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:
Aspire SEND & Inclusion Manager
We are looking to appoint a dedicated and highly organised Aspire SEND & Inclusion Manager to join our team at Hanley Castle High School.
Working under the direction of the SENDCo, you will support the development and implementation of the school’s Inclusion strategy and SEND policy. The role involves managing and coordinating the day-to-day operation of the Aspire provision, leading and supporting the Learning Support Assistant team to ensure high-quality support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
You will play a key role in coordinating provision for students with SEND, including contributing to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), leading meetings with parents and professionals, and working collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to secure positive outcomes for students.
In addition, you will contribute to the evaluation of SEND provision and interventions, support the professional development of staff, and help promote an inclusive school environment where all students are supported to achieve and thrive.
The successful candidate will have experience working with SEND students and a strong understanding of inclusive practice. They will be confident in leading and supporting a team of Learning Support Assistants, coordinating interventions, and working collaboratively with staff, parents and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for students. They will also demonstrate a passion for supporting young people with SEND, have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, be able to lead, motivate and develop others, be committed to inclusion, safeguarding and student wellbeing, and build strong relationships with students, families and professionals.
Working hours: 37 hours per week, term-only plus 8 Professional Development Days (PDD’s).
Salary: SO2 SCP26-28, £38,510 – £40,444 FTE. Pro-rated to £33,080 - £34,741 per annum (term-time only).
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 on Monday 2nd November 2026.
Interviews are expected to be held as soon as possible after the closing date.
Half-Term Notice: The school will be closed for half-term from Monday 26 October and will reopen on Monday 2 November 2026. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact us by email. Responses may be delayed during this period, but we will acknowledge receipt of all applications and respond to enquiries as soon as possible.
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
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
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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 2 November 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