Vacancies

All posts in and around our schools in the Northern Star Academies Trust are posted below. Please do keep coming back to check any latest vacancies.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours expected at Northern Star Academies Trust.

Higher Level Teaching AssistantJob Type: Fixed term. Part-time. 31.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am until 3.30pm, term-time only plus 1 week.
Salary: NJC Grade G, scale point 13 - 18 £28,163 - £30,5959 FTE. Actual salary: £20,392 - £22,127

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Willow Tree Community Primary School is looking to appoint a confident, effective and highly motivated HLTA to work alongside our teaching team, supporting pupils in school. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the staff team with a passion for helping every child reach their potential. This is a part-time role working 31.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am until 3.30pm, term-time only plus 1 week.

Successful candidates will need to demonstrate kindness, care and patience, have a good sense of humour and be an excellent communicator. Resilience and a sense of responsibility in terms of providing the highest level of care and support for pupils and colleagues are essential. Good organisational skills and creativity to support the children are required.

You will be a creative individual, with a passion for primary education and child development. If you want to make a difference and are committed to improving life chances for children we look forward to hearing from you.

Apply here: Every Candidate Portal

Key dates:

Closing date:
Sunday, 1st December

Interviews:
11th /12th December

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General Teaching AssistantJob Type: Parental leave cover. Part-time. 26 hours per week. Term Time Only
Salary: NJC Grade C/D, scale point 3-6 £24,027 - £25,183 FTE. Actual salary £14,118 - £14,798.

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Description:

Willow Tree Community Primary School is looking to appoint a confident, effective and highly motivated General Teaching Assistant (including Midday Supervisor responsibilities) to work alongside our teaching team, supporting pupils in school. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the staff team with a passion for helping every child reach their potential. This is a part-time term time only post, working 26 hours per week: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8.30am until 3.30pm.

Successful candidates will need to demonstrate kindness, care and patience, have a good sense of humour and be an excellent communicator. Resilience and a sense of responsibility in terms of providing the highest level of care and support for pupils and colleagues are essential. Good organisational skills and creativity to support the children are required.

You will be a creative individual, with a passion for primary education and child development. If you want to make a difference and are committed to improving life chances for children, we look forward to hearing from you.

Apply here: Every Candidate Portal

Key dates:

Closing date:
Sunday, 1st December

Interviews:
11th/12th December

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Student Progress AssistantJob Type: Fixed term. Full-time.
Salary: NJC Grade E, SCP 6 to 8 £25,183 to £26,409 (FTE). Actual salary £21,085 to £22,083 per annum (pro-rata).

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Join our team as a Student Support Officer and make a real difference in students' lives! We’re looking for someone passionate about supporting young people’s well-being, academic progress, and personal development. In this role, you'll develop and implement pastoral strategies to meet students' diverse needs, provide crucial mental health support, and be a key link between school, families, and external agencies. This is a full-time, term-time only post on a fixed-term contract working Monday to Thursday 8.30am until 4.30pm and Friday 8.30am until 4pm.

With responsibilities that include providing one-on-one support for students facing emotional or behavioural challenges, coordinating with families, and working closely with external support agencies, you'll play a pivotal role in helping students overcome obstacles and thrive. If you're ready to create a positive impact and have a flexible, supportive approach, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply here: Every Candidate Portal

Key dates:

Closing date:
Sunday, 24th November

Interviews:
TBC

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Lunchtime Supervisor - Meadow Bank Community SchoolJob Type: Permanent. Part-time. Hours of work 8.75 hours per week, (11.30am -1.15pm Monday – Friday) Term Time only
Salary: NSAT NJC Grade A/B, scale point 2: £23,656 (Actual Salary: £4678)

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Description:

As a lunchtime supervisor you will:

  • Supervise the playground area, playing fields, cloakrooms and classrooms etc during the lunchtime break
  • Assist with the removal of food and equipment once pupils have eaten their lunch
  • Deal with minor first aid incidents; follow appropriate procedures for recording and reporting
  • Assist in the implementation of appropriate behaviour management strategies as required

Apply here: Every Candidate Portal

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Key dates:

Closing date:
Sunday, 1st December

Interviews:
TBC

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Teacher of Chemistry/Curriculum Leader of ChemistryJob Type: Parental Leave Cover. Part-time. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 8:50am until 3:40pm.
Salary: MPS/UPS (Plus TLR 2A for a Curriculum Lead)

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Description:

Northern Star Academies Trust seek to recruit the very best people to work across our Trust Partnership. This is an exciting opportunity for a well-qualified Chemistry teacher or Curriculum Leader to join our team on a fixed-term, part-time (0.8 FTE) basis to cover maternity leave (up to 12 months). The successful candidate will be expected to play a full part in the academic, pastoral and social life of the school, to act as personal tutor and to take part in the school's programme of professional development. We offer a fantastic environment for a talented colleague to excel at the cutting edge of Chemistry teaching.

