We are seeking individuals who are interested in joining our board of trustees, to lead the Trust into the next phase of our development. We wish to appoint people who knows what steps are needed to improve a school in a sustainable manner, but with pace, and who has the inspirational and organisational qualities to take a strategic lead on that journey, whilst preserving and further developing the beliefs, values and culture of the Academies within the Trust.

What does the role offer?

1. A chance to develop your own personal skills
2. Access to a programme of free training in respect of education/governance matters
3. A sense of achievement in helping make a difference to children reaching their potential
4. Support and guidance from fellow trustees

Person specification

In looking to fill these vacancies we are interested in applications from people with the skills outlined below:

Audit, finance and risk

The trust seeks a trustee with strong audit, finance and risk experience. The ideal candidate will have a background in a charity or non-profit organisation, as well as demonstrating experience from a commercial, retail or industry setting, including evidence of contribution to growing a business, chain of businesses or franchises, as well as experience of head office and organisational development, including driving efficiency improvements in central services.

Education and School Improvement

The trust seeks a trustee who possesses skills and experience from across the educational landscape, with a specific requirement for school leadership. Experience of working in a role with responsibility for school improvement is welcomed.

Business, Governance and Human Resources

The trust seeks individuals who possess a strong ‘general’ skillset from across the business sphere, with a specific requirement for growth management. Experience working in a role with responsibility for corporate governance, legal services or human resources would be valuable.

Commitment

Trusteeship is a voluntary, unpaid role for people who have the energy and skills to make a real contribution to shaping the future of our schools. You do not need to have any specialist knowledge of education.

The time commitment is approximately 4 hours per month during term time as a minimum. Board meetings are held at the Trust’s registered office at Ashton Sixth Form College (OL6 9RL), mainly in the evenings.

Apply

To find out more and request an application form, contact our Head of Governance, Carolyn Haigh at c.j.haigh@spt.ac.uk.

Trustees are essential for the effectiveness and success of Stamford Park Trust and its academies; it is an extremely rewarding and fulfilling role and we recommend you view the following links for more information about the role: https://www.stamfordparktrust.ac.uk/ and https://governorsforschools.org.uk/elearning/

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure checks.

Required for 1st September 2026

Teacher of Maths

Salary: Teachers Main Scale / UPS

Contract: Permanent – Full time

We are looking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic and multi-skilled Teacher of Maths to deliver high-quality lessons across KS3 and KS4. If you are an effective team player with a positive, proactive approach and a genuine passion for mathematics education, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Working within our highly skilled and forward-thinking Maths Faculty, under the direction of the Faculty Leader and Lead Practitioner, the successful candidate will share our exceptionally high expectations of what pupils can achieve. You will have a strong understanding of how pupils learn mathematics and a commitment to developing deep, secure and connected understanding for all learners.

Our Maths Faculty is collaborative, research-informed and innovative. We work closely with our local Maths Hub and actively engage with wider professional networks to ensure our curriculum and pedagogy remain at the forefront of mathematics education. Together, we continually refine our curriculum design, sequencing and teaching approaches to promote fluency, reasoning and problem-solving. We are united in our drive to secure excellent progress and foster genuine confidence and resilience in mathematics.

Collaboration is central to our practice. Staff plan together, share expertise and engage in meaningful professional dialogue. We value strong working relationships with colleagues, pupils, parents and the wider school community, recognising that collective effort underpins sustained success.

To be successful in this application, you must be able to demonstrate that you can motivate, engage and inspire pupils of all ages and abilities, contributing positively to our culture of Excellence and Ambition for All. You will be committed to maintaining high standards of behaviour, academic rigour and inclusion, ensuring that every pupil feels supported and challenged to achieve her full potential.

As a very popular, high-achieving and oversubscribed 11–16 girls’ Academy, part of the Stamford Park Trust, we have a strong reputation for outstanding teaching and learning. This is achieved through a supportive programme of personal development, high expectations of pupil behaviour, and a deeply inclusive ethos that empowers young women to succeed.

We offer excellent support and high-quality CPD, with a strong whole-school focus on the continuous development of learning and teaching. This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming, ambitious and innovative faculty within a positive working environment, where you can make a valued contribution to our ongoing development.

