Latest Vacancies
Details of current vacancies can be found in this section. We have a number of vacancies for Teachers, admin and support roles throughout our schools.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged - please telephone to arrange. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people therefore all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applications should be made using the Spiral Application form. It is our policy to consider applications as they arrive, we therefore recommend that applicants submit applications as soon as possible as a post may be filled before the closing date.
Training to be a Teacher with Spiral
We are now recruiting our 2021 cohort of trainees who will begin training in September 2021, qualify as teachers in June 2022 and be ready to teach their first class in September 2022. If you are interested in training to be a teacher find out more on our training and apprenticeship page.
We are particularly keen to recruit new teaching assistants who would like to train to be teachers at some time in the future. If you have a degree, and would like to be a teacher, a teaching assistant job could be the first step towards your new career.
NQT vacancies 2021
If you are interested in joining our NQT programme in September 2021 please register your interest using the 'contact us' menu option. Tell us what you are doing now, what opportunities you are looking for and leave your contact details - we'll contact you as soon as we have an appropriate opportunity for you.
1:1 Learning Support Assistant
Fleetville Infant and Nursery School
We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant in to support a child with additional needs for 30 hours per week (Mon-Fri 8.45am-3.15pm).
Our ideal candidates should be nurturing, ambitious and passionate about inspiring and supporting children to develop and learn. They must be able to use their own initiative, able to follow advice from professionals and have a good knowledge and understanding of behaviour management.
You will be part of a supportive, inspiring teaching team working with lively and enthusiastic children. We are keen to find a new member of staff who is as committed and ambitious as we are.
The successful candidates will be responsible for supporting the child’s learning across the curriculum as well as taking an active role within the school community.
You will work term time (38 weeks) plus five inset days and a minimum of two days to be worked during school holidays. This will be a fixed term contract as it is linked to funding while the child attends Fleetville Infant School.
Salary Spiral Partnership Support Staff Pay Scale
Employment type Part time
Pro-rata salary £13,493.00 - £13,493.00
Key stage Foundation, KS1
Contract type Fixed Term Contract
Closing date 24th Sep 2021 12:00 PM
Interview date 30th Sep 2021
Start date ASAP
Classroom Teaching Assistant
Fleetville Infant and Nursery School
We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant in Reception working 33.75 hours per week (Mon-Fri 8.30am-3.45pm )
Our ideal candidates should be nurturing, ambitious and passionate about inspiring and supporting children to play and learn.
You will be part of a supportive, inspiring teaching team working with lively and enthusiastic children. We are keen to find a new member of staff who is as committed and ambitious as we are.
The successful candidates will be responsible for supporting children’s learning across the curriculum and leading the whole class under the direction of the teacher for up to 3 hours per week.
As an Academy, we are able to offer generous new terms and conditions of employment to our support staff. This includes flexible leave options and excellent CPD opportunities. We recognise that our staff are our greatest asset and reflect that in the way we reward and invest in our staff.
You will work term time (38 weeks) plus five inset days and a minimum of two days to be worked during school holidays.
Salary £19,409 - £19,796
Spiral Partnership Support Staff Pay Scale
Employment type Full / part time
Pro-rata salary £16,259.00 - £16,998.00
Contract type Permanent
Closing date 24th Sep 2021 5:00 PM
Interview date 1st Oct 2021
Start date 1st Nov 2021
Midday Supervisory Assistants (Play Leaders)
Mount Pleasant Lane Primary School
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and caring person who relates well to children to work as a playleader/midday supervisory assistant (MSA) during the lunchtime period at our school (1.25 hours per day).
You will be working as part of a team, using your own initiative to engage with children.
Salary £17,931 - £18,289
SSPS1-2 pro-rated, term time only
Employment type Part time
Pro-rata salary £2,515.00 - £2,565.00
Contract type Permanent
Closing date 24th Sep 2021 5:00 PM
Interview date to be arranged
Start date As soon as possible
Admin Officer
Chaulden Junior School
Chaulden Junior School has a vacancy for a friendly, well-organised and efficient people person to fill the role of Admin Officer, joining our busy admin team as our first point of contact for the school. No two days are ever the same; but you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to children’s lives. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and professional individual, with the ability to provide a warm, friendly and efficient welcome to visitors and a high standard of administrative support to our school team. Successful applicants will possess excellent communication and ICT skills, with the ability to approach tasks with enthusiasm, energy, initiative and commitment. The position is 37 hours per week, term time (39 weeks including INSET days) + a minimum of two days to be worked during the holidays. The hours are 8.30 am to 4.30 pm with half an hour unpaid lunch break. There will be an earlier finish on one day. For the right candidate, there may be some flexibility with hours. Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Previous experience of working in a school is not essential for this role, but would be an advantage.
We are keen to find a new member of staff who is as committed and ambitious as we are.
You will have GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C or above.
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
For further details please read the attached documents.
Applications may be considered while the post is being advertised.
Applications will only be accepted on a Spiral Application Form. No CV
Salary £19,409 - £19,796
Spiral Support scale (SSPS 3)
Employment type Full time
Contract type Permanent
Closing date 27th Sep 2021 12:00 PM
Interview date 30th Sep 2021
Start date ASAP
After School Club Playworker
Spiral Faces at Fleetville Junior School
Working at one of our busy out of school clubs, the role of Play Leader would be organising and working with primary aged children years 5 and 6 with afterschool activities such as games, craft, sports etc. A light tea is also served and so some simple food preparation is required. The hours are Mon to Fri from 3pm to 6.15. We welcome applicants that can do all 5 days or single days, if preferred. We are open to applications from qualified applicants NVQ Level 3 and above. An interest and aptitude for working with young children is required.
This role is for 16.25 hours per week from 3.00pm to 6.15pm
Salary £19,409 - £19,796, H3
Employment type Part time
Pro-rata salary £19,409.00 - £19,409.00
Contract type Permanent
Closing date 30th Sep 2021 5:00 PM
Interview date W/C 4.10.21
Inclusion Teaching Assistant Early Years
Mount Pleasant Lane Primary School
Are you passionate about supporting young children to learn through play? Do you love singing, dancing and reading stories? We are looking for a calm, enthusiastic and resilient person to support a pupil in our Early Years Unit, 5 days per week from 8:45am to 3:15pm, term time (Spiral 40 weeks) - 30 hours per week. This is a temporary contract linked to a child and the contract will terminate when the child leaves the school or funding ceases, whichever is the sooner.
You will be welcomed into an excellent team of caring, professional people and would be given all necessary guidance and support. You will have a good standard of literacy and numeracy (GCSEs in English and maths at grade 4/grade C or above) - as part of the recruitment process you will be required to carry out a maths and literacy test. For full details please read the attached job description. To apply please complete the Spiral Partnership Trust application form in full. Please ensure you match your skills and experience to the requirements of the job description in your Personal Statement. CVs will not be considered.
Salary £18,655 - £19,409
Spiral Support Staff Pay Scale 3-5 pro rata
Employment type Part time
Pro-rata salary £13,228.00 - £13,762.00
Contract type Fixed Term Contract
Closing date 4th Oct 2021 5:00 PM
Interview date tbc
Start date September 2021
Do you have a skill or interest you would like to share with primary school children?
We deliver a wide range of exciting after-school activities and need leaders who want to share their passion with children, anything from
crosswords to cupcakes
sudoku to science experiments
music to maths
Latin, sports, maths, English, science and media skills are particularly welcome.
Short and long term opportunities available.
Further details and rates of pay are available on our website.
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