Vacancies Within Our Trust

Teaching Assistant (Level 3)
Working Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time only
Base: St Thomas’s CE Primary School, Pimhole Road, Bury, BL9 7EY
Contract: Permanent 
Required From: September 2025 
 
The Sycamore Church of England Trust are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and effective Teaching Assistant who displays a passion for learning, creativity and a commitment to developing the potential of every child. As a new teaching assistant joining our teaching team, you will play a significant role in supporting the pupils and parents by promoting our aims, values and ways of working in your everyday practice. You help promote those strong Christian values that support our learning community. You will be embedding current good practice with the support of our talented team; and supporting in leading 
learning in the classroom in a creative way, bringing along your own ideas and experiences to help us raise achievement across our school and further develop our inspiring and engaging curriculum.

We are looking for someone who has: 
• Experience of working with small groups of children 
• Excellent skills in communication, behaviour management and nurturing 
• Commitment, flexibility, and enthusiasm 
• High aspirations for all children and young people 
• Desire for career development through Continuing Professional Development 
• Fully embraces the values of our Trust and the opportunities that working within a Trust offers.

In return we can offer: 
• Children who love learning 
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with our Trust Leaders and our partner schools. This includes Trust wide opportunities to develop skills, experience, and professional development. 
• An exciting, forward-thinking Trust with a hard-working team of talented and enthusiastic staff and trustees who are committed to providing the best for the children in our care. 
• A trust committed to your continuing professional and personal development. All employees will have access to an extensive CPD library to support your current and future career aspirations. 
• A Trust committed to the wellbeing of our staff with access to a full range of confidentially offered wellbeing services including counselling, free flu jabs, online GP appointments and physiotherapy. 

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Martin Van Hecke (Headteacher) on 0161 764 7565. 
All application forms should be emailed to recruitment@thesycamoretrust.co.uk by Thursday 5th June at 12:00pm. CVs will not be accepted. Please be aware, if shortlisted that interviews are expected to be held on Monday 16th June. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the 
welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and 
expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

Teaching Assistant (Level 3)
Working Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time only
Base: St Thomas’s CE Primary School, Pimhole Road, Bury, BL9 7EY
Contract: Fixed Term until 31.08.26 
Required From: September 2025 
 
The Sycamore Church of England Trust are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and effective Teaching  Assistant who displays a passion for learning, creativity and a commitment to developing the potential  of every child.  As a new teaching assistant joining our teaching team, you will play a significant role in supporting the pupils and parents by promoting our aims, values and ways of working in your everyday practice. You  help promote those strong Christian values that support our learning community. You will be  embedding current good practice with the support of our talented team; and supporting in leading 
learning in the classroom in a creative way, bringing along your own ideas and experiences to help us  raise achievement across our school and further develop our inspiring and engaging curriculum.

We are looking for someone who has: 
• Experience of working with small groups of children 
• Excellent skills in communication, behaviour management and nurturing 
• Commitment, flexibility, and enthusiasm 
• High aspirations for all children and young people 
• Desire for career development through Continuing Professional Development 
• Fully embraces the values of our Trust and the opportunities that working within a Trust offers. 

In return we can offer: 
• Children who love learning 
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with our Trust Leaders and our partner schools. This includes Trust wide opportunities to develop skills, experience, and professional development. 
• An exciting, forward-thinking Trust with a hard-working team of talented and enthusiastic staff and trustees who are committed to providing the best for the children in our care. 
• A trust committed to your continuing professional and personal development. All employees will have access to an extensive CPD library to support your current and future career aspirations. 
• A Trust committed to the wellbeing of our staff with access to a full range of confidentially offered wellbeing services including counselling, free flu jabs, online GP appointments and physiotherapy. 

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Martin Van Hecke (Headteacher) on 0161 764 7565. 
All application forms should be emailed to recruitment@thesycamoretrust.co.uk by Thursday 5th June at 12:00pm. CVs will not be accepted. Please be aware, if shortlisted that interviews are expected to be held on Monday 16th June. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment

Central Services Coordinator
Working Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week, full year working)
Grade: 10 SCP 24-27 (£34314- £37035) a pay award is pending.
Contract: Permanent
Required From: 1st September 2025

Trustees are seeking a highly organised and proactive Central Services Coordinator to join our central team.

