Work For Us
The vision for the Trust is simple; excellence and ambition for all. We aim to support young people in our Trust to become the very best they can be through a relentless focus on the quality of teaching and learning, outstanding pastoral support and a rich and varied enrichment curriculum which provides the space and opportunity to develop key skills for the future.
And we need the right people to do it.
If you're passionate about making a difference to young people across Tameside, take a look at our vacancies below.
Stamford Park Trust has a supportive yet challenging culture, centred on the development of trust and the encouragement of innovation for all who work for or study in its Academies. We strive to be the very best we can be in all aspects of our work and encourage a collaborative approach to our aims across the Trust.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory enhanced status checks from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Trust promotes equal opportunities.
Staff Benefits
We are unashamedly aspirational and ambitious for not only our students but our staff too. We are passionate about supporting our employees and have created a competitive benefits package to do so.
Our People
Current Vacancies
Stamford Park Trust
Trustee
We are seeking individuals who are interested in joining our board of trustees, to lead the Trust into the next phase of our development. We wish to appoint people who knows what steps are needed to improve a school in a sustainable manner, but with pace, and who has the inspirational and organisational qualities to take a strategic lead on that journey, whilst preserving and further developing the beliefs, values and culture of the Academies within the Trust.
What does the role offer?
- A chance to develop your own personal skills
- Access to a programme of free training in respect of education/governance matters
- A sense of achievement in helping make a difference to children reaching their potential
- Support and guidance from fellow trustees
Person specification
In looking to fill these vacancies we are interested in applications from people with the skills outlined below:
Audit, finance and risk
The trust seeks a trustee with strong audit, finance and risk experience. The ideal candidate will have a background in a charity or non-profit organisation, as well as demonstrating experience from a commercial, retail or industry setting, including evidence of contribution to growing a business, chain of businesses or franchises, as well as experience of head office and organisational development, including driving efficiency improvements in central services.
Education and School Improvement
The trust seeks a trustee who possesses skills and experience from across the educational landscape, with a specific requirement for school leadership. Experience of working in a role with responsibility for school improvement is welcomed.
Business, Governance and Human Resources
The trust seeks individuals who possess a strong ‘general’ skillset from across the business sphere, with a specific requirement for growth management. Experience working in a role with responsibility for corporate governance, legal services or human resources would be valuable.
Commitment
Trusteeship is a voluntary, unpaid role for people who have the energy and skills to make a real contribution to shaping the future of our schools. You do not need to have any specialist knowledge of education.
The time commitment is approximately 4 hours per month during term time as a minimum. Board meetings are held at the Trust’s registered office at Ashton Sixth Form College (OL6 9RL), mainly in the evenings.
Apply
To find out more and request an application form, contact our Head of Governance, Carolyn Haigh at c.j.haigh@spt.ac.uk.
Trustees are essential for the effectiveness and success of Stamford Park Trust and its academies; it is an extremely rewarding and fulfilling role and we recommend you view the following links for more information about the role: https://www.stamfordparktrust.ac.uk/ and https://governorsforschools.org.uk/elearning/
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure checks.
Ashton Sixth Form
Adult Education- Teacher of English
Adult Education- Teacher of English
Salary: £29.80 Per Hour
Location: Ashton Sixth Form College
Contract: 3.5 Hours Per Week, Fixed Time contract until June 2027
Ashton Sixth Form College is seeking an experienced and passionate Teacher of English- Adult Education.
Closing date for applications: 20th May 2026
Interviews to take place: 22nd May 2026
Ashton Sixth Form College is the founding organisation of Stamford Park Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust established in February 2019. All members of staff at Ashton Sixth Form College are employed by Stamford Park Trust.
Ashton Sixth Form College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment checks. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The college is an equal opportunities employer.
Application forms are to be completed and returned to hr@spt.ac.uk
Due to the volume of applications for posts, it is not possible to respond to unsuccessful candidates at the shortlisting stage.
Teacher of Spanish
Temporary Teacher of A Level Spanish (0.6)
Temporary Teacher of A Level Spanish (6 months)
Part time - 0.6
Sixth Form Colleges’ Pay Spine Point 1 - 9 (£33,465.12 - £51,714.00)
Pro Rata actual salary = £20,078.40 - £31,028.40
A Level Spanish at ASFC is a single staff member subject, which is part of the Law, Spanish and Philosophy / Religion department at the college. The department is made up of 8 members of staff, with the team teaching on a combination of courses within the department. We are looking to recruit a dedicated and excellent teacher to deliver our A Level Spanish course. The teacher will be responsible for delivering consistently high-quality teaching, learning and assessment to very enthusiastic groups of learners, in line with the EDUQAS A Level Spanish specification.
