The staff in our schools and our central team drive improvement day-to-day. We're looking for people who want to make a real difference to the lives of the children they work with and  who are committed to their own continuing professional development. We're looking for people who want to be outstanding teachers, classroom assistants, administrators, leaders and support workers across our schools. That's why we invest in both your wellbeing and your career.

Pension schemes

All staff are entitled to join the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teachers Pension Scheme. Both are excellent pensions and the employer contributions are extremely generous compared to other employers.

Holiday entitlement 

We choose to give enhanced holiday entitlements. The annual leave offered to support staff is above the statutory entitlements. For teachers, annual leave is combined within their contracts.

Long service

Long service is recognised for support staff and additional holiday rewards are given to staff achieving 5 years and 10 years continual service.

Annual pay awards

We offer a competitive salary and all staff receive an annual pay award. Support staff also increment each year until they reach the top of their salary banding and teacher’s progression is linked to their annual appraisal.

Gold star awards

Staff can nominate a colleague to recognise their contributions and they will receive a gold star certificate for this. Gold star badges are also awarded to individuals who go above and beyond. 

Flexible working and family friendly policies

Flexible working is considered for all staff who meet the qualifying criteria and many of our staff work flexible patterns to support their personal circumstances and family commitments.

Maternity, adoption and shared parental leave

We offer enhanced occupational pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave to all staff with more than one year’s continuous service.

Childcare vouchers

Employees who are in the voucher scheme can purchase tax free childcare vouchers that can be used for registered childcare providers inc. breakfast and after school clubs. 

Occupational sick pay

We provide generous occupational sick pay to all staff which increases in line with length of service up to the maximum entitlement.

Occupational health

We work with an occupational health (OH) provider to ensure that staff are safe and well in the workplace and also offer support to staff. Any employee can be referred to OH to support their physical and mental wellbeing at work. Services help keep employees healthy and safe and manage any risks in the workplace that are likely to give rise to work-related ill health. 

Employee Assistance Programme

We have a comprehensive wellness programme and medical services which are available to all of our staff free of charge. These include; counselling, physiotherapy, cancer and nurse support, 24 hour GP helpline, medical operations helpline, weight management, stress awareness, health screening days and menopause support.

Career progression opportunities

Work in different locations across the trust to gain wider knowledge, experience and understanding as well have the opportunity for you to progress within your career.

We also support upskilling current employees through the apprenticeship programme.

Education support specialists

We employ educational specialists within our MAT, this enables staff to share best practice as well as develop their own skills and abilities. It also provides, staff with various professionals who they can contact and liaise with for support and advice

Staff surveys

Regular staff surveys are sent out electronically to all staff in order to obtain their feedback on a variety of topics. Staff views are given consideration and actions are put into place to make any identified improvements.

 Apprenticeships 

Staff can enroll on a funded-apprenticeship to upskill and gain recognised qualifications in relation to their job. These are completed alongside an employees current role.

Trade Union consultation 

The trust maintains a positive relationship with recognised Trade Union Representatives who negotiate on behalf of the staff.

Working together

We continuously develop new and unique ways for individuals and schools across our organisation to work together. This enables staff to share best practice and develop skills and provides staff with professionals to contact and liaise with for support and advice.

Networks

ELAN networks provide opportunity for specialists and leaders to share research, develop their expertise, drive and inform practice and strategies. These connected communities provide a forum that enables mutual support and guidance, the exchange of ideas across the trust and education sector.

Discounts for Teachers

This site offers a wide variety of discounts for all staff who work within our trust. From money off fashion and beauty through to deals on homeware, mobile phones, broadband and utilities.

Benefits choice

Staff can purchase discounted gift cards for major retailers to help save money when making purchases or buying as gifts.

Cycle to Work Scheme

We offer a cycle to work scheme, where staff can purchase a bike and cycling equipment under a high purchase agreement. Repayments come out of gross pay, so a saving is made as tax isn’t paid on the repayments.

Tech scheme 

We offer a tech scheme, where staff can purchase technology equipment under a hire purchase agreement. Repayments come out of gross pay, so a saving is made as tax isn’t paid on the repayments.

Paid carer days

ELAN offer five paid carer days per academic year (pro rata). This means that if you needed to provide emergency care for a dependant such as a child or parent, you may be paid for that day.

  Blue Light Card

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  discount service for UK public sector and is now open for all

  education staff. For just £4.99, members of the Blue Light community can register for 2-years access to more than 15,000 discounts from large national retailers to local businesses across categories such as holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more.