Apprentice Teacher at Astrum Multi Academy Trust

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/AMAT/77443
  Location
161 Gresham Drive, Chadwell Heath, Romford, Greater London, RM6 4TR
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£26,789.00 - £26,789.00 Annually (Actual)
UQT1
  Closing Date
9:00am, Mon 20th Apr, 2026
  Start Date
01.09.2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
W/C 27.04.2026
   Interview Date(s)           W/C 27.04.2026
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About this Role

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to actively share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and online searches, in line with Safer Recruitment guidance and the need to maintain a safe culture.

It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity. 

Our safeguarding culture is underpinned by policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust.  On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.


About this Role

Hatchside has recently opened a second site to accommodate Early Years and Key Stage 1. This is located next to Mayespark Primary.  

*Please note that this role is based at  our Hatchside Infants site at Mayespark Primary, Goodmayes Lane, Goodmayes, Ilford, Essex, IG3 9PX*

Hatchside School’s ethos is based on the principles of best Early Years’ practice and our aspiration is for Hatchside School to become a role model to other schools and settings for children with SEND, becoming known as a beacon of good practice.

Hatchside School is looking to appoint adaptable, motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Teacher to teach an Early Years Foundation Stage/lower Key Stage 1 class of pupils. We welcome applications from those with some experience in this area of work or those wishing to develop a career in a special school environment. Staff should be able to demonstrate currency of knowledge in terms of early years practice and SEND (or the willingness to engage in updating this when in post).

We welcome applications from those with some experience in this area of work or those wishing to develop a career in a special school environment. Staff should be able to demonstrate currency of knowledge in terms of early years practice and SEND (or the willingness to engage in updating this when in post).

 We are looking to appoint highly motivated and enthusiastic Early Years practitioners who:

  • Holds or is working towards a full and relevant Level 5 qualification or degree
  • Can demonstrate a current knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Framework, early years practice and its implications for pupils with disabilities and learning difficulties (or a willingness to engage in updating this when in post)
  • Has a good understanding of how children learn and develop
  • Is self-motivated, resilient and flexible
  • Can build effective, positive relationships and work collaboratively with all stakeholders including parents/carers, therapy teams and other specialist services to support the development of the pupils and ensure the best outcomes possible
  • Enjoys a challenge and wants to be part of team of an exciting journey in setting up a new school

We are dedicated to providing a range of induction and continuing professional development opportunities to the successful candidate and look forward to hearing from applicants with suitable skills and experience.

Why join us?

  • Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme
  • Generous Pension Schemes
  • Family-friendly working policies
  • Extensive support and development opportunities
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Free onsite parking
  • Free tea and coffee
  • Great location close to TfL Elizabeth and Central Lines
  • And more…

Astrum values diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.    We celebrate and embrace unique individuality, background and heritage.

We are a ‘Disability Confident Employer’ and all our application forms hide your personal information so we can focus solely on your experience, skills and qualities. 

We believe in fostering a work environment that supports work-life balance. We are open to flexible working arrangements, including remote work, flexible hours, and part-time opportunities.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date.  With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.



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