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Winchcombe Abbey CofE Primary School

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Role Title: Headteacher

Salary: L13 - L19

Hours: Full time

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 6th January 2026 5pm

Interview date: 14 January and 15 January

Start date: 13 April 2026

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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is delighted to advertise for the post of Headteacher at Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary Academy.  This is a permanent, full-time position from 13 April 2026. 

 

This role provides an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced leader to lead a team of passionate teaching and support staff to ensure high quality teaching and learning.  

 

We are looking for someone who can inspire others, understands what excellent teaching and learning looks like, who inspires trust and confidence and will support children and adults to develop and flourish. We are also looking for someone to share good practice across the Trust’s family of schools.  

You must be committed to what it means to be part of a Church of England Trust and to being an excellent Church school leader.  

The Trust offers an extensive range of opportunities for professional development and learning, and we will be supportive of your leadership journey and career development. The pastoral care of our Headteachers is also an important part of who we are as an organisation, knowing that Headteachers care very deeply for all they serve but often do not prioritise their own wellbeing. You will be valued for who you are and what you bring to the Trust 

 

We are looking for someone who: 

* can clearly articulate a compelling vision of educational excellence 

* is passionately committed to the distinctive Church of England ethos of the school 

* inspires, leads and motivates all staff and pupils to give of their best 

* is committed to the Trust’s vision of inclusive education 

* can build excellent relationships with all stakeholders 

* is committed to collaboration with neighbouring schools and wider Trust schools. 

 

We can offer you: 

* the full and able support of senior leaders, staff and local governors who are ambitious for 

the school. 

* the opportunity to be part of an extended leadership team across the Trust 

* CPD, professional support and career development in a highly successful and growing organisation 

*  a supportive parent body 

 

Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. 

 

Winchcombe Abbey Church of England Primary School is an academy and is part of the Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust (DGAT). â€‹

 

Closing date:  5 pm Tuesday 6 January 2026 

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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. All posts are subject to satisfactory references.

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Winchcombe Abbey CofE Primary School

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Role Title: Midday Supervisors

Salary: Grade 2 (SCP points 2-3)

Hours: Part time 

Contract: Fixed term

Closing date: 5th December

Interview date: 15th December

Start date: ASAP

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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint two Midday Supervisors to work
at Winchcombe Abbey C of E Primary School.

We are looking for caring, flexible, reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking people to join our team as a Midday Supervisor. The midday supervisors are responsible for setting up and clearing away the dining hall. Midday supervisors are required to supervise and ensure the safety of the children throughout the lunchtime period both inside the school and all play areas. Midday supervisors are required to encourage children to treat each other with respect and follow the school’s behaviour policy and Christian values at all times.

Main Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Perform duties as part of the lunchtime team under the direction of the SLT in regards to theb supervision of children throughout the lunchtime break

  • To encourage the inclusion and acceptance of all children regardless of differences or stages in development

  • Attend training courses, as required

  • Read all communication sent by the school via email on a weekly basis.

  • Ensure all school policies are followed

  • Support safeguarding and behaviour procedures within the school, ensuring procedures are followed at all times, reporting any issues to the Class Teacher daily

  • Recording safeguarding concerns via CPOMS

  • Ensure that first aid is provided in a case of accident or illness and to ensure accidents are recorded and reported to the Class Teacher

  • Liaise professionally with all staff within the school at all times​

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The post is offered at Grade 2 (SCP points 2-3) pro-rata per annum, term time only.

This is a part-time post for 7.5 hours per week working for 1 hour 30 minutes per day over lunchtimes Monday-Friday.

We have two posts available. One role works from 11.45am-1.15pm and the other role works from 12 noon-1.30pm.

These roles are offered as fixed term contracts until 31st August 2027.

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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. All posts are subject to satisfactory references.

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Winchcombe Abbey CofE Primary School

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Role Title: One to One Midday Supervisor

Salary: Grade 2 (SCP points 2-3)

Hours: Part time 

Contract: Fixed term

Closing date: 5th December

Interview date: 15th December

Start date: ASAP

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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint three Midday Supervisors to work
at Winchcombe Abbey C of E Primary School.

