Vacancies

Take a look at our latest vacancies, they are split by school so make sure to scroll through to see all of our opportunities.

Benedict Biscop CE Academy

There are currently no vacancies available. Please check back in the future for more opportunities.

Central Offices

Primary School Improvement Lead

Closing Date: 19/10/2026
Interview Date: 21/10/2026

Salary: L18 - L22

Working pattern: Teacher's Pay and Conditions

Contract: Permanent

Permanent position required as soon as possible L18-L22, £78,702 – £86,803 per annum Teachers’ Pay and Conditions We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and inspirational School Improvement Leader for Northern Lights Learning Trust, to work across our primary schools. This role involves working as part of the Central Education Team, working closely with the […]

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Head of People

Closing Date: 29/10/2026
Interview Date: 09/11/2026

Salary: SL5 - SL9

Working pattern: 37 hours per week, all year round

Contract: Permanent

Permanent position required as soon as possible. Based at Seaham Central Offices Trust Support Leadership Scale point 5 – 9 (£55,504 – £61,268) 37 hours per week, all year round Northern Lights Learning Trust are seeking to appoint to this newly created role of Head of People.  You will lead the people service in a […]

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People Officer

Closing Date: 29/10/2026
Interview Date: 09/11/2026

Salary: NJC SCP 18-22

Working pattern: 37 hours per week, all year around

Contract: Permanent

Permanent position required as soon as possible Based at Seaham Central Offices NJC SCP 18-22, £32,578 – £34,811 37 hours per week, all year round Northern Lights Learning Trust are seeking to appoint a People Officer to join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking Academy Trust. The role will be based at the Trust Central      Offices […]

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IT Technician

Closing Date: 02/11/2026
Interview Date: 09/11/2026

Salary: NJC SCP 11-15

Working pattern: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Permanent position required as soon as possible To cover multiple sites in Darlington, Stockton, Hartlepool and our central office in Seaham NJC SCP 11-15 (£29,071-£31,015) 37 hours per week, all year round Green Book Are you: If so, we would really welcome your application.

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Dame Dorothy Primary School

There are currently no vacancies available. Please check back in the future for more opportunities.

Firthmoor Primary School

Teaching Assistant x4

Closing Date: 13/10/2026
Interview Date: 20/10/2026

Salary: NJC SCP5

Working pattern: 37 hours per week

Contract: x2 Temporary / x2 Permanent

2 x Temporary positions until 31.08.27 2 x Permanent Positions required as soon as possible Firthmoor Primary School Level 2 Teaching Assistant SCP5 £26,427 FTE salary – £13.70 per hour 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time plus 5 PD days). Are you enthusiastic, organised and welcoming?  Would you like to make a difference […]

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Grange Primary School

There are currently no vacancies available. Please check back in the future for more opportunities.

Hart Primary School

There are currently no vacancies available. Please check back in the future for more opportunities.

Holley Park Academy

There are currently no vacancies available. Please check back in the future for more opportunities.

Ian Ramsey

Attendance Officer

Closing Date: 18/10/2026
Interview Date: TBC

Salary: NJC SCP 12 - 15

Working pattern: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Permanent position required as soon as possible Ian Ramsey CE Academy NJC SCP 12-15 (£29,542 – £31,015 FTE) £25,296.86 – £26,558.19 actual salary 37 hours per week, term time only, plus 5 inset days We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Attendance Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a vital role […]

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Science Technician

Closing Date: 18/10/2026
Interview Date: TBC

Salary: NJC SCP 3-4

Working pattern: 22.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Permanent Ian Ramsey CE Academy Required as soon as possible NJC SCP 3-4 £25,614 – £26,016 FTE £11,650.06 – £11,832.90 pro rata 22.5 hours (3 days per week) Term time only, plus 5 PD days (39 weeks) We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our Science Technician Support Team. The successful […]

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Cleaner x3

Closing Date: 11/10/2026
Interview Date: TBC

Salary: NJC SCP3

Working pattern: See advert for details

Contract: Permanent

Permanent position required for Ian Ramsey CE Academy NJC SCP3 – £25,614 FTE Position 1: 15 hours per week, all year round Position 2: 20 hours per week, all year round Position 3: 29 hours per week, Term Time + 5 PD days + 10 days Northern Lights Learning Trust are looking for 3x cleaners […]

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Head of Year (Part Time)

Closing Date: 11/10/2026
Interview Date: TBC

Salary: NJC SCP 18-22

Working pattern: 22.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Permanent Required as soon as possible NJC SCP 18-22 £32,578 – £34,811 FTE (£14,893.49 – £15,914.34 pro rata actual salary) 22.5 hours per week Term time only plus 3 professional development days, plus 3 additional days (39.2 Weeks) Working Pattern: 8am-4pm The successful candidate should:    If so, we would really welcome your application.  

