Vacancies

This page contains details of the current vacancies within Novalis Trust.

If you are interested in applying for any of the vacancies shown on this page or would like to register your interest for future vacancies, please contact our HR team by any of the following methods:

A member of our HR team will then get in touch with you to arrange an initial discussion and to provide you with further details of the positions available and our recruitment process.

Key Worker at Cotswold Chine School1

Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?

Cotswold Chine School, part of Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties.

Key workers have a crucial role in each home:

  • Establishing key support relationships with children and young people
  • Giving them the care, guidance and support they need to thrive

What we offer:

  • Excellent training opportunities, including RQF Level 3, Level 4 Certificate in Trauma Informed Care
  • From £13.10 per hour (higher at weekends and higher rates of pay for staff with RQF Level 3) and £89 sleep in rate which equates to an average salary of £37,000 per year
  • Full time and term time only options available
  • Fixed 2-week rota
  • Staff supported in a community setting with good team relationships
  • Equivalent of 6 weeks annual leave per year pro rata
  • Clear progression career path for staff who wish to develop their careers within the Trust.
  • Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
  • Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
  • Health Cash Plan for Employees
  • Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)

Requirements for the role:

  • Some experience of working with people in a person-centred way is desirable but not essential.
  • An ability to adapt your approach to individual needs and come up with creative solutions to overcome challenges will also help.
  • Kind, caring, adaptable and reliable.

Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.

Children’s Support Worker (Welfare Boarding Worker)

Term-time 39 weeks pa

William Morris School, (Eastington, Stonehouse, Glos GL10 3SH), part of Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children with neurodevelopmental difficulties. The school is one of the few educational establishments in the country to adopt a truly ‘trauma-informed’ and ‘trauma-responsive’ approach to care, therapy and education.

We are currently seeking dedicated term-time only welfare staff to work in our small 39-week boarding provision, due to open in April 2026.

Hours:  39 weeks pa, term-time only working a two-week fixed rota which is on average 40 hours per week & two sleep-ins. This will also include working some weekends. Full and part time options available.

You will be establishing key support relationships with pupils in their boarding provision while providing them with the care, guidance and support they need to thrive. We offer a supportive environment with a fixed two-week rota.

What we offer:

  • Excellent training opportunities – including RQF Level 3, Level 4 Certificate in Trauma Informed Care
  • From £13.10 per hour (£13.80 at weekends) and higher rates of pay for staff with RQF Level 3) and £89 sleep-in rate
  • Full time and part time options available
  • Staff are supported in a community setting with good team relationships
  • Term time holidays in line with Gloucestershire schools
  • Clear career progression path for staff who wish to develop their careers within the Trust
  • Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
  • Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
  • Health Cash Plan for Employees
  • Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)

Requirements for the role:

  • Some experience of working with people in a person-centred way is desirable but not essential
  • An ability to adapt your approach to individual needs and come up with creative solutions to overcome challenges will also help
  • Kind, caring, adaptable and reliable

Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.

Clinical and Therapy Assistant

39 weeks pa (term-time) with the option of 52 wks

William Morris School, Eastington, Stonehouse, Glos. GL10 3SH

 

Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?

Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. The Clinical and Therapy Assistant position is based at William Morris School and works as part of a well-established, multi-disciplinary therapy team, supporting within the different settings across the charity, such as within the education, therapy and boarding settings.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • Supporting children in their therapy goals and taking part in group sessions.
  • Following skills and therapy programmes as directed and devised by the therapist.
  • Assisting with the implementation of identified, individual strategies in workshops to support development.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities, including RQF Level 3, Level 4 Trauma Informed and Level 4 Family work qualification
  • Progression and development opportunities within the Trust.
  • £27,771.36 (39 wks pa)  (FTE £33,040.80)
  • Fixed 2-week rota
  • Equivalent of 5.6 weeks annual leave per year, pro rata for 39 weeks
  • The role is for 39 wks pa term-time with the option of 52 wks working the school holidays at our sister school based in Minchinhampton
  • Pension Scheme
  • Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
  • Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
  • Health Cash Plan for Employees
  • Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)

Requirements for this role are:

  • The role would ideally suit a psychology degree graduate or health and social care sciences graduate.

