and Social Care

The role is full-time and permanent
Payscale: MPS/UPS
Required from: September

We are looking for a Teacher of Health and Social Care with talent, ambition, and the desire to be part of our Social Sciences faculty. The successful candidate joins the school at an exciting time as the Health and Social Care department is continuing to grow in both key stage four and key stage five.

The successful candidate will have experience of delivering the Health and Social Care curriculum at both KS4 and KS5.

We need someone with enthusiasm, a ‘can do’ mentality, an ability to inspire others and translate a vision into reality. We will expect you to contribute to the design and delivery of the Health and Social Care curriculum, including standards and outcomes; teaching and learning and student engagement.

Lawnswood School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative leadership team that’s passionate about the progress and development of every student.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and actively promote diversity in our workforce, in line with the vibrant population of Leeds.

To apply:
Please download the job description and person specification, and submit your completed application form along with a covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) addressed to Mrs J Bell, Headteacher. Applications should be sent by email to Jennie Hill, PA to the Headteacher, at hr@elawnswood.co.uk, or by post to Lawnswood School, Ring Road, West Park, Leeds LS16 5AG.

Closing date: Monday 23 June 2025 at 9am

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Person Specification