The department has well-resourced classrooms and IT rooms to allow the learners to complete their work.
Whilst an established teacher with post-16 experience is desirable, we welcome applications from newly and recently qualified teachers.
Closing Date: Wednesday 3rd June 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 9th June 2026
Ashton Sixth Form College is the founding organisation of Stamford Park Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust established in February 2019. All members of staff at Ashton Sixth Form College are employed by Stamford Park Trust.
Application Process
Application forms are to be completed and returned to HR@spt.ac.uk. Due to the volume of applications for posts, it is not possible to respond to unsuccessful candidates at the shortlisting stage.
Ashton Sixth Form College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment checks. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The college is an equal opportunities employer.
Teacher of Law
Ashton Sixth Form College has an excellent reputation for academic success, an outstanding record of student support and a vibrant college community. We are committed to ensuring that all our students receive an outstanding level of teaching and support with their studies. Ashton Sixth Form College is a great place to work. Students are at the heart of everything we do and over 200 teaching and support staff work hard to ensure that all students have the opportunity to learn, develop and achieve at the college. We are looking for dedicated and talented people to join us and help to support our aims.
Ashton Sixth Form College is the founding organisation of Stamford Park Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust established in February 2019. All members of staff at Ashton Sixth Form College are employed by Stamford Park Trust.
We currently have the following vacancy:
Teacher of Law
Full time
Fixed term contract for 1 year
Sixth Form Colleges’ Pay Grade NSP1 – NSP9 £33,465 - £51,714 per annum
The Law team at ASFC is made up of 4 members of staff, with the team teaching on a combination of A Level Law and BTEC Applied Law.
We are looking to recruit an excellent teacher to deliver on our BTEC Applied Law and A Level courses. The teacher will be responsible for delivering consistently excellent teaching, learning and assessment to enthusiastic groups of learners.
The department is well resourced, with all lessons timetabled in IT classrooms to allow the learners to complete their work. In addition to this, learners are given resources such as handouts, detailed instructions on how to complete assignments and there are also PowerPoint presentations relating to each individual lesson.
We welcome applications from newly and recently qualified teachers, as well as established teachers with post 16 experience.
Closing Date: 22nd June 2026
Interview Date: W/C 29th June 2026
To apply online, please visit our website at https://www.asfc.ac.uk/job-vacancies If you require any further assistance, please contact the Human Resources department on 0161 330 2330.
Due to the volume of applications for posts, it is not possible to respond to unsuccessful candidates at the shortlisting stage.
Ashton Sixth Form College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment checks. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
The college is an equal opportunities employer.
Fairfield High School for Girls
Longdendale High School
Governor
We are seeking two individuals to join our Local Governing Body (LGB) as governors.
Joining the LGB is a vital role in our vision of Excellence and Ambition for all.
As a governor, you will have a significant impact on students, staff, and the community by upholding the highest standards and embodying our vision and values.
This is a voluntary, unpaid position for individuals who are energetic and skilled, and who want to contribute to shaping the future of our schools. No specialist knowledge of education is required.
The minimum time commitment is approximately 4 hours per month during term time. Board meetings are held in the evenings.
What’s in it for you?
- An opportunity to develop your personal skills
- Access to free training on education and governance matters
- A sense of accomplishment from helping young people reach their potential
If you’re passionate about empowering and supporting our staff and students, we want to hear from you!
To find out more and request an application form, contact our Head of Governance, Carolyn Haigh at c.j.haigh@spt.ac.uk.
Rayner Stephens High School
Governor
We are seeking two individuals to join our Local Governing Body (LGB) as governors.
Joining the LGB is a vital role in our vision of Excellence and Ambition for all.
As a governor, you will have a significant impact on students, staff, and the community by upholding the highest standards and embodying our vision and values.
This is a voluntary, unpaid position for individuals who are energetic and skilled, and who want to contribute to shaping the future of our schools. No specialist knowledge of education is required.
The minimum time commitment is approximately 4 hours per month during term time. Board meetings are held in the evenings.
What’s in it for you?
- An opportunity to develop your personal skills
- Access to free training on education and governance matters
- A sense of accomplishment from helping young people reach their potential
If you’re passionate about empowering and supporting our staff and students, we want to hear from you!
To find out more and request an application form, contact our Head of Governance, Carolyn Haigh at c.j.haigh@spt.ac.uk.
