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<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4971/Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_SEND_Classroom_Teacher.pdf" target="_blank">Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_SEND_Classroom_Teacher</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4972/Application_Form_SEND_Classroom_Teacher.docx" target="_blank">Application_Form_SEND_Classroom_Teacher</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4973/Abbey_School_benefits_flyer__1_.pdf" target="_blank">Abbey_School_benefits_flyer__1_</a></li>
</ul>

How to Apply If you feel like you have the right qualities to join our exciting, innovative and exceptional school then please complete the school application form with a letter addressed to the Deputy Principal, Ms Kelly Holloway. Please ensure that you provide details of your skills and experience necessary for this particular position in your letter or personal statement.
Application forms and letters can be emailed to <a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com" target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a> or sent by post to Abbey School, 12 Abbey Square, Chester, CH1 2HU
Deadline for applications: 9am on Friday 9th January 2026




We are looking for a fixed term classroom teacher to join is as soon as possible

This position is not suitable for ECTs.


This is a fixed term contract until July 17th initially, with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.

Deadline for applications: 9am Friday 9th&nbsp;January


Shortlisting: 9th&nbsp;January


Interviews: week beginning 12th&nbsp;January


Bring your teaching experience working with children and young people with complex needs, or apply transferable skills from related fields, to make a meaningful impact in this role.
Role purpose:
<ul>
<li>Planning, preparing and delivering learning activities to enable children and young people to enjoy learning, make progress and experience a sense of wellbeing.</li>
<li>Creating a positive learning environment, reflective of the school’s culture and ethos as set out in its curriculum purpose statement.</li>
<li>Leading a class team to provide outstanding teaching and learning for all children and young people.</li>
<li>Assessing, recording and reporting progress for children and young people within the class.</li>
<li>Preparing for and contributing to Person Centred Reviews.</li>
<li>Working in partnership with parents, colleagues and other professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.</li>
</ul>
We are looking for people with:
<ul>
<li>Experience of supporting children and young people with complex needs, or transferrable skills from similar fields.</li>
<li>A strong level of resilience.</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs.</li>
</ul>
For further information please download our recruitment pack below which contains details of the job description and person specification.
Why join Abbey School?
Join Something Exceptional:&nbsp;Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.
State-of-the-Art Resources:&nbsp;Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.
Professional Development:&nbsp;Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.
Inspiring Location:&nbsp;Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
Additional Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Paid holidays - Learning Mentors are not required to work when the school is closed over half terms, Easter, Christmas, and summer holidays - the annual salary is split between 12 months and paid monthly.</li>
<li>Competitive salary.</li>
<li>Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme.</li>
<li>Technology appropriate for your job.</li>
<li>Comprehensive staff training programme.</li>
<li>Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.</li>
<li>Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits.</li>
<li>The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others.</li>
</ul>
For further information please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor" target="_blank">https://www.abbeyschool.com/recruitment/</a>&nbsp;


<h2>How to apply</h2>
Please send your fully completed application form for the attention of Ms Kelly Holloway (Deputy Principal)<a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com." target="_blank"> recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a> by the deadline of 9am 9th January 2026
The School will complete an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If any incidents or issues have happened that are publicly available online, the school may wish to explore this at interview.
Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Child safer recruitment procedures operate and the post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list checks.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’ unless ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marriage/civil partnerships, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.

SEND Classroom Teacher

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4935/Kingsbourne_Head_job_pack_.pdf" target="_blank">Kingsbourne_Head_job_pack_</a></li>
</ul>

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Claire Booth at <a href="mailto:cbooth@nwatrust.co.uk" target="_blank">cbooth@nwatrust.co.uk</a>
All applications should be returned to Claire Booth by the closing date of the 21st of January 2026, an application form can also be obtained by following this additional link <a href="https://northwestacademiestrust.co.uk/job-vacancies/" target="_blank">https://northwestacademiestrust.co.uk/job-vacancies/</a>



