Local Government Pension Scheme

Full Time, Maternity Cover

22 November 2024

Pay Scale: Grade F, points 17-22, actual salary £25,855 to £28,086 per annum
Contract: Fixed term maternity cover up until 31 August 2025
Hours: 36 hours per week, term time only
Closing Date: 22 November 2024 @ 12 Noon


Are you passionate about making a difference to young people’s lives? Do you want to work in an experienced and supportive team? Are you looking for a role that enables students and staff to thrive and belong? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Year Manager (Non-Teaching) to join our Academy. This is an opportunity to join a dedicated team of staff who are committed to providing the best possible educational outcomes for our students.


The Trust



Our mission is to challenge educational and social disadvantage by hosting a family of great community-based schools in which to learn, teach and belong. Our Trust promotes learning, develops character, values diversity and builds cultural capital. By the age of 16 we want every student to progress to suitably challenging post-16 studies or apprenticeships.


The School


Droylsden Academy is a good school; this is a very exciting time to join us as we continue to build a team of committed professionals who are driven in making our vision of becoming outstanding a reality.


“Pupils are proud to attend Droylsden Academy”
“Pupils are happy and accepting of each other’s differences. The school is a place where they can be themselves”
“Teachers’ expectations of pupils’ behaviour and academic achievement are high. Pupils rise to these standards”
“Pupils behave well and work hard”
“Pupils are expected to develop their character and confidence. They develop leadership skills and they are well prepared for life in modern Britain”
“Teachers are successful in helping pupils to deepen their understanding of ideas and concepts across the curriculum. Effective support helps pupils remember more over time”
“An extensive programme of pastoral support and life lessons ensures that pupils learn about healthy relationships and the wider world”
“Pupils benefit from an extensive range of extra-curricular clubs”


Droylsden Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
It is an offence to apply for this role if you have been barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.


We are an equal opportunities employer. It is our policy to employ the best qualified personnel and we are committed to providing equal opportunity in recruitment and employment to all individuals who meet our criteria for the role advertised. We will consider candidates without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. This list is not exhaustive, and candidates will also be considered without discrimination based on socioeconomic, marital, parental or caregiving status, or any of the previously listed characteristics or statuses.


We value the diversity of our staff and do not tolerate any form of harassment, discrimination, or victimisation. We achieve this by creating and maintaining a work environment and culture where people from different backgrounds, and with varying lifestyles, interests, opinions, and responsibilities, treat each other with dignity and respect. Our working environment is such that our staff feel safe and are inspired and motivated to be their best.
Our school is dedicated to sustaining and promoting diversity with respect to recruitment, promotion, training, and general treatment during employment. We are actively seeking to extend the diversity of our staff.

Droylsden Academy is an 11-16 Co-Educational School in Tameside, Greater Manchester. It is currently rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (2022 and 2017). The Academy serves over 900 students and employs over 100 teachers and support staff. The school is heavily over-subscribed, has an impressive state -of-the art modern building and is in a very strong financial position.
The Tame River Educational Trust was founded in January 2022, with Droylsden Academy as its founding member. Our Multi Academy Trust (MAT) is a sponsored Trust (sponsored by Tameside College and Clarendon Sixth Form) and currently has one secondary school and an Associate Member secondary school (soon to become a full member).
Our Trust mission is to challenge educational and social disadvantage by hosting a family of great community-based schools in which to learn, teach and belong. Our Trust promotes learning, develops character, values diversity and builds cultural capital. By the age of 16 we want every student to progress to suitably challenging post-16 studies or apprenticeships.
Please have a look at our Trust website for more details at: https://www.droylsdenacademy.com/tret/417608.html.
Co-Headteachers
Mr E Mayell and Mrs G Arnold
Values and vision
Droylsden Academy is built on three core values. Our school encourages students to become great learners through hard work, politeness and honesty
Ofsted Report
Droylsden Academy is a good school:
“Pupils are proud to attend Droylsden Academy”
“Pupils are happy and accepting of each other’s differences. The school is a place where they can be themselves”
“Teachers’ expectations of pupils’ behaviour and academic achievement are high. Pupils rise to these standards”
“Pupils behave well and work hard”
“Pupils are expected to develop their character and confidence. They develop leadership skills and they are well prepared for life in modern Britain”
“Teachers are successful in helping pupils to deepen their understanding of ideas and concepts across the curriculum. Effective support helps pupils remember more over time”
“An extensive programme of pastoral support and life lessons ensures that pupils learn about healthy relationships and the wider world”
“Pupils benefit from an extensive range of extra-curricular clubs”