The Central Services Coordinator will be at the heart of our trust's operations, working closely with senior leaders in Finance, HR, Teaching and Learning, and Operations. You'll be the driving force behind the efficient management of resources, coordinating central team workstreams to ensure tasks are prioritised and deadlines are met. This role demands a keen eye for compliance and exceptional organisational skills to successfully manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic and varied environment. If you're passionate about making a difference within the local community and possess the skills we're looking for, we want you to be part of our growing team.

Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with senior leaders in Finance, HR, Teaching and Learning, and Operations
to understand workstreams and strategic priorities and plan work accordingly.
• Coordinate workstreams and demands within the Central Services Team to
operationally support and deliver the trust’s aims.
• Ensure compliance through the effective organisation and prioritisation of tasks
centrally to meet required deadlines.

Qualifications and Skills:
• Strong organisational and leadership skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and workstreams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in financial resource management, general administration, ICT, human
resources, facility and property management, and health and safety management.

As part of The Sycamore CE Trust:
• You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• There will be opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• You will contribute to the success and growth of our trust and its schools.
• You will make a positive impact on the education and lives of our students.
• You will have access to a full suite of wellbeing services.

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Jo Seddon, Director of Operations or Tina Powell, HR Operational lead on 0161 723 1078 option 3 or by email at recruitment@thesycamoretrust.co.uk 

* The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early, should a high number or particularly strong applications be received. We strongly welcome your early application for this position.

All applications should be made through the following link:  https://candidates.every.education/Vacancies/Details?advertKey=0056b211-f84f-45be-be1c-876132c5b60b 

Paper applications and CVs will not be accepted. Please contact the trust if you experience any issues with using our new electronic application system.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment.

Central Services Senior Administrator
Working Hours: 30 hours per week, term time + 2 weeks (to be worked over 5 days with additional working to be worked in school closure as per business
need).
Base: Central Team Office (currently based at St John’s CE Primary School)
Grade: 8 £27711 - £30060 (actual salary £20252 - £21969 with pay award pending)
Contract: Permanent
Required From: 1st September 2025

The Sycamore CE Trust are seeking to appoint a proactive and highly motivated Central Services Senior Administrator to join our Trust Central Team.

As the Central Services Senior Administrator, you will support various business projects, demonstrating the drive and initiative needed to complete varied and complex tasks. You will be at the core of our trust's operations, working closely with senior leaders and the Central Services Coordinator to support all functions, including Finance, HR, Teaching and Learning, and Operations.

Your role will be crucial in prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines, ensuring compliance, and managing multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.

We are looking for someone who has: 
• Proven experience working in a varied, fast paced role, working within a busy operational team.
• Experience of providing exceptional administrative and strategic support.
• A proactive attitude to all tasks, demonstrating initiative and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, being able to support a variety of stakeholders in person, online and through production of high-quality documentation.
• Fully embraces the iCare values of our Trust and the opportunities that working within our Trust offers.

In return we can offer:
• A collaborative and supportive trust wide team that values your contributions.
• Trust wide opportunities and CPD to develop your skills, experience, and professional development.
• The opportunity to make a positive impact across our school communities.
• Experience across all operational functions including Finance, HR, Operations and Teaching and Learning
• A Trust committed to the wellbeing of our staff with access to a full range of confidentially offered wellbeing services including counselling, free flu jabs, online GP appointments and physiotherapy.

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Jo Seddon, Director of Operations or Tina Powell, HR Operational lead on 0161 723 1078 option 3 or by email at recruitment@thesycamoretrust.co.uk
* The Trust reservces the right to close this vacancy early, should a high number or particularly strong application be received. We strongly welcome your early application for this position.

All applications should be made through the following link:

https://candidates.every.education/Vacancies/Details?advertKey=39fde236-e108-4ca0-a870-7c2c8bfedd91

Paper applications and CVs will not be accepted. Please contact the trust if you experience any issues with using our new electronic application system.

Employees of the Trust have a responsibility for, and must be committed to, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children and young people and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.