Kingsbourne&nbsp;Academy Head&nbsp;of School&nbsp;
Kingsbourne&nbsp;Academy will be the first new school to&nbsp;be&nbsp;built&nbsp;in Cheshire East since the local authority was formed in 2009, marking a significant moment for the growing Nantwich community.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Opening in September 2026, the school will welcome its very first cohort of Reception pupils, with a planned year-on-year expansion as demand for primary places continues to rise. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a brand-new school with no legacy issues, no inherited culture, and the freedom to shape everything from the ground up.&nbsp;
The&nbsp;state-of-the-art&nbsp;new building has been designed to create an inspiring, modern learning environment, with light, flexible spaces and excellent outdoor areas that support imaginative play,&nbsp;exploration&nbsp;and the highest standards of teaching. As the school grows year on year, you will have the opportunity to shape how these facilities evolve to meet the needs of future pupils.&nbsp;
This is a unique chance to grow a school, its&nbsp;ethos&nbsp;and its community from its very foundations.&nbsp;
Job overview&nbsp;
Opening a&nbsp;brand-new&nbsp;school is a rare and exceptional leadership opportunity. Are you an individual who has a vision for teaching excellence, and understands how important the right curriculum is to inspire children to learn? If so,&nbsp;Kingsbourne&nbsp;Academy is the school for you!&nbsp;&nbsp;
We want our new Head of School to see and create opportunity, think differently, innovate and have kindness at their heart for all children. We are looking for an inspiring, ambitious child centred Head of School to help&nbsp;establish&nbsp;and lead our&nbsp;brand-new&nbsp;Academy. This role includes a small teaching commitment across the week, ensuring you&nbsp;remain&nbsp;closely connected&nbsp;to the classroom while shaping the strategic and cultural direction of our school. We are looking to appoint an outstanding school leader to start in April 2026 or as soon as possible after that date.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our mission is to equip every pupil with all necessary skills for their onward journey, having loved their time at our school.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As part of&nbsp;a highly successful&nbsp;trust, you will&nbsp;benefit&nbsp;from exceptional support, coaching and professional development.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Whether you are seeking your first headship or looking for a new challenge, we would be delighted to hear from you.&nbsp;
About Us&nbsp;
At&nbsp;the&nbsp;North West&nbsp;Academies Trust we believe that an aspirational and inspirational education is the right of every child. Our success is driven by a commitment to&nbsp;relentlessly&nbsp;work to improve standards and outcomes for our pupils. As specialists in providing high-quality education, we are passionate about supporting schools within their communities and helping to ensure outstanding learning opportunities for every child.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As part of NWAT we believe that the best possible education can only be provided if children are happy,&nbsp;well-fed&nbsp;and well-cared for. We understand that children learn best through experiences and that skills should be learned through fun,&nbsp;excitement&nbsp;and challenges. Residentials, swimming, inter-school sports and special&nbsp;days out&nbsp;take pride&nbsp;of&nbsp;place on&nbsp;all of&nbsp;the Trust school calendars.&nbsp;&nbsp;
We believe our schools should inspire excellence, offering world-class, safe environments where both students and staff can thrive in and out of the classrooms.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Provide professional leadership for the school, inspiring a love of learning.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Lead by example to ensure a&nbsp;high quality&nbsp;education for all pupils.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Deliver inspiring and purposeful leadership for the staff and pupils.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Work with the local governing body,&nbsp;staff&nbsp;and parents to secure continuous school improvement consistent with the ethos,&nbsp;values&nbsp;and&nbsp;objectives&nbsp;of the Trust.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ensure that all those involved in the school are committed to its aims and motivated to achieve them&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Manage and organise the school building efficiently and effectively to ensure it meets the needs of the curriculum, community use and health and safety regulations.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Work with colleagues to develop staff&nbsp;in order to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;and improve the quality of education provided at the school.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Promote extra-curricular activities&nbsp;in accordance with&nbsp;the educational aims of the school&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Manage,&nbsp;monitor&nbsp;and review the range, quality and use of all available resources&nbsp;in order to&nbsp;improve the quality of education, ensure efficiency and secure value for money.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Promote an environment which secures good teaching, effective learning,&nbsp;high standards&nbsp;of achievement and good behaviour.