You will be able to demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of teaching, learning and personalisation strategies and be responsible for maintaining the highest quality of monitoring and evaluating whilst improving the standard of achievement for all students. You will be confident in your abilities to teach effectively at all key stages and a specialism in Chemistry is essential. You will be adept in creating a supportive, encouraging and safe learning environment for students of all diverse backgrounds.

You will be able to demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of teaching, learning and personalisation strategies and be responsible for maintaining the highest quality of monitoring and evaluating whilst improving the standard of achievement for all students. You will be confident in your abilities to teach effectively at all key stages and a specialism in Chemistry is essential. You will be adept in creating a supportive, encouraging and safe learning environment for students of all diverse backgrounds.

Apply here: Every Candidate Portal

Key dates:

Closing date:
Sunday 8th December

Interviews:
TBC

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Teacher - Meadow Bank Community SchoolJob Type: Permanent. Full-time.
Salary: M1 - M6 £31,650 - £43,607

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Description:

Applicants for the teaching posts on offer will need:

  • Dedication to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils
  • High standards and expectations for all
  • To be progress driven and responsive to learner next step
  • A proven track record of impact in education and relevant experience
  • Imaginative approaches to learning
  • Commitment to teamwork
  • Positivity and proactivity
  • Passion about community engagement
  • Diligence
  • Excellent organisation skills
  • Flexibility
  • The skills to motivate, inspire and challenge others
  • Demonstrable leadership potential
  • High standards of professionalism and
  • A commitment to, and passion for working in, our school

Visits to school are highly recommended. Please contact Pam Kundi or Anna Khan (Business Managers) to book a time 01274 664661

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Key dates:

Closing date:
Sunday, 1st December

Interviews:
6th December

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TeacherJob Type: Full-Time. Fixed term.
Salary: MPS/UPS

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Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher who:

  • Holds a commitment to raising standards and providing a supportive learning environment for all pupils.
  • Has a proven ability to deliver engaging lessons that stimulate pupils’ intellectual curiosity and foster a love of learning.
  • Is able to assess and respond to individual learning needs, including for pupils with Special Educational Needs, ensuring inclusive and accessible education for all.
  • Demonstrates excellent communication skills and a willingness to engage with parents and the wider community to enhance the school experience for pupils.
  • Shows dedication to ongoing professional development and a readiness to contribute to the school’s goals and values.

Apply here: Every Candidate Portal

Key dates:

Closing date:
Sunday, 24th November

Interviews:
w/c 25th November

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Cleaner - Lapage Primary SchoolJob Type: Part-Time. 11 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3:00 - 5:15pm term time only
Salary: Grade A/B SCP2 (£23,656 FTE) Actual Salary £6636

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Description:

The main objective of this role is to work as part of a team under the direction of the Caretaker, to clean designated areas within the school premises and to ensure that they are kept in a safe and hygienic condition. For these posts candidates must have good spoken and written English, be able to read, understand and follow H&S procedures and to take part in required training to enhance their skills.

Duties will include:

To carry out cleaning duties within allocated timescales and to take a flexible approach in order to meet the school’s requirements. Duties will include (but not exhaustive):

  • General dusting of furniture, fixings and fittings
  • Dust control mopping/sweeping of floors
  • Vacuuming floors
  • Cleaning and polishing floors using electrical buffing machine, carpet shampooer
  • Damp/wet mopping of floors
  • Polishing furniture, cleaning internal glass
  • Cleaning of sanitary fittings
  • To use cleaning materials as instructed
  • Specialist cleaning (e.g. stripping & sealing of floors)
  • Emptying of all bins and putting the waste in the external bins, ready for collection.
  • Wiping surfaces, fixtures and fittings & paintwork
  • Store cleaning equipment and products safely and securely
  • To fulfil the necessary administrative tasks associated with the responsibilities of the post.

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Key dates:

Closing date:
Sunday 24th November

Interviews:
TBC

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CleanerJob Type: Part-Time. 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3.45pm until 6.45pm
Salary: NJC Grade A/B, scale point 2 £23,656. Actual salary: £8,424

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Description:

We are seeking to appoint reliable and trustworthy cleaners to carry out cleaning duties within allocated timescales, whilst taking a flexible approach to meet the school’s requirements. We have one permanent role and one fixed term role to cover maternity leave working 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday 3.45pm until 6.45pm. Alternative evening hours may be discussed for the right candidate.

Duties will include (but not exhaustive):

  • General dusting of furniture, fixings and fittings
  • Emptying waste bins
  • Wiping surfaces, fixtures, fittings & paintwork
  • Cleaning toilet areas
  • Dust control mopping / sweeping of floors
  • Vacuuming and carpet cleaning floors
  • Using cleaning materials as instructed

Apply here: Every Candidate Portal

Key dates:

Closing date:
Sunday, 24th November

Interviews:
TBC

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