SAST
About SAST
We are a family of 18 schools across Dorset and Somerset, working together to deliver educational excellence for all of the children within our communities.
Our Mission
Flourishing Children
At the heart of the vision are the children. SAST is dedicated to helping every child flourish —academically, emotionally, and socially. This involves fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where students feel safe, encouraged, and inspired to grow. By focusing on individual strengths, talents, and wellbeing, we aim to develop confident, capable young people who are prepared for the challenges and opportunities of life.
Flourishing Schools
Flourishing schools are learning communities. SAST recognises that strong, dynamic schools are essential for effective learning. We want our schools to be vibrant educational environments where leaders, teachers, and support staff, work collaboratively to deliver excellent outcomes. Through innovative teaching practices, continuous professional development, and a focus on wellbeing, SAST schools aim to be beacons of educational excellence, offering a holistic experience that goes beyond the classroom.
Flourishing Communities
SAST believes that schools are at the heart of their communities. When schools thrive, so do the neighbourhoods and families around them. The “Flourishing Communities” aspect of our mission emphasises the role of schools as hubs of local life, fostering strong relationships with parents, local organisations, and businesses. By engaging with and contributing to the community, SAST hopes to create a cycle of positive impact, where education not only benefits individuals but strengthens the community.
Together, these three pillars encapsulate SAST’s commitment to creating an environment where everyone can flourish in harmony.
Our schools are in one of the most beautiful regions of the country, with Sherborne itself being described as ‘one of the most drop-dead-gorgeous towns in the country’ and having the feel of ‘a small cathedral city’. It is a centre of excellence for education with a wide range of state and private schools in the area. There are easy road and direct rail links to London, Bath, Bristol, Exeter and the glorious Dorset coast and countryside. It is a great area in which to live, offering something for everyone.
SAST Vacancies
Childcare Assistant
Childcare Assistant
Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
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Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
We seek an outstanding childcare assistant who possesses a clear vision and a deep passion for nurturing the potential in every child, someone who can truly transform our school environment.
- Casual Contract | N/A
- £12.45 - £12.65 Hourly
Grade 3, Scale Point 3 - 4 (subject to experience)
Class Teacher
Class Teacher
Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
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Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
We are looking to appoint an exceptional Teacher or ECT with energy and enthusiasm and a love of teaching to join our school. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a school within a Trust with great...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (Actual)
Teachers’ Pay Scales: M1 – UPS3
Childcare Supervisor
Childcare Supervisor
Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
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Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
We seek an outstanding childcare supervisor who possesses a clear vision and a deep passion for nurturing the potential in every child, someone who can truly transform our school environment.
- Casual Contract | Not Applicable
- £12.85 - £13.05 Hourly
Grade 5, Scale Point 5 - 6 (subject to experience)
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
St Andrew's Primary School have an exciting opportunity for a hardworking, dedicated and creative Teaching Assistant, to join their outstanding team
- Fixed Term | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £17,563.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 6, Point 6: £17,563 per annum
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
We are looking to appoint an exceptional Higher Level Teaching Assistant with energy and enthusiasm to join our team at St Andrew’s Primary School, Fontmell Magna.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £22,155.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 9, Scale Point 19: £22,155 per annum
Exam Invigilator
Exam Invigilator
Shaftesbury School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
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Shaftesbury School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
Are you looking for a flexible role where you can make a difference in students’ lives? We're seeking enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our dedicated team of Exam Invigilators.
- Casual Contract/Term Time Only | Not Applicable
- £12.65 Hourly
Grade 3, Scale Point 4: £12.65 per hour
Teacher Support Assistant
Teacher Support Assistant
St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School, Gillingham, Dorset
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St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School, Gillingham, Dorset
We are looking to appoint a friendly and dedicated Teacher Support Assistant with energy and enthusiasm and a love for working with young people to join our team on a casual basis.
