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.

Admission and Family Support Co-Ordinator

Salary £28,000

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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, who may also have associated learning, attachment, and other additional needs. The Admissions & Family Support Coordinator is part of the Novalis Trust team, supporting both Cotswold Chine and William Morris Schools with admissions and family support. The role recognises the importance of trauma-informed practice and supports families to access appropriate guidance and care.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • This unique, role is based across both Cotswold Chine and William Morris School and the aim of this role is to provide integrated support across both the Admissions and Family Support
  • The ability to respond to general admission enquiries via telephone, or email offering clear timely supportive communication.
  • Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and a family-centred approach to build positive trusting relationships with children and families.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • £28,000.00 per annum
  • Monday to Friday 8.30 – 16.30
  • 28 Days per annum (including bank 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 are:

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to assist in Administrative tasks related to admissions to include completing one-page profiles, key assessment information for new admissions.
  • Conduct home visits during school holiday periods to offer relational and practical support, helping families implement strategies that are effective both at home and in school.
  • Be confident working with multiple teams, including families and external professionals
  • Support the development of family genograms, ACEs, chronologies and other systemic tools to enhance understanding of family dynamics
  • Have experience in a similar role within education, care, or support services (desirable)
  • Ability to prioritise work and have experience in dealing with confidential information.
  • Be committed to supporting the wellbeing and development of children and young people

Novalis Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and adults in our care. All applicants are required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

An application pack will be sent out to you once you register your interest – please check your spam folder for this if it does not appear in your in-box.

Work remotely

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Novalis Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS 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 Business Administrator position is mostly based at our headquarters in Ebley, near Stroud, but will involve some travelling to other Novalis Trust sites.

Main Responsibilities for this role:

  • Supporting in all administration tasks as required as directed by the resident architect and Department manager.
  • Arranging, attending and taking minutes for meetings with contractors, external consultants or advisors.
  • Providing support for the department Manager in all Human Resource related tasks including system administration and record keeping.
  • Arranging, attending and taking minutes for meetings to include supervision and appraisals of the maintenance staff team.
  • Participate in training as required for all HR and business-related tasks.
  • Liaising with the training department for new staff inductions and support the Department Manager in providing specific training for the department.
  • Ensuring compliance standards are maintained and documented to include recording on SharePoint property, equipment and fleet related compliance.
  • To process department relevant invoices and provide support to the department manager for tendering of products and services.
  • To research and purchase as authorised any products, supplies and equipment required for the department.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • £32,550pa
  • Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm
  • 28 days annual leave per year
  • 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)
  • Workplace pension scheme

Requirements for this role are:

  • Driving Licence (required due to need to travel between sites).
  • Experience with Administration type roles.
  • Competent in MS Office and SharePoint.
  • Excellent communication, organisational and time-management skills.

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.

Clinical and Therapy Assistant at Paradise House

Salary £28,412.80

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

Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. The Clinical and Therapy Assistant position works as part of a well-established, multi-disciplinary therapy team, supporting within the different settings across the charity, such as within the therapy and residential care settings. This role is working with adults at Paradise House, Painswick.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • Supporting residents 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.
  • £28,412.80 per annum with available overtime
  • Fixed 2-week rota (example will be sent once you apply)
  • 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:

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.

Children Support Worker at Cotswold Chine School 

Approx. salary £37,000

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Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can genuinely change lives?  Cotswold Chine School is an independent special school for children and young people with complex learning needs and associated social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.

We are currently seeking compassionate and motivated Support Workers to join our dedicated residential children’s care team. This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive organisation that values kindness, professional development, and high-quality care.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will:

  • Build positive and meaningful relationships with children and young people
    • Provide care, encouragement, and guidance to help each child reach their full potential
    • Support children and young people with their emotional wellbeing, daily routines, and personal development
    • Help create a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment
    • Work collaboratively as part of a caring and supportive team

What We Offer

We believe in supporting and rewarding our staff, which is why we offer:

  • From £13.10 per hour, with enhanced weekend rates and increased pay for staff qualified to RQF Level 3
    • £89 sleep-in rate, equating to an average salary of approximately £37,000 per year
    • Fixed 2-week rota with every other weekend off
    • Excellent training and development opportunities, including RQF Level 3 and Level 4 Certificate in Trauma-Informed Care
    • Equivalent of 6 weeks’ annual leave (pro rata)
    • Clear career progression opportunities within the Trust
    • Supportive team environment with strong community values
    • Pension scheme
    • Free onsite parking
    • Free meals provided during shifts
    • Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card
    • Health Cash Plan for employees
    • Employee welcome bonus of up to £600 within your first year (subject to PAYE deductions)

What We’re Looking For

We would love to hear from people who are:

  • Kind, caring, reliable, and adaptable
    • Passionate about supporting children and young people
    • Able to adapt their approach to meet individual needs
    • Creative in finding solutions and overcoming challenges
    • Experienced in person-centred support work (desirable but not essential)
    • Eager to learn and develop professionally

Additional Information

This position is known internally as a Key Worker.

Once you register your interest, an application pack will be sent to you — please remember to check your spam or junk folder.

Novalis Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check for regulated activity.

Senior Children Support Workers/Deputy House Managers

£39-£42,000 depending on experience

Make a Real Difference – Join Novalis Trust

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can genuinely change lives?  Cotswold Chine School is an independent special school for children and young people with complex learning needs and associated social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.

We are currently seeking compassionate and motivated Deputy House Managers and Senior Support Workers to join our dedicated residential children’s care team. This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive organisation that values kindness, professional development, and high-quality care.