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Second in Science

Closing Date: 11/10/2026
Interview Date: TBC

Salary: MPS - UPS

Working pattern: 32.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Permanent position required as soon as possible Ian Ramsey CE Academy MPS – UPS (+TLR 2b – £5,872) 32.5 hours per week  Teacher’s Pay and Conditions  Ian Ramsey CE Academy is seeking to employ a dynamic, outstanding professional who will inspire and motivate all within our school community. The role of Second in Science is […]

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Teacher of Science

Closing Date: 11/10/2026
Interview Date: TBC

Salary: MPS-UPS

Working pattern: Full Time

Contract: Permanent

Teacher of Science Permanent position required as soon as possible Ian Ramsey CE Academy MPS – UPS 32.5 hours per week  Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Ian Ramsey CE Academy is seeking to employ a dynamic, outstanding professional who will inspire and motivate all within our school community.     The successful candidate should:   If so, we would […]

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St Aidans CE Academy

There are currently no vacancies available. Please check back in the future for more opportunities.

St Helens Primary School

There are currently no vacancies available. Please check back in the future for more opportunities.

St Peters Elwick Primary School

Catering Assistant

Closing Date: 15/10/2026
Interview Date: 20/10/2026

Salary: NJC SCP 3-4

Working pattern: 15 hours per week

Contract: Fixed Term

Fixed term position required for St Peter’s Elwick CE Primary School Required as soon as possible, until July 2027 NJC SCP 3-4: £25,614 – £26,016 FTE 15 hours, Term time only plus INSET days Applications close: Thursday 15th October 2026 Interviews will take place on: Tuesday 20th October 2026 Applications should be made on the […]

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Tilery Primary School

Teaching Assistant

Closing Date: 02/11/2026
Interview Date: 11/11/2026

Salary: NJC SCP 6-7

Working pattern: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Contract: Permanent

LEVEL 3 Permanent position required as soon as possible Tilery Primary School NJC SCP 6 – 7, £26,847 – £27,274 FTE £20,193.15 – £20,494.01 actual salary 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time plus 5 PD days) Are you enthusiastic, organised and welcoming?   Would you like to make a difference to […]

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Lunchtime Supervisor x3

Closing Date: 16/10/2026
Interview Date: 21/10/2026

Salary: SCP3

Working pattern: 5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Permanent position required as soon as possible Tilery Primary School NJC SCP 3 £24,796 FTE actual £2,801.83 (pay award pending) 5 hours per week, Term Time Only Position 1: 11:30am – 12:30pm Position 2: 11:45am – 12:45pm Position 3: 12:00pm – 13:00pm Do you… If so, we would really welcome your application.

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Venerable Bede CE Academy

Site Supervisor

Closing Date: 11/10/2026
Interview Date: 16/10/2026

Salary: NJC SCP 7-11

Working pattern: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Venerable Bede CE Academy Contract: Permanent  Required as soon as possible NJC SCP 7-11 £27,247 – £29,071 37 hours per week, all year round Early and Late Shifts, Out of Hours Cover Green Book Pay and Conditions The successful candidate should have:    If this is you, we would really welcome your application.

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Future Job Opportunities:

At Northern Lights Learning Trust, we’re always on the lookout for dedicated and talented individuals. Even if our current vacancies don’t match your skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Express your interest in joining our team by emailing recruitment@nllt.co.uk and we’ll keep your details on file for future opportunities.


If you are an ECT interested in working for Northern Lights Learning Trust, please take a look at our below brochure which outlines the fantastic offer of support and professional development we provide. If you have any questions, please contact info@nllt.co.uk

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