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Carefully&nbsp;monitor&nbsp;and evaluate the quality of teaching, learning and standards of achievement.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Develop and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;effective links with parents and the wider community to extend the curriculum and support pupils’ achievement and personal development.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ensure clear delegation of responsibilities and tasks, consistent with employment conditions.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Promote and&nbsp;monitor&nbsp;professional development, including the induction of newly qualified staff.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Build&nbsp;a&nbsp;good working relationship with trustees, governors, staff, pupils, parents/&nbsp;carers&nbsp;and the community. Foster an environment in which all staff understand they are accountable for the success of the school.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ensure that parents/carers and pupils are well informed about the curriculum,&nbsp;attainment&nbsp;and progress.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Present&nbsp;an accurate&nbsp;and coherent account of the school’s performance, suitable for a range of audiences, including governors, the Trust, the community,&nbsp;OFSTED&nbsp;and others, to enable them to play their part effectively.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Carry out any duties as reasonably expected of the Head of School.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
PERSON SPECIFICATION&nbsp;
Qualifications&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Qualified teacher status.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Evidence of continuous professional development.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>National professional qualification for Headship (NPQH) or equivalent (clearly&nbsp;stated)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Skills &amp; Knowledge&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Data analysis skills, and the ability to use data to set targets and&nbsp;identify&nbsp;areas for improvement.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strategic use of data.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Understanding of&nbsp;high-quality&nbsp;teaching, and the ability to model this for others and support others to improve.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Evidence of leading quality of teaching and learning.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to manage financial resources.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to communicate a vision and inspire others.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Experience&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Successful senior leadership and management experience in a school.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Teaching experience.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>As above – leading SEF and planning.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience of successful line management and staff development.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Evidence of change and/or project management.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strong relationship skills, with clear understanding of how to work with all school partners.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
We can offer you…&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>A rare and exciting opportunity to lead and shape a&nbsp;brand-new&nbsp;school from its very foundations, with the freedom to&nbsp;establish&nbsp;a strong ethos,&nbsp;culture&nbsp;and vision from day one.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Comprehensive support from a committed governing body and wider trust, ensuring you have everything you need to deliver an excellent,&nbsp;rewarding&nbsp;and impactful education to our pupils.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>The chance to grow professionally while developing a stimulating,&nbsp;state-of-the-art&nbsp;learning environment that evolves alongside the school and its community.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>The opportunity to build and lead a passionate,&nbsp;forward-thinking&nbsp;team of teachers and support staff who are united in their commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>The benefit of joining a collaborative and supportive network of experienced headteachers who are generous with their time,&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;and&nbsp;expertise&nbsp;and who value shared learning and professional dialogue.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>An engaged and supportive parent community, excited about the opening of the new school and the opportunities that come from being part of&nbsp;a highly successful&nbsp;trust.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Local&nbsp;trust&nbsp;schools that are keen to&nbsp;play&nbsp;an active role in school life to strengthen relationships and help build&nbsp;a strong sense&nbsp;of belonging as the school grows.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Kingsbourne&nbsp;School Visits:&nbsp;As&nbsp;Kingsbourne&nbsp;Academy is still in&nbsp;its&nbsp;building&nbsp;phase,&nbsp;prospective&nbsp;candidates&nbsp;are invited to visit St Martin’s Academy,&nbsp;Chester&nbsp;between 7th-14th&nbsp;January. Please register your interest for a visit by emailing&nbsp;<a href="mailto:admin@kingsbourneacademy.org.uk" target="_blank">admin@kingsbourneacademy.org.uk.</a>

