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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

Career Advisor

Career Advisor

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

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

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £25,324.00 - £30,494.00 Annually (Actual)
      LGPS - Scale 6 - Scale 7, Point 14-24
New SHARE

Teacher of Science

Teacher of Science

Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex

Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for a Teacher of Science who can be a key part in our ongoing improvement journey. Science is very popular and is studied from key stage 3 through to key stage 5, running all three scie...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE

Teacher of Drama

Teacher of Drama

St Helena School, Colchester, Essex

St Helena School, Colchester, Essex

We're looking for an exceptional Teacher of Drama to join the established department at St Helena School. This position will suit an experienced or Early Career Teacher.

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

Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Catering Assistant to join our team in providing high-quality food and beverages to our students.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £16,047.00 - £16,301.00 Annually (Actual)
      Local Government Pay Scale 2, Points 4-5
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Alton Park Junior School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Alton Park Junior School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Class Teacher to become a vital part of our caring community and to help us provide an environment where every child is given the tools to make a positive contribution t...

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

Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Colne Community School for a Catering Assistant to join our Catering Team.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £15,616.00 - £15,863.00 Annually (Actual)
      Local Government Pay Scale 2, Points 4-5
New SHARE

Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilator

The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex

The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex

We're looking for a dedicated Exam Invigilator to become a vital part of our community and help us continue to create a school that is characterised by positivity, challenge, and enjoyment.

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £12.65 Hourly
New SHARE

Cleaner

Cleaner

Monkwick Infant and Nursery School, Colchester, Essex

Monkwick Infant and Nursery 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
  £1,651.00 - £1,651.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Family Support Worker and DDSL

Family Support Worker and DDSL

Monkwick Junior School, Colchester, Essex

Monkwick Junior School, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Family Support Worker and DDSL to become a vital part of our caring community and help us provide a safe and happy learning environment to every child.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £27,486.00 - £30,494.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Teacher of Geography (full-time or part-time)

Teacher of Geography (full-time or part-time)

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of Geography to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning and progress.

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Full-time and Part-time applications are welcomed
New SHARE

Teacher of History (full-time or part-time)

Teacher of History (full-time or part-time)

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of History to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning and progress.

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Full-time and Part-time applications are welcomed
New SHARE

Teacher of English (full-time or part-time)

Teacher of English (full-time or part-time)

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of English to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning and progress.

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Full-time and Part-time applications are welcomed
New SHARE

Teacher of RE

Teacher of RE

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Colne Community School for a Teacher of RE to join our Humanities Faculty.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE

Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of English (Maternity Cover) to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning an...

  Maternity Cover | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Main/Upper Pay Scale M1 - U3 - Full-time and part-time applications are welcomed
New SHARE

Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

We’re looking to appoint an exceptional Cover Supervisor to become a vital part of our school community. This is a key role responsible for supervising whole classes during the short-term absence of...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £23,365.00 - £24,517.00 Annually (Actual)
      LGPS 5, Points 9-12
New SHARE

Teacher of Mathematics & Whole School Numeracy Lead (TLR 2c)

Teacher of Mathematics & Whole School Numeracy Lead (TLR 2c)

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy is looking to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Maths to take strategic responsibility for Whole School Numeracy.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
      Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale + TLR 2c (£3,527)
New SHARE

Inclusion Room Manager

Inclusion Room Manager

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

We're seeking an exceptional Inclusion Room Manager to ensure the calm, effectively daily running of our RRR (Remove-Reflect-Restore) Inclusion Room.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £27,486.00 - £30,358.00 Annually (Actual)
      Local Government Pay Scale 7, Points 19-24
New SHARE

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)
New SHARE

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)
New SHARE

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
New SHARE
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The Sigma Trust Vacancies

Career Advisor

Career Advisor

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

Harwich and Dovercourt High School, Harwich, Essex

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

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £25,324.00 - £30,494.00 Annually (Actual)
      LGPS - Scale 6 - Scale 7, Point 14-24
New SHARE

Teacher of Science

Teacher of Science

Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex

Philip Morant School and College, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for a Teacher of Science who can be a key part in our ongoing improvement journey. Science is very popular and is studied from key stage 3 through to key stage 5, running all three scie...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE

Teacher of Drama

Teacher of Drama

St Helena School, Colchester, Essex

St Helena School, Colchester, Essex

We're looking for an exceptional Teacher of Drama to join the established department at St Helena School. This position will suit an experienced or Early Career Teacher.