- Casual Contract | Part-Time
- £12.85 Hourly
Grade 5, Point 5: £12.85 per hour (plus additional 12% holiday pay)
Class Teacher
Class Teacher
Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
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Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Class Teacher to join our team.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (Actual)
Teachers' Main Pay Scales M1-M6
Adventurous Training Lead
Adventurous Training Lead
The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset
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The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset
We are excited to announce an opening for an Adventurous Training Lead. The ideal candidate will play a key role in fostering a vibrant culture of outdoor learning for staff, volunteers, and students ...
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £34,314.00 - £38,626.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 10, Point 24 - 29: £34,314 - £38,626 per annum (subject to experience)
Adventurous Training Assistant
Adventurous Training Assistant
The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset
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The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset
We are excited to announce an opening for an Adventurous Training Assistant. The successful candidate will be responsible for the support, development and delivery of the Gryphon School’s Adventurou...
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £25,183.00 - £26,409.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 6, Point 6 - 9: £25,183 - £26,409 per annum (subject to experience)
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Part of SAST
SAST Vacancies
Childcare Assistant
Childcare Assistant
Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
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Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
We seek an outstanding childcare assistant who possesses a clear vision and a deep passion for nurturing the potential in every child, someone who can truly transform our school environment.
- Casual Contract | N/A
- £12.45 - £12.65 Hourly
Grade 3, Scale Point 3 - 4 (subject to experience)
Class Teacher
Class Teacher
Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
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Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
We are looking to appoint an exceptional Teacher or ECT with energy and enthusiasm and a love of teaching to join our school. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a school within a Trust with great...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (Actual)
Teachers’ Pay Scales: M1 – UPS3
Childcare Supervisor
Childcare Supervisor
Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
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Sherborne Primary School, Sherborne, Dorset
We seek an outstanding childcare supervisor who possesses a clear vision and a deep passion for nurturing the potential in every child, someone who can truly transform our school environment.
- Casual Contract | Not Applicable
- £12.85 - £13.05 Hourly
Grade 5, Scale Point 5 - 6 (subject to experience)
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
St Andrew's Primary School have an exciting opportunity for a hardworking, dedicated and creative Teaching Assistant, to join their outstanding team
- Fixed Term | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £17,563.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 6, Point 6: £17,563 per annum
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
We are looking to appoint an exceptional Higher Level Teaching Assistant with energy and enthusiasm to join our team at St Andrew’s Primary School, Fontmell Magna.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £22,155.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 9, Scale Point 19: £22,155 per annum
Exam Invigilator
Exam Invigilator
Shaftesbury School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
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Shaftesbury School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
Are you looking for a flexible role where you can make a difference in students’ lives? We're seeking enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our dedicated team of Exam Invigilators.
- Casual Contract/Term Time Only | Not Applicable
- £12.65 Hourly
Grade 3, Scale Point 4: £12.65 per hour
Teacher Support Assistant
Teacher Support Assistant
St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School, Gillingham, Dorset
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St Mary the Virgin Church of England Primary School, Gillingham, Dorset
We are looking to appoint a friendly and dedicated Teacher Support Assistant with energy and enthusiasm and a love for working with young people to join our team on a casual basis.
- Casual Contract | Part-Time
- £12.85 Hourly
Grade 5, Point 5: £12.85 per hour (plus additional 12% holiday pay)
Class Teacher
Class Teacher
Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
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Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School, Shaftesbury, Dorset
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Class Teacher to join our team.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £43,607.00 Annually (Actual)
Teachers' Main Pay Scales M1-M6
Adventurous Training Lead
Adventurous Training Lead
The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset
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The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset
We are excited to announce an opening for an Adventurous Training Lead. The ideal candidate will play a key role in fostering a vibrant culture of outdoor learning for staff, volunteers, and students ...
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £34,314.00 - £38,626.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 10, Point 24 - 29: £34,314 - £38,626 per annum (subject to experience)
Adventurous Training Assistant
Adventurous Training Assistant
The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset
-
The Gryphon School, Sherborne, Dorset
We are excited to announce an opening for an Adventurous Training Assistant. The successful candidate will be responsible for the support, development and delivery of the Gryphon School’s Adventurou...
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £25,183.00 - £26,409.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade 6, Point 6 - 9: £25,183 - £26,409 per annum (subject to experience)
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Part of SAST
Are you looking for a different role at SAST? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