Head of School

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4775/Teaching_Assistant__Temporary__-_Application_Pack_-_Jan_2026.pdf" target="_blank">Teaching_Assistant__Temporary__-_Application_Pack_-_Jan_2026</a></li>
</ul>

Please go to the Vacancies section of our school website, and apply via My New Term.



An exciting opportunity is available for the right candidate to join our busy support team. The post holder will assist in supporting students with any special educational needs to achieve their best at Christleton High School. To succeed, you will be student-focused, able to communicate with a diverse range of people, act with pace and passion and thrive on working as part of a highly-successful team. Training and mentoring will be provided as part of the induction process.
We believe that Christleton is a great place to work. Results and facilities are excellent, the students are well motivated and the school is situated in lovely surroundings. We try to live by the maxim “Happy, Hardworking and Caring” and expect that all staff should be a role model for these three characteristics.
For an application form and full information about the position, please visit the ‘Vacancies’ page on Christleton High School’s website: <a href="https://www.christletonhigh.co.uk/vacancies/" target="_blank">https://www.christletonhigh.co.uk/vacancies/</a> and apply through MyNewTerm. The deadline for receipt of applications is 9.00am on Wednesday 14th January 2026. Interviews will take place w/c 19th January 2026.

Teaching Assistant Grade 4

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/4213/Exam_Invigilator_2026_-_Information_Pack.pdf" target="_blank">Exam_Invigilator_2026_-_Information_Pack</a></li>
</ul>

To apply for this post, please follow the link below to our website’s vacancies page, then click on ‘Apply Now’ in the MyNewTerm section:
 <a href="https://www.qphs.co.uk/page/?title=Vacancies&amp;pid=19" target="_blank">https://www.qphs.co.uk/page/?title=Vacancies&amp;pid=19</a>
 If you have any recruitment queries, please contact: <a href="mailto:tltrecruitment@tltrust.co.uk" target="_blank">tltrecruitment@tltrust.co.uk</a>
 Interviews will take place: w/c Monday 26th January 2026



Casual post required to start as soon as possible&nbsp; The role would suit applicants who prefer to work flexible daytime hours during term time Salary: Grade 3 SCP 4 £25,185.00 full-time equivalent (equivalent to £13.05 per hour)&nbsp; Closing Date: 9am Monday 19th January 2026, interviews w/c 26th January 2026
If you need more information please contact 01244 735616.

Exam Invigilators

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/3255/Information_Pack_-_Teacher_of_IT_and_Computer_Science_2026.pdf" target="_blank">Information_Pack_-_Teacher_of_IT_and_Computer_Science_2026</a></li>
</ul>

To apply for this post, please follow the link below to our website’s vacancies page, then click on ‘Apply Now’ in the MyNewTerm section:
 <a href="https://www.qphs.co.uk/page/?title=Vacancies&amp;pid=19" target="_blank">https://www.qphs.co.uk/page/?title=Vacancies&amp;pid=19</a>
 If you have any recruitment queries, please contact: <a href="mailto:tltrecruitment@tltrust.co.uk" target="_blank">tltrecruitment@tltrust.co.uk</a> Interviews will take place: w/c Monday 26th January 2026



Queen's Park High School Teacher of IT and Computer Science Full-time, permanent contract Start Date: ASAP (date negotiable for the right candidate including a September 2026 start) Salary: MPS - UPS (TLR available for the right candidate) Closing Date: 9am on Wednesday 21st January 2026
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and innovative Teacher of IT and Computer Science to join our successful and hardworking Ebacc team at Queen’s Park High School. This post is suitable for both early-career teachers (NQTs) or colleagues seeking to develop their skills further, within a culture of high expectation and strong professional support.
Queen’s Park High School is a smaller than average 11-18 comprehensive school beautifully situated, close to the heart of the historic city of Chester. In April 2017, the school converted to become an academy within The Learning Trust, working in close partnership with Christleton High School, Chester International School and Belgrave Primary School. Our school vision is ‘Inspiring Individuals, Empowering Minds, Defining Futures’ and we strive constantly to improve the quality of our students’ classroom experiences in the pursuit of outstanding learning.
There is a strong ethos of teamwork, sharing of good practice and a commitment to providing the best opportunities to ensure the success of our students at all levels across the school.
For more information please contact - <a href="mailto:tltrecruitment@tltrust.co.uk" target="_blank">tltrecruitment@tltrust.co.uk</a>.

Teacher of Computer Science and ICT

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1548/BENEFITS.pdf" target="_blank">BENEFITS</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1549/Application-Form-Learning-Mentor.docx" target="_blank">Application-Form-Learning-Mentor</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1550/Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_Learning_Mentor.pdf" target="_blank">Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_Learning_Mentor</a></li>
</ul>

Please send your fully completed application form to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com." target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a>.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so apply today!
For additional information please see&nbsp;<a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/recruitment" target="_blank">https://www.abbeyschool.com/recruitment/</a>
The School will complete an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If any incidents or issues have happened that are publicly available online, the school may wish to explore this at interview.
Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Child safer recruitment procedures operate and the post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list checks.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’ unless ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marriage/civil partnerships, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.



