ACES Academies Trust

Godmanchester Community Academy, Park Lane, Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire, PE29 2AG.

Date posted: Tuesday 2nd December 2025

Start date: January 2026

Contract type: This is a permanent appointment for 27.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only).

Salary: Level 1/2 dependent on experience, namely Level 1, Points 2 - 4, £17,320 - £17867 (FTE £24,413 - £25,185)

Level 2, Points 5 - 6, £18,150 - £18,438 (FTE £25,583 – £25,989)

Closing date: Midday, Friday 12th December 2025

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Godmanchester Community Academy is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the team as a Level 1/2 High Needs Teaching Assistant. This is a great opportunity to work in a school with a friendly and 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
• Be calm and solution-focused
• Be proactive and show initiative
• Be creative, flexible and kind in their approach to supporting children to achieve their best
• Have a good sense of fun and want to be part of a whole staff team

In return we offer:

• Excellent professional development opportunities
• A supportive and experienced teaching team
• Happy rewarding children who love learning
• Excellent resources and the wider career development opportunities afforded by a multi-academy trust

Staff benefits:

• O2 Staff discount
• Free use of HBK Leisure facilities including gym, swimming pool and fitness classes
• Free car parking
• 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
• Automatic annual salary increments within pay grade (contracted support staff)
• Access to staff discounts from local suppliers

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Please call 01480 375115 or email office@gca.acesmat.uk to book an appointment, arrange an informal discussion or to find out more information about the role.

Please send completed applications to recruitment@acesmat.uk (CV's will not be accepted)

Closing date: Midday, Friday 12th December 2025

Interview date: Monday 15th December 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert early, subject to receipt of suitable applicants)

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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.

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Caretaker

Godmanchester Community Academy, Park Lane, Godmanchester, Huntingdon, PE29 2AG

Start date: January 2026 (subject to pre- employment checks) 

Date posted: Tuesday 2nd December 2025

Closing date: Midday Friday 12th December 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).   

Contract type: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Monday - Thursday 08:00am - 16:00pm and Friday 08:00am - 15:30pm, with a 30-minute unpaid break, 52 weeks per year.

Salary: Scale 4, Point 7 - 11, namely £26,403 - £28,142

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This is an important role at the heart of our school community, requiring an excellent eye for detail, a solution-focused mindset and a strong commitment to health and safety. Your work will directly support our school values of Kindness and Hard Work, helping to create an environment where every child can thrive.

About the Role

As our Caretaker, you will:

• Maintain the security of the school, including intruder alarms, gates, doors and emergency call-out duties as a key holder.
• Carry out daily health and safety checks, responding quickly to hazards and ensuring pupils and staff are safe at all times.
• Complete statutory compliance tasks such as water hygiene checks, boiler monitoring, fire alarm testing, emergency lighting checks, sprinkler system checks, meter readings and playground inspections.
• Undertake routine maintenance, repairs and minor refurbishment, ensuring the school remains in excellent working order.
• Support the smooth running of our busy school day by managing deliveries, moving furniture, setting up halls and supporting staff where needed.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation across the site, including occasional cleaning tasks, litter picking and monitoring external bin collections.
• Liaise with and supervise external contractors, ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Carry out routine grounds maintenance, ensuring our outdoor spaces are safe, tidy and inviting for pupils.
• Monitor stock levels of consumables and maintenance supplies, ensuring the school remains well resourced.
• Build positive relationships with staff, pupils and visitors, modelling the welcoming ethos of Godmanchester Community Academy.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

•  Takes pride in caring for a school environment and understands their role as a custodian of our site.
•  Has strong practical and maintenance skills, with confidence in tackling a wide range of basic repairs.
•  Can identify issues quickly and respond with practical, solution-focused actions.
• Understands and applies health and safety expectations in a school setting.
• Is reliable, trustworthy and able to work independently with initiative.
• Can be flexible, adaptable and calm in a busy school environment.
• Communicates clearly and works well as part of a supportive team.

Why Join Godmanchester Community Academy?

• A welcoming and diverse school community at the heart of the town
• Supportive colleagues and strong pastoral ethos
• Opportunities for professional development
• A role where your work makes a visible, meaningful difference every day

If you take pride in your work and want to contribute to a school where children feel safe, valued and ready to learn, we would love to hear from you.

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We encourage and warmly invite potential candidates to visit the school for a pre-application tour with our Headteacher. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01480 375115.

Enquiries and applications to: Recruitment@acesmat.uk (CV’s will not be accepted)     

Closing date: Midday Friday 12th December 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).   

Interview: Week beginning Monday 15th December 2025

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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.

 

Welfare and Thrive Administrator

Godmanchester Community Academy, Park Lane, Godmanchester, Huntingdon, PE29 2AG

Start date: January 2026 (subject to pre- employment checks)  

Date posted: Monday 1st December 2025

Closing date: Midday Friday 12th December 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).   

Contract type: Permanent, 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday 08:45am - 15:15 pm, with a 30-minute unpaid break, 39 weeks per year (term time + 5 inset days).

Salary: Scale 4, Point 7 - 11, namely £18,361 - £19,570 (FTE £26,403 - £28,142)

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As a central member of our pastoral and safeguarding team, you will be a trusted adult for pupils, offering welfare check-ins, emotional support and early intervention for those experiencing difficulties with attendance, wellbeing or engagement. You will also be the first point of contact for parents and carers who have concerns about their child’s welfare, offering guidance, reassurance and signposting to external services.

The successful candidate will act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) and Mental Health First Aider (training offered), working closely with our Senior Leadership Team, Attendance Officer and external agencies to ensure timely support for children and families. You will help lead Early Help processes, contribute to multi-agency meetings and support the development of attendance plans for pupils who require additional encouragement or structure.

Alongside the pastoral elements of the role, you will support our school office with key administration tasks, helping maintain accurate records, assist with daily communication and contribute to the smooth running of the school day.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children, families or safeguarding teams
• Builds warm, respectful and trusting relationships
• Is calm, organised and able to respond flexibly in a fast-paced environment
• Understands safeguarding procedures and the importance of confidentiality
• Approaches all tasks with kindness, professionalism and a commitment to children’s welfare

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming, supportive staff team
• A role where no two days are the same
• Training and development in safeguarding, mental health and attendance processes
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and families

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    

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We encourage and warmly invite potential candidates to visit the school for a pre-application tour with our Headteacher. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01480 375115 . 

Enquiries and applications to: Recruitment@acesmat.uk (CV’s will not be accepted)     

Closing date: Midday Friday 12th December 2025 (We reserve the right to close this advert subject to receipt of suitable applicants).   

Interview: Week beginning Monday 15th December 2025

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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. 

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 

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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   

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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

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  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.