Vacancies

Catalyst Academies Trust - Governance Manager

Cleaner

Hours: 10 hours per week, term time and plus 4 weeks during school holidays.

Start date: ASAP

Salary: £24,351 (Full Time Equivalent) £6,285 Pro Rata

Would you like to join us in taking pride in the high standards of presentation at our school? We are looking for a friendly, reliable, diligent cleaner to join our team in undertaking a full range of cleaning duties either early morning or afternoon. This is a permanent position. Experience is not essential as full training can be provided. The hours of work will be 6:00am-8:00am (Mon-Fri) or 3:30pm-5:30pm during term time.

In addition, you will be required to work 4 weeks during the school holidays, with specific dates to be advised by the school.

Duties will include general cleaning of all areas of the school (classrooms, toilets, corridors etc).

Closing Date: 23/01/2026 - Midday

Interviews: 26/01/2026 - Week Commencing

Nursery Lead

Pay Range: TLW 4-10

We are looking for a valuable new Nursery Lead to join our EYFS team: a fantastic opportunity for someone who is genuinely motivated by the desire to make a positive difference to pupils’ lives.

We require a passionate and committed individual who is an enthusiastic, calm person who will be able to support pupils’ learning and development in collaboration with other teachers and support staff. A willingness to learn, coupled with good interpersonal skills and a desire to make a difference in the lives of children are the main attributes required. EYFS childcare qualifications of level 3 or above are also required.

The successful candidate will work alongside the teacher to lead a team of EYFS practitioners, plan activities, liaise with parents regarding new intakes, provide general class support and be a named key worker within our Nursery setting (3-4 years).

The successful candidate will:

• Be committed to our schools’ ethos of positivity

• Enjoy working hard within a supportive network of professionals

• Be able to challenge and motivate all children to succeed

• Have a love of learning and be committed to their own development

• Be an adaptable team player with a good sense of humour

• Have a good understanding of teaching systematics phonics

In return we offer:

• Excellent professional development opportunities

• A supportive and friendly community

• Outstanding, collaborative partnerships with other local schools

• Recognition of continuous service

• An employee assistance programme

• Access to our "Catalyst Employee Perks" platform where you will be able to access a range of discounts from regular supermarkets, numerous retailers, family days out, restaurants and more.

Closing Date: 03/02/2026 - Midday

Interviews: 09/02/2026 - Week Commencing

Learning Support Assistant

BAND 2 (Range 6-10)

32.5 hrs per week term time.

Do you believe that all children with ASC should be supported to achieve their full potential? If so, this opportunity could be the one for you!

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and caring learning support assistant with a ‘can do’ attitude to join our friendly, supportive team.

The position involves working with children who have a diagnosis of ASC or social communication needs within the school’s ASC Resource Centre (ARC) who require specialist support. The children’s needs may include:

Social Communication Needs
Speech and Language needs
Social skills needs
Behaviour needs
Cognition and Learning needs
Sensory needs
Physical needs

You will be required to support the children within the ARC, following a curriculum, assessment system and strategies advised by a range of professionals, as well as delivering specific interventions.

The successful candidate must have a minimum qualification of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in Maths and English. Experience of supporting children with ASC would be an advantage.

Aveley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

Closing Date: 03/02/2026 - Midday

Interviews: 09/02/2026 - Week Commencing

Lead Teacher

Start date: April 2026 (possibility to be earlier for the right candidate)

Salary: TMS 1 – 6, depending on experience + TLR

Location: Aveley Primary School, South Ockendon, Essex

We are currently looking for an exceptional Lead Class Teacher to join our middle leadership team at Catalyst Aveley Primary. We are a Good school (Ofsted -June 2023), and part of Catalyst Academies Trust, a small, local trust and one of the highest performing in the country.

We are seeking a dedicated and ambitious individual to develop as a middle leader and take the next step by leading a year group. Along with other members of the middle leadership team, the Lead Teacher will be responsible for raising standards, mentoring students, planning with the Trust and supporting early career teachers and helping establish a culture that is nurturing and rigorous.

Our ideal candidate will be an outstanding teacher and a strategic leader with a resilient character and a strong personal drive with sound knowledge of the primary curriculum.

The ideal candidate will also:

Have experience in leading

Have proven experience of positively impacting on student progress, raising attainment and developing excellence

Be fully committed to Aveley Primary's ethos of high expectations.

Have the drive to make a real difference to the lives of pupils

In return Aveley Primary can offer you:

Well behaved children who are keen to learn and achieve their full potential

Excellent professional development and opportunities for career development within the trust (many senior leaders in the trust have gained promotion within the trust)

A hardworking team who are committed to providing an outstanding education to all children, no matter what their background or needs.

A £1,000 Catalyst welcome payment for successful candidates if you are appointed through a direct application to a Catalyst school

Retention bonuses are paid every year.

You will also be added to our "Catalyst Employee Perks" platform, where you will be able to access a range of discounts from regular supermarkets, numerous retailers, family days out, restaurants and more.

Closing Date: 03/02/2026 - Midday

Interviews: 09/02/2026 - Week Commencing

Please note that should we receive sufficient applications, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

Informal visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact Hayley Thompson on 01708 865868 or email admin.aps@catrust.org.uk to arrange a visit.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to satisfactory references, pre-employment health check and a successful enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so we recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.

Teaching Assistant Apprenticeships- September 2026

Do you see yourself training in one of our amazing schools?

Catalyst Academies Trust has an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in becoming a Teaching Assistant Apprentice. We are going to be working with Chelmsford College to offer a TA apprenticeship programme.

You would be employed for the two-year programme and the resulting apprentice qualification could be the stepping stone to training as a teacher, or you could be employed as a highly trained TA.

Apprentices are paid for 5 days of the school week but would train for one day. Off the job training will take place locally, so you will not need to travel.

If you are currently doing your GCSEs or just interested in this role, please pop into the school office or email andrea.parfett@catrust.org.uk for more information. We are offering this to any age group.

CAT Application Form

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