Join a thriving community
Learn what it’s like to work for a trust that strives to ensure all children learn, thrive and lead successful lives. To achieve this, we invest in expertise at all levels, bringing them together to make the most of their collective potential.
We want professionals at every level who are the best anywhere, but who choose here. We constantly recruit for alignment with our mission and according to our values, whilst providing a broad range of development opportunities facilitated by sector-leading expertise. Learn more about our purpose, vision and values here.
Visit our Vacancies page to find opportunities across the trust.
Workload and Wellbeing
At Astrea, we know that when our people thrive, our students thrive. That’s why we prioritise workload and wellbeing through four key mechanisms, each designed to support our staff both professionally and personally.
WELLBEING
We provide 24/7 wellbeing support, pay staff above national pay points, have mental health champions, flexible working, have streamlined communications, regular feedback and celebrations. When you THRIVE, we thrive.
CULTURE
We take a positive and proactive approach in supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of our people through support, professional trust and respect ensuring that their work has a POSITIVE impact.
WORKLOAD REDUCTION
We apply consistent behaviour systems, employ expert pastoral teams, use collaborative planning, live marking, targeted data and streamlined communication to be a SUPPORTIVE Trust.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT
We have extra INSET days, collaborative communities, offer high-quality CPD within the ASTREA TALENT PROGRAMME, promote balanced calendars, open feedback and protected time.
Employee Benefits
Our full list of staff benefits, for all employees, can be found via the link below.
Staff Spotlights
“I have developed as a teacher over the last 3 years, growing in confidence due to the supportive feedback and opportunities I have had.” – Sabaa
Visit our Staff Spotlights page to learn how the trust has supported our colleagues in their career development.
Refer a Friend Scheme
At Astrea Academy Trust, we believe great people know great people and we want to reward that!
Our Refer a Friend Scheme gives current employees the opportunity to recommend talented individuals to join the trust. If your referral leads to a successful hire, you could receive a £300 or £500 reward, depending on the role.
There’s no limit to how many referrals you can make, so spread the word and help us grow our team with brilliant people!