Details and an application form can be obtained from our website at: www.stamfordparktrust.ac.uk

Please email completed application forms to hr@spt.ac.uk before the application deadline.

CLOSING DATE:         9.00am on Friday 6th March 2026

INTERVIEWS:             w/c Monday 9th March 2026

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.

Fairfield is an equal opportunities employer, who is committed to safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing of children and expects our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

We are seeking two individuals to join our Local Governing Body (LGB) as governors.

Joining the LGB is a vital role in our vision of Excellence and Ambition for all. 

As a governor, you will have a significant impact on students, staff, and the community by upholding the highest standards and embodying our vision and values.

This is a voluntary, unpaid position for individuals who are energetic and skilled, and who want to contribute to shaping the future of our schools. No specialist knowledge of education is required.

The minimum time commitment is approximately 4 hours per month during term time. Board meetings are held in the evenings.

What’s in it for you?

• An opportunity to develop your personal skills
• Access to free training on education and governance matters
• A sense of accomplishment from helping young people reach their potential

If you’re passionate about empowering and supporting our staff and students, we want to hear from you!

To find out more and request an application form, contact our Head of Governance, Carolyn Haigh at c.j.haigh@spt.ac.uk.

We are seeking two individuals to join our Local Governing Body (LGB) as governors.

Joining the LGB is a vital role in our vision of Excellence and Ambition for all. 

As a governor, you will have a significant impact on students, staff, and the community by upholding the highest standards and embodying our vision and values.

This is a voluntary, unpaid position for individuals who are energetic and skilled, and who want to contribute to shaping the future of our schools. No specialist knowledge of education is required.

The minimum time commitment is approximately 4 hours per month during term time. Board meetings are held in the evenings.

What’s in it for you?

• An opportunity to develop your personal skills
• Access to free training on education and governance matters
• A sense of accomplishment from helping young people reach their potential

If you’re passionate about empowering and supporting our staff and students, we want to hear from you!

To find out more and request an application form, contact our Head of Governance, Carolyn Haigh at c.j.haigh@spt.ac.uk.

Lead Practitioner - English

Lead Practitioner Pay Scale 5-9 ( £57,418- £63,381)

Closing Date- 23rd February 2026 

Interview date- 25th February 2026

We are seeking to appoint an energetic and hardworking Lead Practitioner in English. Our ideal candidate will have a passionate and uncompromising commitment to student achievement and be a believer in the potential of young people, with a mind-set that all young people can experience success.

The successful candidate will be a highly successful and experienced teacher/leader of English who will join our English team to play a leading and highly visible role in the ongoing development and improvement of teaching and learning across the Faculty and academic success of all students, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning and achievement in the subject area.

As Lead Practitioner of English, the successful candidate will work to provide outstanding learning opportunities and instill a love of learning. The successful applicant will join a thriving, well-resourced department and a team of highly committed professionals who are passionate about raising standards and learning outcomes for all students. This is an exciting opportunity for you to develop your own career in a challenging, innovative and highly supportive secondary environment. We will invest in you and provide you with the best resourcing and a personal programme of professional development and improvement.

Rayner Stephens as part of Stamford Park Trust is committed to collaborating, supporting and challenging each other in achieving our vision of 'Excellence and Ambition for all.' Rayner Stephens High School is an 11-16 academy set in Dukinfield, Tameside. We are an inclusive school, part of the family of schools that make up the Stamford Park Trust. Our core purpose is to support learners of all abilities and backgrounds to develop high aspirations, believe in themselves and achieve their full potential. We expect all students to work hard and aim high in order for them to succeed academically and personally. Our whole school community has much to be proud of. We value our students as our greatest asset and encourage student leadership and student voice so they can be fully engaged in all aspects of the school.

Our students are provided with excellent opportunities in all areas of the curriculum. The successful candidate will play a key role in our continuing journey of improvement as we work relentlessly to ensure all students are supported to achieve their full potential and flourish in all aspects of school life. Rayner Stephens High School is a highly inclusive school, with a strong vision for ongoing improvement.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory enhanced status checks from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The school promotes equal opportunities.

Application Process For further information please visit the school website or contact HR@SPT.AC.UK via email.

Visits for prospective candidates can also be arranged by contacting Mrs Partovnia at T.J.Partovnia@rshs.spt.ac.uk.