Our vision is to enable all to flourish
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). ​
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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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: 21st January 2026
Interview date: TBC
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:
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Is an excellent team worker
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Is passionate about working with children of all ages and supporting them to flourish
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Can build positive relationships and relate well to a wide range of children and adults
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A friendly, collaborative environment where all professionals work as a team
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The chance to work with some wonderful children
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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 21st January 2026, 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: 9th January 2026
Interview date: TBC
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
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The ability to cooperate with others and to work as part of our team
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High expectations from the pupils and yourself
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The ability to communicated clearly both orally and in writing
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Enthusiasm – being able to promote enjoyment in learning
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Helping children on an individual basis and in small groups
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Explaining tasks simply and clearly and fostering independence
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The ability to deliver personalised and engaging curriculum, under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCo.
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Support for all staff alongside excellent professional development
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A dedicated team
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Enthusiastic, motivated and happy children
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A supportive and inclusive working environment
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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:
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Inspires children and develops a love of learning
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Ensures a positive transition for children starting school
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Understands how children’s communication and language develops
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Identifies barriers to learning and helps children to overcome them
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Shares their ideas and opinions openly and respectfully and listens to others
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Builds strong, effective partnerships with colleagues
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Values the Continuous Provision approach throughout our Infant Academy
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Is open to developing their practice
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Strives to be the best they can be
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Has experience of working in EYFS/Reception
The children would like someone who
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Makes them laugh
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Knows who they are and what they like to do
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Helps them if the work is a bit hard
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Is a ‘Pet of Yet’
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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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Minchinhampton CofE Primary Academy
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Role Title: Cover Teacher
Salary: TBC
Hours: Part Time - 1 Day a week
Contract: Fixed term
Closing date: 12th December
Interview date: TBC
Start date: 5th January
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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint a Cover Teacher.
We are looking to recruit a teacher to cover Year 1/2 classes. This post is offered on a fixed term basis until May 2026, with the possibility of the contract being extended after this term. Candidates need to be passionate about teaching and learning with an uncompromising, relentless commitment to getting the best out of all the pupils.
This is a part-time post of 0.2 FTE (1 day a week). The starting salary will be discussed with the candidate, main scale depending on skill set.
Further details and an application form can be downloaded from the vacancy area of our website www.minchacademy.net. If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Nick Moss on 01453 883273 or email admin@minch.dgat.org.uk.
Closing date for applications is 5pm on 12th December 2025.
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The role is fixed term until May 2026.
This is a part time post, working on Thursday - all day.
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If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Nick Moss, Headteacher by emailing admin@minch.dgat.org.uk. Visits are welcome with prior appointment.
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Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 12th December 2025, with the interview date 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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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust
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Role Title: Clerk to local Governing Board
Salary: Grade 6
Hours: Part Time
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 5th January
Interview date: 13th January
Start date: ASAP
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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint a Clerk to local Governing Board.
We are looking to appoint people who are looking for a flexible professional opportunity with high quality training and support to join our team. Whilst clerking or governance experience isn’t essential, excellent interpersonal and organisational skills with a commitment to learning and an ability to work on your own initiative whilst establishing yourself as an integral member of a team are key qualities we are looking for. Successful candidates will be allocated a local governing board to support but may also be asked to clerk ad-hoc meetings for other local governing boards when a need arises.
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The role is flexible and some non-term time working may be required. The successful candidate will be required to work from home, although there will be a need to attend meetings in school and at the Trust offices based at Church House, Gloucester and at Hardwicke Parochial Primary Academy on occasion.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence and develop local governance practice within the academy sector. A high-quality induction programme is available, and you will report directly to, and be supported by the Trust’s Governance and HR Officer.
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The post is offered as a salary of Grade 6 on a permanent basis.
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This is a part-time post for 8 hours per meeting. Any additional meetings e.g. panel meetings are paid on a claim basis with your line manager agreement. Attendance at the Trust’s three Clerks’ Forum meetings is required and will be paid. Three x one hour line management meetings plus performance management meetings are also provided and this time is paid.
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If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Vicki Cowan on 07979833086 or email vcowan@cen.dgat.org.uk.
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Closing date for applications is midday Monday 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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Whiteshill Primary School
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Role Title: Administrative Assistant
Salary: Grade 3 Point 6 - £25,989 pro rata depending on experience
Hours: Part Time - 20 hours per week, Mon - Fri 8.30am-12.30pm
Contract: Permanent – Part Time
Closing date: 9th January
Interview date: 21st January
Start date: TBC
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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint an Administrative Assistant.
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Whiteshill Primary School is a warm and welcoming school situated on the edge of the town of Stroud. We are a small school with approximately 100 children in 4 mixed-age classes. Our children are polite, caring and very welcoming. Our staff are friendly, hardworking and dedicated as are our supportive parents and governors.
We are currently seeking a motivated, detail-oriented individual to join our school as a part-time School Administrative Assistant. This role is essential in supporting the efficient operation of the school through accurate attendance management and a variety of general administrative responsibilities.
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The post is offered at Grade 3 Point 6 - £25,989 pro rata depending on experience.
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This is a part-time post of 20 hours per week, Mon - Fri 8.30am-12.30pm, 39 weeks per year (term time, plus inset days).
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If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Heather Francis, Executive Headteacher on 01453762949 or email head@whiteshill.dgat.org.uk
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Closing date for applications is 9am on Friday 9th January.
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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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Christ Church CofE Primary School
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Role Title: Teaching Partner (EHCP)
Salary: Grade 5
Hours: Part Time - 24 hours per week, Mon - Fri
Contract: Fixed Term – Part Time
Closing date: Midday - 5th January
Interview date: TBC
Start date: ASAP
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The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust seek to appoint an
Teaching Partner (EHCP)
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Christ Church C of E Primary School (Academy Status) is a happy and caring one-form entry Church School in the heart of Cheltenham (210 children). It also has an attached Communication and Interaction Centre (10 children), which is managed on a day-to-day basis by a teacher in charge.
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We are seeking to appoint an excellent EHCP Teaching Partner (EYFS) to be a part of our dedicated and caring team. We are looking for someone with SEND experience, to support pupils with EHCP provision, within the classroom setting. This will involve midday supervision. The applicant should be able to adapt the learning and provide interventions, under the direction of the Class Teacher and SENDCO. The applicant will need to monitor and evidence progress towards the EHCP outcomes, and will be an active participant in the ECHP process.
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If you are a caring and enthusiastic team player with a passion for learning and helping children to be the best they can be then we would welcome the opportunity to hear from you.
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We are looking for someone who:
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Has the ability to motivate and inspire children.
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Is passionate about making a difference to children’s lives.
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Is a committed team member.
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Is able to quickly develop and establish excellent relationships with children, parents, governors and all members of our school family.
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Will support the Christian ethos and values of the school.
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Maintains a clear, calm and consistent approach to working with children, parents, other staff and lead professionals.
The post is offered as a salary of Grade 5.
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This is a part-time fixed term contract of 24 hours (Teaching Partner) including 5 hours a week (MDSU) until July 2032. The post is term time only.
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Further details and an application form can be downloaded from the vacancy area of our website.
If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please contact Mrs Williamson, administrator, on 01242 523392 or email admin@christchurch.dgat.org.uk
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Closing date for applications is midday 5th January 2026. Start date is as soon as possible.
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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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