How to Apply

  • Closing Date: 17th April 2026
  • School visits: 21st & 22nd April 2026
  • Interviews: 28th & 29th April 2026
  • We may close the application early if a suitable candidate is found

An application pack will be sent out once you register your interest, please check you spam folder for this.

Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.

Youth Support Worker

William Morris School, Eastington, Stonehouse, Glos. GL10 3SH

39 wks pa – with the option of 52 wks

Are you keen to work with Young People and have a passion for creativity and being active?

William Morris School, part of Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties. Youth Support Workers are pivotal in creating and supporting tailored activities for young people. As a Youth Support Worker your personality and creativity will be key in shaping and helping children pursue personal aspirations.

Responsibilities for this role include:

  • Encouraging young people to engage in a variety of clubs and offsite trips.
  • Planning, organising, and running half term programmes.

(All of which promote social development)

Benefits for this role include:

  • Training and development opportunities which include recognised qualifications and accredited certificates.
  • Salary £27,771.36 (39 wks pa)  (FTE £33,040.80) with option for overtime.
  • Fixed 2-week rota to include one weekend day per fortnight.
  • 5.6 weeks holiday
  • Pension scheme
  • Clear progression career path for staff who wish to develop their careers within the Trust.
  • Free onsite parking and free meals provided if working during mealtimes.
  • Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
  • Health Cash Plan for Employees
  • Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)
  • The role is for 39 wks pa term-time with the option of 52 wks working the school holidays at our sister school based in Minchinhampton

Requirements for the role:

The role would ideally suit someone with previous experience in sports coaching/ young people’s mentoring/ performing arts/creative activities; or who holds a qualification in Psychology/Sports and Exercise /Sports Coaching/ Youth and Community/Working with Children & Families.

Successful candidates will have:

  • A motivated, creative, and empathetic approach
  • Enthusiasm to work with and support the development of young people
  • Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities with young people
  • Confidence to contribute and collaborate with the youth support team and wider care team
  • A keenness to learn and implement Trauma Informed Practice
  • Previous experience in working with children and young people is desired
  • Driving licence – desired

How to Apply

  • Closing Date: 17th April 2026
  • School visits: 21st & 22nd April 2026
  • Interviews: 28th & 29th April 2026
  • We may close the application early if a suitable candidate is found

Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.

SEN Class Teacher

William Morris School, Eastington, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire GL10 3SH

Full-time – permanent position

Start date: Easter 2026 or September 2026

Closing date for applications: 1st February (Interviews expected w/c 9th February)

 

Join a nurturing, trauma-informed school where relationships and wellbeing are at the heart of learning.

William Morris School (ages 7–19), part of the Novalis Trust, is seeking passionate and dedicated teachers to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced educator or newly qualified, if you’re curious about special educational needs and committed to making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Why join us?

  • Supportive Environment – Work alongside an experienced co-teacher in small class groups (4–8 pupils), with mentoring and guidance as you settle in.
  • Therapeutic Approach – We specialise in trauma-informed, attachment-focused, relationship-based teaching.
  • Training Provided – No prior SEN experience required; we’ll support your development every step of the way.
  • Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values flexibility, resilience, and strong relationships with pupils and colleagues.

We’re looking for:

  • Teachers with a passion for inclusive education
  • Individuals who are reliable, adaptable, and empathetic
  • Those keen to learn about trauma and attachment
  • Specialisms in English or PSHE are especially welcome
  • We have opportunities across Key Stages 2–5 and we encourage all applicants to visit the school to explore where you might best fit.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary on the PRP pay scale (based on experience)
  • Teacher Pension Scheme
  • Free lunch and on-site parking
  • £600 welcome bonus (paid between 6 weeks and 1 year – subject to PAYE deductions)
  • Health cash plan & Blue Light Card eligibility
  • Ongoing training and development

Safeguarding is central to our work and Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.

Ready to make a difference?

Apply now or arrange a visit to discover how you could thrive at William Morris School

Please indicate in your application form the date you would be available to start.

SEN Design Technology Teacher

William Morris School, GL10 3SH

Start Date: Autumn Term 2026

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of a Design Technology teacher at William Morris School. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, enthusiastic and resilient teacher to lead our Design Technology department to ensure high quality learning takes place for our pupils aged 7-19.

