School Information
Kenton School
Drayton Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE3 3RU
Start Date: January 2026
Interview Date: Friday 28th November 2025
Overview
The Trust’s main objectives are encompassed in its vision statement, which is: Students are at the centre of everything we do. Through collaboration, every aspect of our work is of high quality. Our academies deliver an ambitious and inclusive curriculum that enables all students to excel academically and socially. We know the key to our success is ensuring that we recruit the highest quality staff.
About Kenton School
Kenton School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school at the heart of the community in which we serve. With around 1800 students, we are amongst the largest schools in the Northeast. At Kenton we are passionate about providing the very best education possible for young people in our city, our region and nationally. Our strong and committed team share our vision of ensuring all our students not only reach their potential but that they are confident, happy and resilient students who treat each other with compassion and respect.
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Cover and LRC Manager to lead the school’s efficient coordination of daily cover arrangements for staff absences and managing the day-to-day operation of the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) as a hub for learning and reading.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily cover arrangements for staff absences.
- Manage day-to-day operation of the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) as a hub for learning and reading.
Benefits
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and car leasing scheme (NHS Fleet Solutions).
- Access to free gym facilities on our Kenton School site.
- Access to a range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
- The opportunity to work in a fantastically resourced school with easy commuting access to both the A1 and A19, in a supportive team committed to the development of all our staff.
How to Apply
Please visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/138120/EDV-2025-KS-61877. If you have any queries, please contact hr@northernleaderstrust.org.
Closing Date: 9am, Friday 21st November 2025
Commitment to Safeguarding
Northern Leaders Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in all its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are fully committed to ensuring that consistent effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support families, children and staff at school.