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

Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Catering Assistant to join our team in providing high-quality food and beverages to our students.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £16,047.00 - £16,301.00 Annually (Actual)
      Local Government Pay Scale 2, Points 4-5
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Alton Park Junior School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Alton Park Junior School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Class Teacher to become a vital part of our caring community and to help us provide an environment where every child is given the tools to make a positive contribution t...

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

Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen at The Colne Community School for a Catering Assistant to join our Catering Team.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £15,616.00 - £15,863.00 Annually (Actual)
      Local Government Pay Scale 2, Points 4-5
New SHARE

Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilator

The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex

The Thomas Lord Audley School, Colchester, Essex

We're looking for a dedicated Exam Invigilator to become a vital part of our community and help us continue to create a school that is characterised by positivity, challenge, and enjoyment.

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £12.65 Hourly
New SHARE

Cleaner

Cleaner

Monkwick Infant and Nursery School, Colchester, Essex

Monkwick Infant and Nursery 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
  £1,651.00 - £1,651.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Family Support Worker and DDSL

Family Support Worker and DDSL

Monkwick Junior School, Colchester, Essex

Monkwick Junior School, Colchester, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Family Support Worker and DDSL to become a vital part of our caring community and help us provide a safe and happy learning environment to every child.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £27,486.00 - £30,494.00 Annually (Actual)
New SHARE

Teacher of Geography (full-time or part-time)

Teacher of Geography (full-time or part-time)

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of Geography to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning and progress.

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Full-time and Part-time applications are welcomed
New SHARE

Teacher of History (full-time or part-time)

Teacher of History (full-time or part-time)

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of History to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning and progress.

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Full-time and Part-time applications are welcomed
New SHARE

Teacher of English (full-time or part-time)

Teacher of English (full-time or part-time)

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of English to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning and progress.

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Full-time and Part-time applications are welcomed
New SHARE

Teacher of RE

Teacher of RE

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

Colne Community School, Colchester, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Colne Community School for a Teacher of RE to join our Humanities Faculty.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE

Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

Teacher of English (Maternity Cover)

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

Clacton County High School, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex

We are looking for a dedicated Teacher of English (Maternity Cover) to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing a broad and balanced curriculum that leads to outstanding learning an...

  Maternity Cover | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Main/Upper Pay Scale M1 - U3 - Full-time and part-time applications are welcomed
New SHARE

Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

We’re looking to appoint an exceptional Cover Supervisor to become a vital part of our school community. This is a key role responsible for supervising whole classes during the short-term absence of...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £23,365.00 - £24,517.00 Annually (Actual)
      LGPS 5, Points 9-12
New SHARE

Teacher of Mathematics & Whole School Numeracy Lead (TLR 2c)

Teacher of Mathematics & Whole School Numeracy Lead (TLR 2c)

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy is looking to appoint an exceptional Teacher of Maths to take strategic responsibility for Whole School Numeracy.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
      Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale + TLR 2c (£3,527)
New SHARE

Inclusion Room Manager

Inclusion Room Manager

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

Paxman Academy, Colchester, Essex

We're seeking an exceptional Inclusion Room Manager to ensure the calm, effectively daily running of our RRR (Remove-Reflect-Restore) Inclusion Room.

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £27,486.00 - £30,358.00 Annually (Actual)
      Local Government Pay Scale 7, Points 19-24
New SHARE

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)
New SHARE

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)
New SHARE

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
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

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

Part of The Sigma Trust

Are you looking for a different role at The Sigma Trust? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

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