Employment Opportunities
Exam Invigilator
We are seeking highly motivated, flexible and enthusiastic individuals for exam invigilation ensuring the integrity and smooth running of internal and public examinations.
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
HR will undertake a public online search of all shortlisted candidates.
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Northern Schools Trust Vacancies
Vice Principal (Behaviour, Attendance and Safeguarding)
Full time, permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Northern Schools Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional candidate to the role of Vice Principal (Behaviour, Attendance and Safeguarding) at Gateacre School.
The Vice Principal (Behaviour, Attendance and Safeguarding) has overall responsibility for all aspects of student conduct and welfare at Gateacre School. The role involves direct responsibility for behaviour, attendance and safeguarding as well as the line management of heads of year and members of the support team.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Vice Principal (Behaviour, Attendance and Safeguarding) is responsible for overseeing the effective running of the school and ensuring that the highest standards of conduct are maintained at all times. The Vice Principal (Behaviour, Attendance and Safeguarding) reports directly to the Principal, and deputises for him/her as required.
The role will suit a talented, experienced and passionate senior leader who has recent experience of school-wide leadership, who is deeply committed to the trust’s vision for education and who can demonstrate substantial impact in their current role.
Before applying, interested candidates are encouraged to learn more about the trust and the school by visiting their websites and to read Gateacre School’s most recent Ofsted Report.
The Chief Education Officer is keen to talk informally and confidentially with interested candidates via the telephone or MS Teams and visits to the school are welcomed. Either can be arranged by contacting Corinne Gerrard, Personal Assistant to the CEO, at c.gerrard@northernschoolstrust.co.uk.
The application process is as follows:
Closing date: Monday 24th February 2025 – 11AM
School visit: Monday 10th February 2025
Panel interview: Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th March 2025
Northern Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Northern Schools Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from men and women of all ages from any background and from candidates with disabilities.
Competitive remuneration, commensurate with the importance of the role and the experience of the successful candidate, will be offered.
Cover and SIMS/Data Manager
We are seeking to appoint an innovative data driven candidate to manage the MIS system, co-ordinate the daily cover requirements for the school and work alongside Senior Leaders in planning and constructing the academic timetable.
The successful candidate will also train new and existing staff on SIMS providing updates as and when required and will also be responsible for data returns.
Schools within Northern Schools Trust are committed to providing the very best educational environment and professional development programmes for all our staff. We invite you to consider joining our highly enthusiastic and dedicated staff.
As a member staff at Northern Schools Trust we offer fantastic opportunities for staff to develop their careers within the context of a group of exceptional schools.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
HR will undertake a public online search of all shortlisted candidates.
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Northern Schools Trust Vacancies
Attendance Officer
We are seeking to appoint an experienced Attendance Officer to track student attendance, identify areas of concern and take appropriate action in order to improve individual and whole school attendance.
The successful applicant will have experience of working with attendance and data and will liaise with the Local Education Authority Education Welfare Officer, inclusion team, staff and parents.
Carrying out home visits to ascertain reasons for non-attendance and help break down barriers.
Promoting positive attendance through rewards and also attendance challenges whilst also working with Year Leaders and Progress Leaders in ensuring that at risk students attend for exams.
As a member of the Northern Schools Trust, Gateacre School offers fantastic opportunities for staff to develop their careers within the context of a group of exceptional schools.
This Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
HR will undertake a public online search of all shortlisted candidates.
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Learning Support Assistant
We are seeking highly motivated, flexible and enthusiastic individuals to provide learning support for students with a range of needs. You will provide individualised and sensitive support both in and outside of class.
Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to form trusting and effective relationships with both students and staff.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
HR will undertake a public online search of all shortlisted candidates.
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Northern Schools Trust Vacancies
Teacher of English
Start date: September 2025
Full time
Salary: MPS/UPS
Closing date: 28 February 2025
We are seeking to appoint an excellent practitioner to join an excellent team that has a great balance of experience within it. The successful applicant will join a passionate, knowledgeable, and committed group of teachers.
The successful candidate will share our commitment of an inclusive and ambitious curriculum for all, ensuring students are engaged, motivated and take pride in their achievements. They will be committed to establishing a strong classroom culture where every pupil can learn and make outstanding progress.
This role would be suitable for both an ECT (1 & 2) and experienced practitioner.
Gateacre School is an exciting and dynamic, 11-18 comprehensive School with over 1300 students on roll that is on a trajectory towards becoming an outstanding school. The school has renewed and high behavioural expectations of pupils. Results are improving year-on-year, and this year is expected to be the best set of results in the history of the school.
Gateacre School is committed to providing the very best educational environment and professional development programmes for all its staff. We invite you to consider joining our knowledgeable and dedicated staff.
The department is a large team of 14 full time members of staff with a Head of Department as well as an Assistant Head of Department
The school is a popular first choice for parents and their children in the community
The role has a staff well-being and benefits package
Excellent pay and conditions, along with Trust-funded opportunities for both CPD.
As a member of the Northern Schools Trust, Gateacre School offers fantastic opportunities for staff to develop their careers within the context of a group of exceptional schools.
This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Owing to new KCSIE changes, HR may undertake a public online search of all shortlisted candidates.
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Site Manager
Start date ASAP
37 hours per week – all year round
Salary NJC 23 £33,366
We are looking to hire an experienced Site Manager to be a hands-on member of the facilities team. The successful candidate will manage a team of site operatives and cleaners, and ensure that the School site is managed effectively and efficiently in accordance with agreed practices and procedures.
They will work under the direction of the Trust’s Director of Facilities and ensure that the site is a clean and safe place for all students and staff.
Candidates should hold a full driving license and be skilled in an appropriate trade.
As a member of the Northern Schools Trust, Gateacre offers fantastic opportunities for staff to develop their careers within the context of a group of exceptional schools.
This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
In line with the changes made with KCSIE guidelines, HR may carry out an online search on all shortlisted candidates to ensure their suitability for the role.
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