Post: The Grangefield Academy
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31 August 2028 due to IMF funding
Salary Range: SCP 23-25 (£35,570.00 - £37,563.00 FTE, £31,426.10 - £33,186.91 pro rata)
Salary amounts quoted are from the 1 September to 31 August and therefore if you commence employment part way through the academic year they are subject to an equated salary adjustment
Working Type: Full Time (37 hours, 39 working weeks, 45.942 paid weeks)
Base: The Grangefield Academy, Oxbridge Avenue, Stockton on Tees, TS18 4LE
Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Northern Education Trust (NET) is a charitable education Trust with a good track record for school improvement. The Trust sponsors 30 academies; 17 secondary and 13 primaries across the North of England in fourteen Local Authority regions.
We are seeking a Hub Manager to lead bespoke provision for students with high-level SEND needs, working closely with colleagues, families and external agencies to remove barriers to learning and support students’ progress, confidence and wellbeing. This post is offered on a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2028, linked to IMF funding.
Northern Education Trust offers:
- The opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools, should you wish in the future;
- The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole school leadership project;
- The support and expertise of Director of Subjects.
- A full and detailed programme of support and development for all;
- A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Inspire.
Employee benefits
- Free onsite parking
- High quality continuous professional development
- Occupational sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
- Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.
The Trust is committed to considering flexible working requests.
The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and wellbeing of our pupils.
For more information, please contact Nicola Butler (Business Manager) on n.butler@northerneducationtrust.org or Judith Simpson (Business Services Assistant) on j.simpson1@northerneducationtrust.org
Closing date: Thursday 12th November 2026 at 8am
Hub Manager employer: Northern Education Trust
Freebrough Academy, as part of Northern Education Trust, is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a focus on employee growth and development, staff are encouraged to enhance their skills while contributing to a nurturing educational environment in the beautiful coastal town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea. The academy offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and the community.
