ACES Academies Trust
Aspiration
ACES Academies Trust has a shared local vision to raise aspiration and achievement for the communities we serve. We focus on the raising of standards...
Creativity
ACES Academies Trust has creativity at its core. We wish for our students to develop the ability to apply themselves with resilience, to think creatively, to question and reason……..
Excellence
ACES Academies Trust focuses on excellence for all. We promote excellence in all areas of student endeavour, including the academic. Students develop self-motivation, self-respect, self-regulation and self-worth.
Success
ACES Academies Trust seeks to provide each child with the life skills to maximise their chance of success and to be the person they want to be. We use businessmen and women to help our students……
We have the highest expectations of ourselves, the teams working across our academies and our students.
The ACES Academies Trust has a shared local vision to raise aspiration and achievement for the communities we serve. We focus on the raising of standards, by sharing staff expertise and utilising additional resource gained through the sponsor's connections with a range of businesses across Europe and the US. New staff are employed by the Trust to work where most needed, and recruitment and retention will be enhanced.
We are committed to the professional development of all staff
Whether you are a teacher or support staff you will notice the difference in the ACES Trust.
We are aspirational in every respect, for children, staff and the communities we serve. We are developing a range of partnerships with universities and businesses which will enhance educational and professional opportunities for students and staff.
We believe in a technologically empowered education which prepares young people for their futures. We seek to use creativity in its broadest sense to provide curriculum enrichment and innovation.
- Posted | 10 Nov 2025
Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover (GCA)
Classroom Teacher (Maternity Cover)
Godmanchester Community Academy, Park Lane, Godmanchester, Huntingdon, PE29 2AG
Start date: January 2026
Date posted: Monday 10th November 2025
Closing date: Midday Friday 28th November 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).
Contract type: Maternity Cover
Salary: Main Pay Scale, ECTs welcome to apply
Are you at the start of your teaching journey and looking for a school where you’ll be truly supported to thrive? Are you an experienced teacher looking for a new school to continue your career and further develop? Whether you’re an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or a more experienced teacher, this could be the perfect next step for you.
Why start your career at GCA?
- We understand how important the early years of teaching are. That’s why we offer:
- A tailored ECT induction programme, with high-quality mentoring and regular release time.
- A genuinely supportive staff team, always happy to share ideas and offer a helping hand.
- Opportunities to learn, develop and grow through professional development and coaching.
- Wellbeing support and a leadership team that really listens.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is excited about beginning or developing their teaching career.
- Creates a caring, inclusive and engaging classroom environment.
- Has a passion for learning and helping all children to succeed.
- Is reflective, open to feedback and eager to grow professionally.
- Enjoys being part of a team and believes in the power of collaboration.
- Brings energy, kindness, and a sense of humour to the role.
In return, we offer:
- Children who are kind, curious and full of potential.
- A welcoming and positive staff culture where everyone is valued.
- Personalised support from experienced teachers and leaders.
- Opportunities to take on responsibilities as your confidence grows.
- A school where your contribution will be recognised and celebrated.
Staff Benefits:
- 23-30 days annual leave increasing with years of service (support staff only)
- Nationally agreed pay award
- Free use of HBK Leisure facilities including gym, swimming pool, fitness classes
- Generous employee pension contribution scheme and death in service benefit (LGPS)
- CPD access and support
- Employee assistance package offering counselling & advice on a range of matters including financial, health, workplace, family
- Access to staff discounts from local suppliers
- Automatic service-linked salary increases within pay grade (contracted teaching and support staff)
- Eligibility for Blue Light Card & Costco Individual Membership
We encourage and warmly invite potential candidates to visit the school for a pre-application tour with one of our Co-Headteachers. To arrange a visit, please contact the school on 01480 375115.
Enquiries and applications to: Recruitment@acesmat.uk (CV’s will not be accepted)
Closing date: Midday Friday 28th November 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).
If you have a disability that you wish us to take into account during the application process or require adjustments to be made, please contact us directly.
ACES Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
ACES Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share that commitment. The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
Please be advised as an employer we do not hold a Sponsorship licence so are unable to support overseas applicants obtain right to work in the UK.
- Posted | 7 Nov 2025
Play Worker (GCA)
Play Worker
Godmanchester Community Academy, Park Lane, Godmanchester, PE29 2AG
Start date: As soon as possible
Date posted: Friday 7th November 2025
Closing date: Monday 8th December 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).
Contract type: Permanent, 13 hours per week (with possible additional hours on Professional days), 38 weeks per year (term time only).
Working pattern: Monday - Friday 07:45 am - 08:45 am & Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 15:00 pm - 17:00 pm
Salary: National Living Wage
Key responsibilities will include:
- Provide full care and supervision for children
- Work alongside colleagues to plan, prepare, and organise an appropriate range of activities
- Liaise with the school and parents/carers
- Prepare refreshments
- Attend meetings and training sessions as appropriate
We can offer:
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- A supportive and experienced team
- Being part of a local, ambitious Trust
Staff Benefits:
- 23-30 days annual leave increasing with years of service (support staff only)
- Nationally agreed pay award
- Free use of HBK Leisure facilities including gym, swimming pool, fitness classes
- Generous employee pension contribution scheme and death in service benefit (LGPS)
- CPD access and support
- Employee assistance package offering counselling & advice on a range of matters including financial, health, workplace, family
- Access to staff discounts from local suppliers
- Automatic service-linked salary increases within pay grade (contracted teaching and support staff)
- Eligibility for Blue Light Card & Costco Individual Membership
We encourage a pre application visit to the school or a telephone conversation. For further information, please contact Kate O'Connor on 01480 375115.
