Be a Part of a Community Driven by Opportunity at Harwich and Dovercourt High School

Are you an organised, calm and proactive professional ready to help shape the daily life of a busy secondary school? Do you want to work in a community where strong relationships, high expectations and genuine care for young people sit at the heart of everything we do?

At HDHS, we believe every student deserves to feel that they belong, can believe in themselves and their future, and are supported to become the very best version of themselves. We are committed to creating calm, purposeful environments where students feel known, valued and challenged to succeed.

We are seeking to appoint an Associate Teacher Manager to play a key role in the operational organisation of the school and the leadership of our Associate Teacher team. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines the day-to-day delivery of Associate Teacher responsibilities with leadership, coordination and operational management responsibilities.

The successful candidate will work closely with leaders, teachers and support staff to ensure the smooth running of the school day, high-quality classroom cover and consistent expectations for students.

Whether you are an experienced Associate Teacher looking to progress into leadership, or an existing operational colleague seeking a new challenge, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can thrive professionally.

• The successful candidate will work 37 hours per week.
• This is a 39-week-per-year role, which includes term time plus non-pupil days.

A Day in the Life:

You’ll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

• Coordinate the daily deployment of the Associate Teacher team and support the smooth operational running of the school day

• Deliver high-quality classroom supervision during the short-term absence of teaching staff

• Support the induction, training and development of Associate Teachers

• Monitor and quality assure the work of the Associate Teacher team to ensure high standards of classroom practice, behaviour management and student engagement

• Coordinate staffing, rooming and short-term timetable adjustments where required

• Liaise with external supply agencies and maintain accurate operational records

• Support the development of Associate Teacher resources that promote reading, writing and cultural capital

What We’re Looking For:

You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• Successful experience working with children in a school or similar environment

• Experience supervising whole classes or supporting learning within a secondary school setting

• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt quickly to changing situations

• The ability to lead, support and work collaboratively with colleagues

• A commitment to high expectations, consistency and positive relationships with young people

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?

We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish

• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme

• A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being

• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision “To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts”, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:

Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by 25th June 2026 at Midnight via My New Term. 

• Shortlisting date:  26th June 2026
• Interview date: 2nd July 2026 

Nb: Only fully completed application forms will be accepted. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a large number of applications.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.