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We are also seeking a caring, reliable and proactive Midday Supervisory Assistant providing one-to-one support for a child with an EHCP during the lunchtime period. The child has cerebral palsy and epilepsy, and requires adult support to ensure safety, comfort and inclusion during lunch and play.

Main Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1:1 supervision and support during eating and play, ensuring the child’s

  • safety and wellbeing at all times.

  • Assist with mobility and positioning, following appropriate guidance and manual

  • handling protocols.

  • Be alert to signs of seizure activity and respond calmly and appropriately, following

  • the child’s individual healthcare plan.

  • Promote inclusive play and social interaction with peers.

  • Liaise with class staff and the SENDCo to ensure continuity of care and

  • communication.

  • Perform duties as part of the lunchtime team under the direction of the SLT in regards

  • to the supervision of children throughout the lunchtime break

  • To encourage the inclusion and acceptance of all children regardless of differences

  • or stages in development

  • Attend training courses, as required

  • Read all communication sent by the school via email on a weekly basis.

  • Ensure all school policies are followed

  • Support safeguarding and behaviour procedures within the school, ensuring

  • procedures are followed at all times, reporting any issues to the Class Teacher daily

  • Recording safeguarding concerns via CPOMS

  • Ensure that first aid is provided in a case of accident or illness and to ensure

  • accidents are recorded and reported to the Class Teacher

  • Liaise professionally with all staff within the school at all times

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The post is offered at Grade 2 (SCP points 2-3) pro-rata per annum, term time only.

This is a part-time post for 5 hours per week working for 1 hour per day over lunchtimes Monday-Friday from 12.15pm-1.15pm.

This role is offered on a fixed term contract.

  

The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. All posts are subject to satisfactory references.

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Winchcombe Abbey CofE Primary School

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Role Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Medical Needs Support

Salary: Grade 3 

Hours: Part time

Contract: Fixed term

Closing date: 17th December

Interview date: 5th January

Start date: ASAP

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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint a 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Medical Needs Support to work at Winchcombe Abbey C of E Primary School.

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We are seeking a caring and committed Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The child has complex medical needs including epilepsy and cerebral palsy, and requires consistent, personalised support to access learning and thrive in a mainstream classroom setting. We are seeking an enthusiastic team player to become immersed in our whole school community. We have a strong reputation for our inclusive approach to learning and form lasting relationships with our families and wider community. We are proud of our ambitious curriculum, which has been designed to respond to the interests and needs of our children.

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  • Could you uphold our Christian Vision and values? 

  • Do you have high expectations of the children in your care? 

  • Do you have the skills to work as part of a highly motivated teaching team 

 

We can offer: 

  • A happy and successful Christian school focused on outstanding achievements    for all pupils 

  • Motivated pupils with outstanding standards of behaviour 

  • Excellent opportunities for CPD 

  • Excellent and innovative teaching approaches 

  • A supportive and challenging multi academy trust  

  • A highly motivated, successful and caring staff team

 

Main Duties / Responsibilities: 

  • Deliver targeted support in line with EHCP outcomes

  • Assist with mobility, positioning, and personal care needs

  • Monitor and respond to medical needs, including seizure protocols, under guidance from healthcare professionals 

  • Collaborate with teaching staff, SENDCo, and external agencies to ensure inclusive provision

  • Support emotional regulation, communication, and social development

  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to review meetings

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The post is offered at Grade 3.

This is a part-time post for 27.5 hours per week working Monday – Friday 8.35am-12.15pm and 1.15pm-3.15pm.

This role is offered on a fixed term contract.

  

The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. All posts are subject to satisfactory references.

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Longney CofE Primary Academy

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Role Title: Breakfast Club Leader

Salary: Grade 3 Point 4-6

Hours: Part time 

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 10th December

Interview date: w/c 15th December

Start date: ASAP

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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint a Breakfast Club Leader.