William Morris is part of Novalis Trust – a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. We specialise in trauma-informed, attachment-focused, relationship based, therapeutic approach to teaching.

The Design Technology Teacher role is based at William Morris School and works as part of a well-established team. We welcome teachers from all backgrounds and levels of experience looking to either begin a career in special educational needs or develop their existing skills in our environment.

 

Role Purpose

  • To plan and deliver high-quality Design and Technology education for children and adults with neurodevelopmental difficulties and additional learning needs, enabling learners to express themselves creatively, build confidence, and develop artistic skills appropriate to their individual abilities.

About the Role

  • Teach Design & Technology across KS1–KS4, including GCSE Design & Technology (AQA).
  • Lead curriculum design, resourcing, health and safety and quality assurance.
    Manage and maintain D&T workshops for safe, effective practical learning.
  • Teach and nurture a small class group of 4–8 pupils with support staff.
  • Help develop workshop areas including CAD/CAM, Product Design, Graphics, 3D Design, and more. Our workshop is expanding and includes a laser cutter, 3D printer and pillar drill, with a scroll saw and belt sander soon to be installed.
  • Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values flexibility, resilience, and strong relationships with pupils and colleagues.
  • Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that promotes creativity, emotional expression, and wellbeing
  • Individualised teaching approaches to support learners with neurodevelopmental difficulties (e.g. ASD, ADHD, sensory processing needs) and other learning needs
  • Assess progress using flexible, learner-centred methods
  • Work collaboratively with support staff, therapists and families
  • Manage behaviour positively using trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approaches
  • Maintain a well-organised, stimulating art environment that meets health and safety requirements
  • Contribute to whole-school activities, exhibitions, enrichment projects, and cross-curricular learning

About You

  • We welcome applications from teachers with a range of backgrounds, whether experienced in SEN or looking to develop their skills
  • You will be dynamic, resilient, flexible, and committed to trauma-informed, attachment-focused practice and have a passion for inclusive education.
  • A candidate who is excited to develop the DT curriculum and workspace at William Morris
  • Ability to plan creative lessons that are accessible, engaging, and appropriately differentiated
  • Excellent communication skills and a calm, empathetic approach

What We Offer

  • Teacher Pension scheme
  • Free Lunch
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Health cash plan
  • Local discount scheme
  • Eligibility for a Blue Light Card

How to Apply

  • Closing Date: 17th April 2026
  • School visits: 21st & 22nd April 2026
  • Interviews: 28th & 29th April 2026
  • We may close the application early if a suitable candidate is found

 

Safeguarding Statement

  • Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.

Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?

Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. The cleaner position is based in one of the houses within the Trust, providing a homely and caring environment.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • Cleaning in one of our 8 residential homes, including bedrooms, living spaces and bathrooms.
  • General cleaning and tidying using non-commercial products.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • £13 per hour
  • Monday to Friday, 52 Weeks Position
  • Equivalent of 5.6 weeks annual leave per year
  • Pension Scheme
  • Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
  • Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
  • Health Cash Plan for Employees
  • Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)

Requirements for this role:

  • Self-Motivated, with the ability to work flexibly.
  • Good attention to detail
  • No formal experience or qualifications are required.

CCS Cleaner – Job Details

  • 9am to 4pm
  • Cleaning one of our 8 residential homes at Cotswold Chine School, Minchinhampton.

An application pack will be sent out once you register your interest, please check you spam folder for this.

Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.

Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?

Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. The school cleaner position is based at Cotswold Chine School cleaning in a general domestic setting.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • Office based cleaning, providing general cleaning and tidying using non-commercial products.
  • Assisting a team member with delivering break trays and student lunches (no cooking required).

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • £13 per hour
  • 9am to 2.30pm, Monday to Friday
  • Role available on a 39- or 52-week basis (39 Week is following Cotswold Chine term dates)
  • 5.6 Weeks paid holiday (Pro rata for 39 weeks for usual school holidays)
  • Pension Scheme
  • Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
  • Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
  • Health Cash Plan for Employees
  • Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)

Requirements for this role:

  • Self-Motivated, with the ability to work flexibly with a good attention to detail.
  • Friendly, professional personality
  • No formal experience or qualifications are required.

An application pack will be sent out once you register your interest, please check your spam folder for this.

Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.

Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?

