CURRENT VACANCIES

FAMILY LIAISON TEACHER
(KS 3/4/5)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

(Job Share or Part Time Working may be considered)

Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR

Location: Cedars High Heworth, NE10 9AH

Start date: January 2027
(or November 2026 for candidates not bound by teacher's notice period.)

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Family Liaison Teacher (KS 3-5)

Cedars Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a skilled and compassionate Family Liaison Teacher to join the team at Cedars High Heworth, our new specialist provision for students with moderate learning difficulties and SEMH needs.

This is a unique opportunity to step away from a classroom-based role and take on a non-teaching position focused on student wellbeing, family engagement, and strategic SEND support. You will have no timetabled teaching commitments but will lead across the school on:

Coordinating and chairing EHCP reviews
Delivering targeted, high-quality SEMH and wellbeing interventions
Supporting transitions and building relationships with families
Leading multi-agency working
Promoting a whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing
Designing and delivering staff CPD

We are looking for an experienced teacher with a deep understanding of SEND and SEMH, who is passionate about creating positive outcomes for students and families beyond the classroom. If you're committed to inclusive practice and ready to lead with empathy, expertise and integrity, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please complete the application form and return it to: recruitment@cedarstrust.org.uk

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion or visit, please contact the Headteacher julie.vincent@cedarstrust.org.uk or Director of Inclusion keith.vincent@cedarstrust.org.uk for more information

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Early submission of applications is therefore encouraged.

Closing date: 6th July 2026 at 12 noon
Interviews: Weds 15th July 2026

Download Job Description

Download Application Form

Please return your completed form to recruitment@cedarstrust.org.uk

HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT
(with Specialist Responsibilities)

Contract Type: Fixed Term - 1 Year

Working Pattern: Full time - term time only

(Job Share or Part Time Working may be considered)

Salary: Grade G | SCP 19-23 + SSA (Pro rata to TTO)

Location: Cedars Low Fell, NE9 6QD

Start date: September 2026

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

HLTA with Specialist Responsibilities for Regulation, Engagement and Complex Needs

Cedars Low Fell, part of Cedars Academy Trust, are seeking to appoint an experienced, calm and highly skilled Higher Level Teaching Assistant to provide specialist support for pupils with complex needs at our Low Fell site, to begin as soon as possible.

Job Summary

This is a specialist role for an exceptional practitioner. Working as part of a class team, you will provide intensive, individualised support for pupils with complex autism, severe learning difficulties and significant sensory and emotional-regulation needs - and lead learning and therapeutic activities for groups of pupils when required. Our teams deliver innovative and inclusive programmes where key skills are embedded within a range of practical and sensory approaches in the classroom, the outdoor environment and in our therapeutic spaces.

For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Joanne Carr, Deputy Headteacher - joanne.carr@cedarstrust.org.uk

Gareth Kyle, Academy Business Manager - gareth.kyle@cedarstrust.org.uk

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Early submission of applications is therefore encouraged.

Closing date: 3rd July 2026
Interviews: 8th July 2026

Download Job Description

Download Application Form

Please return your completed form to recruitment@cedarstrust.org.uk

SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT (EYFS/KS1-2)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time - term time only

(Job Share or Part Time Working may be considered)

Salary: Grade E | SCP 8 £26,824 + SSA £1,539 (Pro rata to TTO) for Level 3 qualified

Location: Cedars Low Fell, NE9 6QD

Start date: September 2026

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

SEND Teaching Assistant (EYFS)

Cedars Low Fell, part of Cedars Academy Trust, is seeking enthusiastic, caring, and reliable Teaching Assistants to join our EYFS/KS1/KS2 setting.

Job Summary

We need dedicated individuals to support the learning and development of our young children. The role involves working closely with the class team to deliver an innovative and inclusive curriculum through practical, sensory, and therapeutic approaches.

For an informal discussion about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Joanne Carr, Deputy Headteacher - joanne.carr@cedarstrust.org.uk

Gareth Kyle, Academy Business Manager - gareth.kyle@cedarstrust.org.uk

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Early submission of applications is therefore encouraged.

Closing date: 3rd July 2026
Interviews: 8th July 2026

Download Job Description

Download Application Form

Please return your completed form to recruitment@cedarstrust.org.uk

We are Disability Confident Committed

Cedars Academy is Disability Confident Committed.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
communicating and promoting vacancies
offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people