 

We are seeking a committed, caring and enthusiastic person to take charge of our Breakfast Club for our children aged 4 -11 years. You will be responsible for setting up and serving breakfast, welcoming and supervising the Breakfast Club children and keeping the area tidy and clean. The successful candidate will be required to carry out the main duties outlined in the separate job description.

Furthermore, we wish to appoint someone who:

  • Is an excellent team worker

  • Is passionate about working with children of all ages and supporting them to flourish

  • Can build positive relationships and relate well to a wide range of children and adults

We can offer you:

  • A friendly, collaborative environment where all professionals work as a team

  • The chance to work with some wonderful children

  • A welcoming and supportive community

The post is offered as a salary of NJC 3 (points 4 – 6). The role is permanent.

This is a part-time post for 5 hours and 50 minutes each week; from 7.35am to 8.45am Monday to Friday.

 

If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Heidi Hinde, School Business Manager by emailing admin@longney.dgat.org.uk or phoning 01452 720461. Visits are welcome with prior appointment.

Closing date for applications is 10th December 2025, with a start date ASAP.

  

The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. All posts are subject to satisfactory references.

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Hardwicke Parochial Primary Academy

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Role Title: Teaching Partner

Salary: Grade 5 Point 11-14

Hours: Full term 

Contract: Fixed term

Closing date: 11th December

Interview date: 17th December

Start date: 5th January or as soon as possible

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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint a Teaching Partner to work at Hardwicke Parochial Primary Academy.

We are looking for an enthusiastic teaching partner to join our hardworking team. We would like to work with the successful candidates to adapt the post to suit their needs and the school. We have high expectations of our staff and children and need an ambitious teaching partner who will live out of vision and values.

The role requires

  • The ability to cooperate with others and to work as part of our team

  • High expectations from the pupils and yourself

  • The ability to communicated clearly both orally and in writing

  • Enthusiasm – being able to promote enjoyment in learning

  • Helping children on an individual basis and in small groups

  • Explaining tasks simply and clearly and fostering independence

  • The ability to deliver personalised and engaging curriculum, under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCo.

We can offer

  • Support for all staff alongside excellent professional development

  • A dedicated team

  • Enthusiastic, motivated and happy children

  • A supportive and inclusive working environment

  • A family community

The post is offered as a salary of up to Grade 5 (point 11 -14),

This is a full time fixed term post for 27.5 hours a week. This post is fixed term until 31st August 2026 with the possibility of extension.

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If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Mrs Jen Panton, Assistant Head Teacher and SENDCo, on 01452 720538 or email sendco@hardwicke.dgat.org.uk 

Visits to the school can be arranged via admin@hardwicke.dgat.org.uk

  

The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. All posts are subject to satisfactory references.

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Field Court CofE Infant Academy

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Role Title: Teaching Assistant

Salary: Grade 3 Point 4-6

Hours: Full time

Contract: Fixed term

Closing date: 16th December

Interview date: 18th December

Start date: 5th January

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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint a Teaching Assistant.

 

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant who:

  • Inspires children and develops a love of learning

  • Ensures a positive transition for children starting school

  • Understands how children’s communication and language develops

  • Identifies barriers to learning and helps children to overcome them

  • Shares their ideas and opinions openly and respectfully and listens to others

  • Builds strong, effective partnerships with colleagues

  • Values the Continuous Provision approach throughout our Infant Academy

  • Is open to developing their practice

  • Strives to be the best they can be

  • Has experience of working in EYFS/Reception

The children would like someone who

  • Makes them laugh

  • Knows who they are and what they like to do

  • Helps them if the work is a bit hard

  • Is a ‘Pet of Yet’

  • Does things differently to make the classroom a happy place to be

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This post is offered at grade 3 pts 4 - 6. The role is fixed term until August 31st 2026.

This is a full time post, working Monday-Friday 8.45am-3.15pm.

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If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Adam Osborne, Headteacher by emailing admin@fcia.dgat.org.uk. Visits are welcome with prior appointment.

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Closing date for applications is midday on Tuesday 16th December 2025, with an interview date of Thursday 18th (time TBC) and a start date of 5th January 2026.

  

The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. All posts are subject to satisfactory references.

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