Novalis Trust offers a unique, caring and nurturing environment that is both therapeutic and educational for young people and adults set in beautiful surroundings at Cotswold Chine School (Minchinhampton), William Morris School (Eastington) and Paradise House (Painswick), with the Head Office based in Ebley, Stroud.

The IT Technician position has a workload consisting of technical systems administration duties and end-user support working alongside an existing team and the IT Services Manager. Most work will remain office based either at the Trust’s headquarters or its other sites as needed.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a candidate just leaving full time education studying an IT related qualification and starting a career in IT. You will be guided into the role using the technologies and tools in use at the Trust by the existing team, but a fundamental understanding and good knowledge of concepts will be required.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • Act as first-line support for end users, troubleshooting IT faults and ensuring all requests are logged.
  • Travel to local schools to provide occasional onsite support where required.
  • Act upon requests/reports to solve unexpected IT problems and ensure all requests are logged.
  • Provide support to IT users, including provision of technical classroom support including providing IT training for school staff.
  • Take responsibility for the maintenance of computer software and hardware and liaise with IT equipment suppliers and visiting engineers as appropriate.
  • Liaising with students and parents who require support in accessing and using appropriate school systems.
  • Undertake first/second line maintenance.
  • Administer accounts, email and user groups ensuring these are secure and up to date.
  • Provide advice and support to members of the teaching staff regarding the use of IT equipment.
  • Undertake professional development to ensure technical knowledge and expertise remains contemporary to deliver the role.
  • Have knowledge of and comply with data protection legislation and all school data protection policies.
  • Ensure high levels of confidentiality are maintained when dealing with data relating to staff and students.
  • Perform complete installations on new PCs.
  • Install new and upgraded computer software and hardware.
  • Install and maintain all peripheral devices within the school.
  • Promote the use of paperless technologies.
  • To assist in the setup and maintenance of the school’s audio and visual equipment for assemblies, functions and events, such as sports day & activities week
  • Develop online media resources in conjunction with staff and departments.
  • Providing a timely and appropriate response to end-user support issues from an IT support helpdesk.
  • Writing documentation able to be understood by any level of IT skill.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • Up to £29,400 per annum (dependent on experience)
  • Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5pm (with some flexibility to cover any out-of-hours work if required)
  • 5.6 weeks annual leave per year (including bank holidays)
  • Company Mobile Device
  • Paid mileage between sites
  • Pension Scheme
  • Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
  • Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
  • Health Cash Plan for Employees
  • Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)

Requirements for this role are:

  • Full driving licence.
  • Minimum of Level 2 qualifications in literacy and numeracy (eg. GCSE English and Maths at grades A*-C)
  • Minimum of a relevant IT-based Level 3 qualification (eg. BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Information Technology) but preferable a relevant IT Degree
  • Acquired, working towards, or willing to work towards a relevant IT based certification (eg. CompTIA, Microsoft Certs)
  • Problem-solving and willingness to learn new skills and procedures
  • Good problem-solving skills and ability to effectively prioritise workload
  • Flexibility in dealing with projects and working on several projects simultaneously including some out-of-hours work
  • Ability to work on individual projects and as a member of a team.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft desktop and at a minimum, understanding server OS systems administration

An application pack will be sent out once you register your interest, please check your spam folder for this.

Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.

Would you like to make a difference and work for a charity?

Novalis Trust offers a unique, caring and nurturing environment that is both therapeutic and educational for young people and adults set in beautiful surroundings at Cotswold Chine School (Minchinhampton), Paradise House (Painswick) and William Morris School (Eastington), with the Head Office based in Ebley, Stroud.

Providing support across all sites, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated full time Project and Maintenance Assistant to support the project and maintenance team.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • The successful applicant would be able to carry out general maintenance duties.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • £27,000-£29,000 dependant on experience and/or qualifications
  • Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm
  • 30 days annual leave per year
  • Pension Scheme
  • Free onsite parking and free lunch/meals provided
  • Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
  • Health Cash Plan for Employees
  • Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)

Requirements for this role are:

  • Although not essential, experience in the building trade or general maintenance is desirable. You should have an interest in learning new skills on the job.
  • Full driving licence is essential.

An application pack will be sent out once you register your interest, please check your spam folder for this.

Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.