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 School

 

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 £12.60 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 £36,000 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.

Clinical and Therapy Assistant at Cotswold Chine School

 

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 Cotswold Chine School and the surrounding homes, 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 residential care 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.
  • £13.13 per hour with overtime available and £89 per sleep in shift.
  • Fixed 2-week rota
  • 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 are:

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

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.

**Please note, sponsorship is not available on this role**

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 Adult Support Worker role is based at Paradise House, a residential home for people aged 18-65.

Responsibilities for this role:

• Establishing key support relationships with the residents
• Giving them the care, guidance and support they need to thrive
• Fun and laughter whilst taking part in many different activities for leisure and skills development.

Benefits for this role include:

• Excellent training opportunities including a Level 4 Certificate in Trauma Informed Care
• From £12.60 per hour and £79 sleep in rate which equates to an average salary of £35,734.40 per year
• Fixed 2-week rota of 42 hours and 2 sleep in shifts per week
• Staff supported in a community setting with good team relationships
• Equivalent of 5.6 weeks annual leave per year pro rata
• 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:

• Some experience of working with people in a person-centered 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

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.

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

Cotswold Chine 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 up to £31,928 per annum 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)

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

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 Adult Support Worker role is based at Paradise House, a residential home for people aged 18-65.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • Supporting residents to engage in activities, build skills and enabling them to live purposeful, happy and independent lives.
  • Accessing community activities and services
  • Fun and laughter whilst taking part in many different activities for leisure and skills development.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities, including a Level 4 Certificate in Trauma Informed Care.
  • Salary £30,724.20 per annum
  • 2 Week fixed shift pattern
  • Staff supported in a community setting with good team relationships
  • Equivalent of 5.6 weeks annual leave per year pro rata
  • 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:

  • Some experience of working with people in a person-centered 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
  • Creative, kind, caring, adaptable and reliable

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.

SEN Class Teacher

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

Full-time – permanent position

Start date: October 2025/January 2026

Closing date for applications: 30th September 2025

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

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 and is 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 Gardener to support the project and maintenance team.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • Maintaining and developing all areas of the gardens at the allocated site on a day-to-day basis, and at other Novalis sites as required.
  • Managing & maintaining the green houses as and when required.
  • Restoring and developing areas as directed by the Project Manager.
  • Assisting in carrying out general landscaping work.
  • Keeping the grounds clean and free from litter.
  • Keeping paths and drives in a safe condition, particularly during the autumn/winter months.
  • Removing snow and other hazards so that paths are safe and maintaining adequate supplies of salt and sand.
  • Welcoming young people, residents and students to use the gardens and adapting the work to fit in with their needs.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • Salary from £26,000pa, dependant on experience and/or qualifications
  • Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm (occasional weekend work as required)
  • 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:

  • Experience and knowledge in gardening is essential and horticultural work is desirable
  • Full driving licence is essential as you will be required to drive between sites.
  • Flexible approach with good interpersonal skills.
  • To work under your own initiative as well as part of a team.

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.