Hanley Castle High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Online searches are now undertaken on all shortlisted candidates, for safeguarding suitability, as part of the due diligence.
References are obtained, before interview wherever possible, which include specific enquiries about the applicant's background in relation to safeguarding.
If you have any queries, please contact Sarah Moon, HR Officer, on 01684 595673 or by email on moons@hanleycastlehs.org.uk.
Benefits of working for us:
Secure pension with Local Government Pension Scheme
Access to a cycle to work scheme
Free on-site parking
Free access to Westfield Health, Healthy Extras providing:
• 24/7 telephone access to a practising UK GP
• 24 Hour Advice & Information Line (including structured counselling sessions)
• Eldercare Advice
• Discounts and offers at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and destinations
• Gym discounts
We currently have the following vacancies:
Family Support Worker (Fixed-Term)
The Hanley and Upton Educational Trust is seeking to appoint two Family Support Workers to work across Hanley Castle High School and our partner primary schools. This is a unique opportunity to provide early, practical and relational support to vulnerable children and their families, helping to improve attendance, strengthen engagement and ensure children are safe, in school and able to learn.
We are seeking compassionate, resilient and highly organised individuals with experience of working directly with children, young people and families, including those facing difficulties or crisis. Applicants should hold a relevant Level 3 qualification (or above) in a related field, such as family support, social care, youth work, early years, teaching or counselling, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience. Successful candidates will be skilled in building trusting relationships with children and families, remaining calm and non-judgemental in challenging situations, working collaboratively with partner agencies and helping families overcome barriers that affect children's wellbeing, attendance and engagement with school.
Strong safeguarding knowledge, effective record-keeping, excellent communication skills and a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children are essential. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.
Working hours: 35 hours per week, term-only plus 8 Professional Development Days (PDD’s).
Terms: This is a fixed-term position for two years in the first instance funded through a time-limited funding allocation, with the potential for continuation subject to future funding arrangements.
Salary: Scale 6, SCP18 – 22, £32,578 - £34,811 FTE. Pro-rated to £26,471 - £28,286 per annum.
Start date: As soon as possible.
To apply:
To apply, please complete our application form (attached below) and email to Moons@hanleycastlehs.org.uk . If you have any queries, please email or contact HR on 01684 595673. The closing date is 9.00am on Thursday 15 October 2026.
Interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 20 October 2026.
For further information, please see the application pack attached below.
Attachments
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Click here to download our Application Form
Trustee and Chair of the Risk, Audit and Assurance Committee (Volunteer Role)
The Hanley and Upton Educational Trust is seeking to appoint an experienced professional to join our Trust Board as a Trustee and Chair of the Risk, Audit and Assurance Committee. This is an excellent opportunity to use your expertise in finance, audit, risk management, assurance, governance or compliance to make a positive impact on the education of children and young people across our family of schools.
As a Trustee, you will help provide strategic leadership and oversight, supporting the Trust in maintaining the highest standards of governance, accountability and financial stewardship. The role involves approximately four Board meetings and three committee meetings each year, together with preparation time and occasional training events.
We welcome applications from individuals with senior leadership, executive or board-level experience who share our values of Belong, Aspire, Achieve and our commitment to educational excellence.
Closing date: 9.00am on 30 October 2026.
Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
How to apply: Please complete the application form and email it, together with a covering letter, to Michelle Snape, Trust Secretary, at snapem@hanleycastlehs.org.uk by the closing date. CVs will not be accepted.
For further information, please see the application pack attached below.
Attachments
Click here to download the Application Pack
Click here to download our Application Form
Learning Support Assistant - Personal Care
We are seeking to appoint two patient, calm and empathetic individuals to join us in providing one-to-one personal care and support for a pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). This role involves meeting the pupil’s physical, emotional, and educational needs in a respectful and dignified way. Responsibilities include assisting with physiotherapy, feeding, and communication, working closely with teaching staff and professionals to support the pupil’s full inclusion and participation in school life. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference, and be part of the supportive Aspire@Hanley team.
We are looking for someone with experience working with young people and supporting pupils with EHCPs. The successful candidate will also be willing to develop new skills and undertake necessary training to support the student, including training on using a hoist and eye gaze technology. Experience working with children who have complex physical and communication needs would be beneficial but is not essential.
Working hours:
2 positions available:
27.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:15pm) or 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9.15am - 3.15pm).
Term-time only plus 8 training days.
Salary: The salary is in accordance with TA3 (SCP7-17), £27,274 - £32,046 FTE. Dependent on skills and experience.
The salary range is pro-rated to £17,412 - £20,459 for 27.5 hours per week, term-time only plus training days.
Terms: This post is fixed-term and linked to the support needs of a named pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The contract will be for the duration of the pupil’s placement at the school and will end when the pupil leaves or no longer requires this support.
Start date: As soon as possible.
To apply:Please complete our application form (attached below) and email it to Moons@hanleycastlehs.org.uk.
The closing date is Monday 5 October 2026. Interviews will be held as soon as possible.
Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
For further details, please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached below.
Attachments
Click here to download the Job Description
Click here to download the Person Specification
Click here to download our Application Form
Learning Support Assistant (Specialist Support for a Deaf Student)
We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated one-to-one support for a deaf student with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The successful candidate will deliver tailored British Sign Language (BSL) support, working closely with teaching staff, the SENDCo and Deputy SENDCo to ensure the student has full access to learning, effective communication, and the opportunity to fully participate in the wider school environment.
The ideal candidate will have a good working knowledge of the education system and experience supporting young people, particularly those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). They will hold, as a minimum, a Grade 2 British Sign Language (BSL) qualification (essential), as well as Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, or be able to demonstrate strong literacy and numeracy skills, alongside a willingness to further develop through ongoing training.
Good communication skills with pupils, staff, and parents are essential, along with strong organisational abilities and confidence in using ICT for record keeping and reporting. The successful applicant will be patient, calm, flexible, and resilient, able to manage challenging behaviour sensitively while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and a strong commitment to inclusion and equality. They should be able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Working hours:
25 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.15am – 3.15pm (includes 2 breaks totalling 1 hour).
Term-time only plus a proportion of 8 Professional Development Days.
Terms:
This post is fixed term and linked to the support needs of a named pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The contract will be for the duration of the pupil’s placement at the school and will end when the pupil leaves or no longer requires this support.
Salary:
TA2, SCP5-6 £26,427 - £26,847 FTE. £15,338 - £15,582 pro-rated to 25 hours per week, and term-time only.
Start date: As soon as possible.
To apply: Please complete our application form (attached below) and email it to Moons@hanleycastlehs.org.uk.
The closing date is Monday 5 October 2026. Interviews will be held as soon as possible.
Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
For further details, please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached below.
Attachments
Click here to download the Job Description
Click here to download the Person Specification
Click here to download our Application Form