The Sigma Trust
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
Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral)
Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral)
Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex
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Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex
We are looking for an experienced senior leader to complete our team as Deputy Headteacher Pastoral. Our school is a calm and orderly place. We work hard to ensure everyone feels they belong. Our st...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £82,654.00 - £91,158.00 Annually (Actual)
Catering Assistant
Catering Assistant
Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex
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Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex
We're looking for a dedicated Catering 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
- £14,363.00 - £14,588.00 Annually (Actual)
Cleaner
Cleaner
Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex
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Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex
We're looking for a dedicated Cleaner to become a vital part of our staffing body and help us to contribute to the smooth running of the school by carrying out a range of cleaning duties.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £5,960.00 Annually (Actual)
Classroom Teacher (maternity cover)
Classroom Teacher (maternity cover)
Monkwick Infant and Nursery School, Colchester, Essex
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Monkwick Infant and Nursery School, Colchester, Essex
This position is designed for a practitioner who understands that academic success is rooted in emotional security. We require a team player with a holistic approach to education—someone who can bal...
- Maternity Cover | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
Learning Support Assistant (Fixed Term)
Learning Support Assistant (Fixed Term)
Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex
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Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex
We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our community and help us continue our mission of providing the best possible outcomes for our students.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £17,305.00 - £17,580.00 Annually (Actual)
Cleaner
Cleaner
The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex
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The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex
We're looking for a dedicated Cleaner to become a vital part of our community and help us continue to create a school that is characterised by positivity, challenge, and enjoyment.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £11,060.00 Annually (Actual)
Year Leader
Year Leader
St Helena School, Colchester, Essex
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St Helena School, Colchester, Essex
We are seeking an inspirational Year Leader to join our established pastoral team. This is a significant opportunity for an experienced teacher and form tutor who is driven by the desire to see every ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale + TLR 2B (£5,875)
Exam Invigilator
Exam Invigilator
Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex
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Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex
We are searching for an exceptional Exam Invigilator to join our team on a casual (as and when) basis. You will play a vital role in our community by supervising students and ensuring the safe, fair, ...
- Casual Contract | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
Local Government Pay Scale 1, Point 2
Reflection Room Manager
Reflection Room Manager
The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex
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The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex
We're looking for a calm, caring and enthusiastic Reflection Room Manager to become a vital part of our community and help us continue to create a school that is characterised by positivity, challenge...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,143.00 - £26,785.00 Annually (Actual)
Learning Support Assistant
Learning Support Assistant
Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex
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Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex
Paxman Academy are looking for an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to become a vital part of their community and help support students with various SEND needs to overcome their barriers to lear...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £19,265.00 - £19,570.00 Annually (Actual)
Local Government Pay Scale 3, Point 5-6
Trainee Teachers - Secondary
Trainee Teachers - Secondary
Advance Teacher Training, Clacton - on - Sea, Essex
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Advance Teacher Training, Clacton - on - Sea, Essex
School-Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Programme Trainee Teacher (Secondary) - Start Your Career in North East Essex
- Not Applicable | Full-Time
- Unsalaried - School-Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Programme (Bursaries Available)
Trainee Teachers - Primary
Trainee Teachers - Primary
Advance Teacher Training, Clacton - on - Sea, Essex
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Advance Teacher Training, Clacton - on - Sea, Essex
School-Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Programme Trainee Teacher of Primary - Start Your Career in North East Essex
- Not Applicable | Full-Time
- Unsalaried - School-Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Programme
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
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Part of The Sigma Trust
The Sigma Trust Vacancies
Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral)
Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral)
Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex
-
Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex
We are looking for an experienced senior leader to complete our team as Deputy Headteacher Pastoral. Our school is a calm and orderly place. We work hard to ensure everyone feels they belong. Our st...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £82,654.00 - £91,158.00 Annually (Actual)
Catering Assistant
Catering Assistant
Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex
-
Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex
We're looking for a dedicated Catering 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
- £14,363.00 - £14,588.00 Annually (Actual)
Cleaner
Cleaner
Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex
-
Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex
We're looking for a dedicated Cleaner to become a vital part of our staffing body and help us to contribute to the smooth running of the school by carrying out a range of cleaning duties.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £5,960.00 Annually (Actual)
Classroom Teacher (maternity cover)
Classroom Teacher (maternity cover)
Monkwick Infant and Nursery School, Colchester, Essex
-
Monkwick Infant and Nursery School, Colchester, Essex
This position is designed for a practitioner who understands that academic success is rooted in emotional security. We require a team player with a holistic approach to education—someone who can bal...
- Maternity Cover | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
Learning Support Assistant (Fixed Term)
Learning Support Assistant (Fixed Term)
Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex
-
Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex
We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our community and help us continue our mission of providing the best possible outcomes for our students.
- Fixed Term | Part-Time
- £17,305.00 - £17,580.00 Annually (Actual)
Cleaner
Cleaner
The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex
-
The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex
We're looking for a dedicated Cleaner to become a vital part of our community and help us continue to create a school that is characterised by positivity, challenge, and enjoyment.
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £11,060.00 Annually (Actual)
Year Leader
Year Leader
St Helena School, Colchester, Essex
-
St Helena School, Colchester, Essex
We are seeking an inspirational Year Leader to join our established pastoral team. This is a significant opportunity for an experienced teacher and form tutor who is driven by the desire to see every ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale + TLR 2B (£5,875)
Exam Invigilator
Exam Invigilator
Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex
-
Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex
We are searching for an exceptional Exam Invigilator to join our team on a casual (as and when) basis. You will play a vital role in our community by supervising students and ensuring the safe, fair, ...
- Casual Contract | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
Local Government Pay Scale 1, Point 2
Reflection Room Manager
Reflection Room Manager
The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex
-
The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex
We're looking for a calm, caring and enthusiastic Reflection Room Manager to become a vital part of our community and help us continue to create a school that is characterised by positivity, challenge...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,143.00 - £26,785.00 Annually (Actual)
Learning Support Assistant
Learning Support Assistant
Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex
-
Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex
Paxman Academy are looking for an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to become a vital part of their community and help support students with various SEND needs to overcome their barriers to lear...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £19,265.00 - £19,570.00 Annually (Actual)
Local Government Pay Scale 3, Point 5-6
Trainee Teachers - Secondary
Trainee Teachers - Secondary
Advance Teacher Training, Clacton - on - Sea, Essex
-
Advance Teacher Training, Clacton - on - Sea, Essex
School-Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Programme Trainee Teacher (Secondary) - Start Your Career in North East Essex
- Not Applicable | Full-Time
- Unsalaried - School-Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Programme (Bursaries Available)
Trainee Teachers - Primary
Trainee Teachers - Primary
Advance Teacher Training, Clacton - on - Sea, Essex
-
Advance Teacher Training, Clacton - on - Sea, Essex
School-Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Programme Trainee Teacher of Primary - Start Your Career in North East Essex
- Not Applicable | Full-Time
- Unsalaried - School-Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) Programme
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Part of The Sigma Trust
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