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About The Sigma Trust

At The Sigma Trust, we believe every child deserves the chance to reach their full potential. We offer an education that sparks curiosity, builds resilience, and equips students with the skills to face the future confidently. Committed to leaving no child or school behind, our shared values and vision guide us in providing an enriched educational experience that helps students uncover their passions and lead fulfilling lives.

The Greek letter Sigma (Σ), meaning "the sum of," perfectly reflects our philosophy: we achieve more together than individually. Through collaboration and shared best practices, we create opportunities that benefit all students and staff within our Trust.

Established in 2016, The Sigma Trust has flourished into a partnership of 12 schools across North East Essex, proudly serving approximately 11,500 pupils and their communities. Over 1,700 dedicated staff members share our vision and support this endeavour.

Our distinctive approach, with no single lead school, emphasises collaboration.

The Sigma Trust Vacancies

Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex

The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex

The Thomas Lord Audley School are looking for an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to help support in their goal of helping every student reach their full potential.

  Permanent/Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £19,265.00 - £19,570.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Senior Science Technician

Senior Science Technician

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of a well established and dynamic team. We require a Senior Science Technician who will support the learning needs of students by providing technical...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £23,365.00 - £24,517.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

St Helena School, Colchester, Essex

St Helena School, Colchester, Essex

We're looking for a proactive and flexible Kitchen Assistant to join our established catering team.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £12,927.00 - £13,129.00 Annually (Actual)
      Local Government Pay Scale 2, Point 3-4
New SHARE

Cleaner

Cleaner

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

We are seeking an outstanding cleaner to join our friendly team. In this role you will be undertaking cleaning within the school using a variety of methods.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £8,940.00 - £8,940.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Classroom Teacher (Reception) - Maternity Cover until 31st August 2026

Classroom Teacher (Reception) - Maternity Cover until 31st August 2026

Holland Park Primary School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Holland Park Primary School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are seeking a dedicated Reception Class Teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover, running from 1st January 2026 (or as soon as possible) until 31st August 2026.

  Maternity Cover | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
      Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale (M1 - U3)
New SHARE

Director of SEND

Director of SEND

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

We're looking for a dedicated Director of SEND to become a vital part of our professional body and help us create an environment where every student knows, understands, and believes that the opportuni...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £60,145.00 - £66,368.00 Annually (FTE)
      Leadership Scale L7 - L11
New SHARE

Careers Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Careers Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Careers Advsior to join our community for a fixed term to cover maternity and help us continue our mission of providing the best possible outcomes for our students.

  Maternity Cover | Part-Time
  £16.62 - £18.35 Hourly
New SHARE

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

We're looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to become a vital part of our professional body and help us create an environment where every student knows, understands, and believes that the opportu...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £16,823.00 - £17,091.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Minibus Driver - Casual hours

Minibus Driver - Casual hours

Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex

Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for casual hours minibus drivers who can be a key part of providing more opportunities in our community. This role will mostly support our Sigma Sixth Sports Academy on Wednesday fixtur...

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £13.26 - £13.47 Hourly
New SHARE
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The Sigma Trust Vacancies

Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex

The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex

The Thomas Lord Audley School are looking for an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to help support in their goal of helping every student reach their full potential.

  Permanent/Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £19,265.00 - £19,570.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Senior Science Technician

Senior Science Technician

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of a well established and dynamic team. We require a Senior Science Technician who will support the learning needs of students by providing technical...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £23,365.00 - £24,517.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

St Helena School, Colchester, Essex

St Helena School, Colchester, Essex

We're looking for a proactive and flexible Kitchen Assistant to join our established catering team.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £12,927.00 - £13,129.00 Annually (Actual)
      Local Government Pay Scale 2, Point 3-4
New SHARE

Cleaner

Cleaner

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

We are seeking an outstanding cleaner to join our friendly team. In this role you will be undertaking cleaning within the school using a variety of methods.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £8,940.00 - £8,940.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Classroom Teacher (Reception) - Maternity Cover until 31st August 2026

Classroom Teacher (Reception) - Maternity Cover until 31st August 2026

Holland Park Primary School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Holland Park Primary School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are seeking a dedicated Reception Class Teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover, running from 1st January 2026 (or as soon as possible) until 31st August 2026.

  Maternity Cover | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
      Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale (M1 - U3)
New SHARE

Director of SEND

Director of SEND

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

We're looking for a dedicated Director of SEND to become a vital part of our professional body and help us create an environment where every student knows, understands, and believes that the opportuni...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £60,145.00 - £66,368.00 Annually (FTE)
      Leadership Scale L7 - L11
New SHARE

Careers Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Careers Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Careers Advsior to join our community for a fixed term to cover maternity and help us continue our mission of providing the best possible outcomes for our students.

  Maternity Cover | Part-Time
  £16.62 - £18.35 Hourly
New SHARE

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

We're looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to become a vital part of our professional body and help us create an environment where every student knows, understands, and believes that the opportu...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £16,823.00 - £17,091.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Minibus Driver - Casual hours

Minibus Driver - Casual hours

Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex

Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for casual hours minibus drivers who can be a key part of providing more opportunities in our community. This role will mostly support our Sigma Sixth Sports Academy on Wednesday fixtur...

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £13.26 - £13.47 Hourly
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

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