About the post
As a Learning Mentor (SEND School Teaching Assistant), your work will be instrumental in helping these young people achieve their full potential and overcome challenges in their educational journey.
Bring your experience working with children and young people with complex needs, or apply transferable skills from related fields, to make a meaningful impact in this role.
What you will do:
<ul>
<li>Play a key role in providing tailored support to pupils with special educational needs throughout all aspects of the school day</li>
<li>Work with pupils both individually and in small groups supporting them to overcome barriers to learning, delivering teaching, providing positive behaviour support and delivering other focused interventions.</li>
<li>Work as part of a class team, under the direction of the class teacher and trans-disciplinary colleagues, to deliver effective and appropriate teaching, learning and behaviour support in all areas of school life</li>
<li>Monitor and track progress, providing regular feedback as needed</li>
<li>Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment</li>
</ul>
We are looking for people with:
<ul>
<li>Experience of supporting children and young people with complex needs, or transferrable skills from similar fields</li>
<li>A strong level of resilience</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team</li>
<li>A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs</li>
</ul>
For further information please download our recruitment pack below which contains details of the job description and person specification.
Why join Abbey School?
Join Something Exceptional: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.
State-of-the-Art Resources: Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.
Professional Development: Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.
Inspiring Location: Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
Additional Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Paid holidays - Learning Mentors are not required to work when the school is closed over half terms, Easter, Christmas, and summer holidays - the annual salary is split between 12 months and paid monthly.</li>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme</li>
<li>Technology appropriate for your job</li>
<li>Comprehensive staff training programme</li>
<li>Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.</li>
<li>Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits</li>
<li>The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others</li>
</ul>
For further information please visit <a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor" target="_blank">https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor/</a>
<a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor" target="_blank">ning-mentor/</a>

SEND School Teaching Assistant

<ul><li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1542/Application-Form-Learning-Mentor__1_.docx" target="_blank">Application-Form-Learning-Mentor__1_</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0077/1544/Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_Learning_Mentor.pdf" target="_blank">Abbey_School_Recruitment_Pack_-_Learning_Mentor</a></li>
</ul>

Please send your fully completed application form to <a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com." target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a>.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so apply today!
For additional information please see <a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/recruitment" target="_blank">https://www.abbeyschool.com/recruitment/</a>
The School will complete an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If any incidents or issues have happened that are publicly available online, the school may wish to explore this at interview.
Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Child safer recruitment procedures operate and the post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list checks.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’ unless ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marriage/civil partnerships, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.



Bring your experience working with children and young people with complex needs, or apply transferable skills from related fields, to make a meaningful impact in this role.
What you will do:
<ul>
<li>Play a key role in providing tailored support to pupils with special educational needs throughout all aspects of the school day.</li>
<li>Work with pupils both individually and in small groups supporting them to overcome barriers to learning, delivering teaching, providing positive behaviour support and delivering other focused interventions.</li>
<li>Work as part of a class team, under the direction of the class teacher and trans-disciplinary colleagues, to deliver effective and appropriate teaching, learning and behaviour support in all areas of school life.</li>
<li>Monitor and track progress, providing regular feedback as needed.</li>
<li>Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.</li>
</ul>
We are looking for people with:
<ul>
<li>Experience of supporting children and young people with complex needs, or transferrable skills from similar fields.</li>
<li>A strong level of resilience.</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs.</li>
</ul>
For further information please download our recruitment pack below which contains details of the job description and person specification.
Why join Abbey School?
Join Something Exceptional: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.
State-of-the-Art Resources: Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.
Professional Development: Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.
Inspiring Location: Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
Additional Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Paid holidays - Learning Mentors are not required to work when the school is closed over half terms, Easter, Christmas, and summer holidays - the annual salary is split between 12 months and paid monthly.</li>
<li>Competitive salary.</li>
<li>Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme.</li>
<li>Technology appropriate for your job.</li>
<li>Comprehensive staff training programme.</li>
<li>Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.</li>
<li>Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits.</li>
<li>The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others.</li>
</ul>
For further information please visit <a href="https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor" target="_blank">https://www.abbeyschool.com/learning-mentor/</a> or email send us an email at <a href="mailto:office@abbeyschool.com" target="_blank">office@abbeyschool.com</a>