Enquiries and applications to: Recruitment@acesmat.uk (CV’s will not be accepted).
Closing date: Monday 8th December 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).
Interview: W/C 15th December 2025
If you have a disability that you wish us to take into account during the application process or require adjustments to be made, please contact us directly.
ACES Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
ACES Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share that commitment. The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
Please be advised as an employer we do not hold a Sponsorship license so are unable to support overseas applicants obtain right to work in the UK.
- Posted | 6 Nov 2025
Level 2 Teaching Assistant SEND (GBA)
Level 2 Teaching Assistant SEND
Godmanchester Bridge Academy, Butcher Drive, Godmanchester, Huntingdon, PE29 2NL
Start date: As soon as possible
Date posted: Thursday 6th November 2025
Closing date: Midday Thursday 20th November 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).
Contract type: Fixed-term until Easter 2026, 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday 08.45 am - 15.15 pm, with a 30-minute unpaid break, 38 weeks per year (term time only)
Salary: Level 2, Points 5–6, Namely £19,800 - £20,114 (FTE £25,583 - £25,989)
Godmanchester Bridge Academy is seeking to appoint a well organised, enthusiastic, and motivated Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 and in small groups with SEND children across the school.
This is a great opportunity to work in a growing school with a friendly but dedicated teaching team and wonderful children.
The ideal candidate will:
- Enjoy and have experience of working with a range of children with a variety of needs.
- Have experience in following teaching plans and using a wide range of positive behaviour strategies.
- Demonstrate good people skills and show commitment to working in a caring, supportive team.
- Be creative, flexible, and kind in their approach to supporting children to achieve their best.
- Be able to support the needs of children including intimate and medical care where needed.
We can offer:
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- A supportive and experienced teaching team
- Happy rewarding children who love learning
Staff Benefits:
- 23-30 days annual leave increasing with years of service
- O2 Staff discount
- Free use of on-site leisure facilities including gym and swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Generous employee pension contribution scheme and death in service benefit (LGPS)
- CPD access and support
- Employee assistance package (counselling & advice)
- Access to staff discounts from local suppliers
We encourage a pre-application visit to the school or telephone conversation with the Headteacher. For further information, please contact Claire Pirrie on 01480 276599.
Enquiries and applications to: Recruitment@acesmat.uk (CV’s will not be accepted)
Closing date: Midday Thursday 20th November 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).
If you have a disability that you wish us to take into account during the application process or require adjustments to be made, please contact us directly.
ACES Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
ACES Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share that commitment. The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
Please be advised as an employer we do not hold a Sponsorship license so are unable to support overseas applicants obtain right to work in the UK.
- Posted | 27 Oct 2025
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SPS)
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
Spaldwick Primary School, Royston Avenue, Spaldwick, Huntingdon, PE28 0TH
Start date: As soon as possible
Date posted: Monday 27th October 2025
Closing date: Friday 14th November 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).
Contract type: Fixed term until 31st August 2026, 18 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only), 3 days per week, 08:30am - 15:30pm, with an hour unpaid break - working days to be agreed at interview.
Salary: Level 4, Points 12–15, Namely £13,280 - £13,942 (FTE £28,598- £30,024)
We are looking for:
- HLTA or equivalent qualification
- A HLTA who is committed and passionate about making a positive difference to each and every child
- Knowledge of the national curriculum
- Commitment to planning and feedback in liaison with Class Teachers
- An inspiring HLTA who has high expectations for pupils’ learning, behaviour and achievement
- A practitioner with a good knowledge and understanding of teaching, learning and assessment
- A professional who works well in a team, can use their own initiative and is committed to their own professional development
In return we will give you:
- A supportive and dedicated team of staff, governors and parents
- Children who are enthusiastic, committed to learning and enjoy school
- Excellent classroom support from high quality teaching assistants
- Continual Professional Development and training
Staff Benefits:
- 23-30 days annual leave increasing with years of service (support staff only)
- Nationally agreed pay award
- Free use of HBK Leisure facilities including gym, swimming pool, fitness classes
- Generous employee pension contribution scheme and death in service benefit (LGPS)
- CPD access and support
- Employee assistance package offering counselling & advice on a range of matters including financial, health, workplace, family
- Access to staff discounts from local suppliers
- Automatic service-linked salary increases within pay grade (contracted teaching and support staff)
- Eligibility for Blue Light Card & Costco Individual Membership
We encourage a pre application visit to the school or telephone conversation with the Headteacher. For further information, please contact Louise Worrell on 01480 890371.
Enquiries and applications to: Recruitment@acesmat.uk (CV’s will not be accepted)
Closing date: Friday 14th November 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).
Interviews: W/B 17th November 2025
If you have a disability that you wish us to take into account during the application process or require adjustments to be made, please contact us directly.
ACES Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
ACES Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share that commitment. The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
Please be advised as an employer we do not hold a Sponsorship license so are unable to support overseas applicants obtain right to work in the UK.
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Cromwell Academy
Hinchingbrooke Park, Parkway, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 6JA
Tel: 01480 437830
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Hinchingbrooke School
Brampton Road, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE29 3BN
Tel: 01480 375700
Fax: 01480 420536
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Godmanchester Bridge Academy
Butcher Drive, Godmanchester, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE29 2NL
Tel: 01480 276599
Fax:
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Godmanchester Community Academy
Park Lane, Godmanchester, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE29 2AG
Tel: 01480 375115
Fax:
office@godmanchestercommunity.co.uk - Getting Here
Spaldwick Primary School
Royston Avenue, Spaldwick PE28 0TH
Tel: 01480 890371
Fax:
office@spaldwickschool.org.uk