Learning Mentor

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If you believe you have the right qualities to join our innovative and remarkable school as a Speech and Language Therapist, we invite you to complete a school application form, available to download above. Completed application forms should be sent to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@abbeyschool.com" target="_blank">recruitment@abbeyschool.com</a> with a covering letter addressed to:
<ul>
<li>Mrs J Thomas- Allied Health Professions Lead</li>
</ul>
Alternatively, application forms with covering letters can be sent by post to Abbey School, 12 Abbey Square, Chester, CH1 2HU. Please be advised that we only accept fully completed application forms.
Additional notes
The School will complete an online search for all shortlisted candidates. If any incidents or issues have happened that are publicly available online, the school may wish to explore this at interview.
Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of all pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Child safer recruitment procedures operate and the post is subject to references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with barred list checks.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are ‘spent’ unless ‘protected’ under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, pregnancy and maternity, marriage/civil partnerships, religion/belief, or sexual orientation.



Are you a qualified Speech and Language Therapist passionate about empowering children and young people with SEND? If you’re motivated by making a meaningful impact and align with our vision and values, we’d love to hear from you.
Speech and language therapy support for all classes is an integral part of the Abbey School model and part of meeting our values of:
<ul>
<li>Belonging and connection</li>
<li>Autonomy and control</li>
<li>Gifts and talent</li>
<li>Speaking, listening and a sense of self</li>
</ul>
About the role:
<ul>
<li>Onsite, full-time during the school year (39 weeks, and no travelling between different sites)</li>
<li>Permanent contract</li>
<li>Start Date: January 2026</li>
<li>Salary: £36,445 - £43,959 (points 28-35 on the Abbey School Professional Pay Scale). Salary is dependent on qualification and number of years post qualification experience.</li>
<li>Salary is not pro-rata – although onsite hours are term time only, salary is split evenly across 12 months and paid the same every month.</li>
<li>You will work within our trans disciplinary team of Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Behaviour Analysts</li>
<li>Small caseload – you will be responsible for a small number of classes with 6-7 pupils per class. You will work closely with the class-based staff and other onsite professionals in a pupil centred model.</li>
<li>Hands on - you will see your classes every week and&nbsp;maintain continual support of pupils in your caseload across the school year&nbsp;without pressure to discharge</li>
<li>Please note&nbsp;this role is not suitable for newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists</li>
</ul>
Key responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Deliver specialised speech, language, and communication support to children and young people (aged 4-19) with complex autism, learning difficulties, and behaviours that challenge, within a school setting. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure every pupil's needs are understood, accurately planned for, and closely monitored.</li>
<li>Empower teaching staff with expert advice to support pupils' communication development, driving the best possible outcomes for children and young people.</li>
<li>Provide both direct and indirect therapy to individuals and groups of pupils, ensuring tailored care and support.</li>
</ul>
If you’re ready to make a profound impact, download our recruitment pack for a full job description and person specification. The ideal candidate will meet the essential criteria listed.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative team – contact us today!
If you would like an informal chat about the job role, or a tour of the school to find out more, then please call the main school office to arrange this.
Why join Abbey School?
Join Something Exceptional:&nbsp;Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive, innovative environment dedicated to delivering pupil-centred care.
State-of-the-Art Resources:&nbsp;Join our team and benefit from cutting-edge facilities to support our pupils, and innovative tools designed to support and enhance your professional growth.
Professional Development:&nbsp;Benefit from specialised training in supporting pupils with autism and complex needs, along with ongoing CPD opportunities to propel your career forward.
Inspiring Location:&nbsp;Discover the unique quality of life in Chester, where a vibrant cultural scene meets rich history, scenic beauty, and a thriving economic hub. Chester offers professionals an idyllic setting to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle
Additional Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary</li>
<li>Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme</li>
<li>Technology appropriate for your job</li>
<li>Comprehensive staff training programme</li>
<li>Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.</li>
<li>Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits</li>
<li>Refer-a-friend bonus scheme&nbsp;</li>
<li>The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others</li>
</ul>
For further information regarding this role, please contact <a href="mailto:office@abbeyschool.com" target="_blank">office@abbeyschool.com</a>.

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