About the Role

As a Deputy House Manager or Senior Support Worker, you will:

  • Build positive and meaningful relationships with children and young people
  • Provide care, encouragement, and guidance to help each child reach their full potential
  • Support the delivery of trauma-informed and best-practice care approaches
  • Lead by example, helping to guide and mentor less experienced team members
  • Play an important role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment

What We Offer

We believe in supporting and rewarding our staff, which is why we offer:

  • Competitive salary of £39,000 – £42,000 per year
  • Opportunities to earn extra through duty manager duties once experienced
  • Fixed 2-week rota with 2 sleep-in shifts per week
  • Excellent training and development opportunities, including recognised qualifications in Trauma-Informed Care and Family Work
  • Equivalent of 6 weeks’ annual leave (pro rata)
  • Supportive team environment with strong community values
  • Pension scheme
  • Free onsite parking
  • Free meals provided during shifts
  • Eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card
  • Health Cash Plan for employees
  • Employee welcome bonus of up to £600 within your first year (subject to PAYE deductions)

What We’re Looking For

We would love to hear from people who are:

  • Kind, caring, reliable, and adaptable
  • Passionate about supporting children and young people
  • Eager to learn and develop professionally
  • Qualified to Level 3 in Residential Care (desirable)
  • Experienced in residential care settings (desirable)

Additional Information

Once you register your interest, an application pack will be sent to you — please remember to check your spam or junk folder.

Novalis Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS 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 £33,040.80 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 and children
  • 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

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.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to work as part of our well-established and friendly teams across Cotswold Chine School and William Morris School, following a trauma informed approach. This would include opportunities to support the children with achieving their therapy goals within areas such as sensory, physical, emotional literacy, emotional regulation and independent living skills. Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs.

It is essential that you are able to work within a team and can evidence your excellent communication skills with the ability to autonomously manage your own caseload. It is recommended that you have some post qualification experience, however, newly qualified individuals with the ability to transfer relevant experience from placements are welcome to apply. The trust offers a preceptorship programme for newly qualified Occupational Therapist. You must be able to demonstrate evidence of core Occupational Therapy skills and be registered with the Health Care Professions Council.

There is an established clinical therapy team at Novalis Trust, which consists of Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Social Workers, Drama Therapist and Psychotherapists. There are regular clinical and therapy team meetings to discuss, share and track progress within the individual’s therapy and to document outcomes of therapeutic interventions. This post will provide opportunities to develop your professional skills whilst being supported through working in an established team of experienced therapists.

The role will involve providing integrated Occupational Therapy standardised and observation-based assessments and delivering interventions. This may include advising on specialist equipment, developing programmes to help rebuilding lost skills and restore confidence, advising on domestic and workplace environmental alterations and coaching children in social skills and anxiety and behaviour management. In addition, a strong focus will be on implementing sensory regulation strategies working within a trauma informed and attachment focused model of approach.

There is a strong emphasis towards continuing professional development and regular opportunities for clinical supervision with experienced clinicians at the trust. The trust offers additional training within the areas of trauma informed care, family work, Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics and Sensory Integration Education Network Module 1. We offer a supportive working environment and put a significant emphasis on sharing good practice through effective team working.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • The role would include occupational therapy assessment, observation and creating therapeutic support plans and goals for the children and young people.
  • Advising on specialist equipment needed to include domestic and workplace environmental alterations.
  • Developing programmes to help rebuild lost skills and restore confidence.
  • Opportunities to work alongside other therapists, to ensure the best outcome for the individual.

 

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities, including a Level 4 trauma informed qualification and Level 4 Family Work qualifications and opportunity to attend external training with the Sensory Integration Network to complete Sensory Integration Module 1.
  • Strong emphasis on CPD and opportunities for external training
  • Salary negotiable depending on experience
  • Monday to Friday (Term Time Only may be considered) with some flexibility around hours to support the provision of Occupational Therapy
  • Supportive working environment
  • 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:

  • Must be able to plan engaging and developmentally age appropriate therapeutic sessions.
  • Liaising as required with other professionals
  • Attending professional meetings as required
  • Providing support and coaching to care staff regarding the therapeutic needs of students and residents
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Excellent communication skills (both verbally and written)
  • Some experience of working with children is desirable
  • Must be registered with the HCPC.

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 Teaching Assistant

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

Start date: ASAP

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. William Morris School is trauma informed, attachment focused, and relationship based supporting young people who in some cases have experienced childhood trauma and adversity and who as a result have complex needs.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • Teaching Assistants have a crucial role in the school, through establishing key relationships with students, and through these relationships supporting engagement, motivation and skills development.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • Supportive team environment and all levels of experience welcome.
  • From £22,725 per annum. Teaching Assistants with relevant experience will be placed at the appropriate level of the pay scale.
  • Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.
  • 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)
  • Positive community feel

Requirements for this role are:

  • A keenness to learn and a willingness to implement our model of approach and best practice models in education.
  • Kind, caring, adaptable and reliable.
  • An understanding or experience of Education settings.

Desirable skills:

  • Experience of or an interest in phonics
  • Experience of or a willingness to deliver structured support to individuals or small groups as directed by the SENCo

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.

SEN Class Teacher

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

Full-time – permanent position

Start date: September or October 2026

 

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

We also welcome applicants with an interest in horticulture/Forest School

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

Start date: September or October 2026

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.

Novalis Trust has had an exciting opportunity arise for a Drama Teacher. The role is working across both our schools at Cotswold Chine School (Minchinhampton) and William Morris School, (Eastington) for both ECTs and suitably qualified experienced teachers.

We are a supportive team who welcome teachers from all backgrounds and levels of experience looking to develop a career in special educational needs teaching. We specialise in trauma-informed, attachment-focused relationship based, therapeutic approach to teaching. Our schools provide a nurturing environment for teachers to develop their existing experience or build on their teacher training as an ECT.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • At our schools the successful candidate will teach individuals, small groups and whole classes across both schools (split two days at William Morris and three at Cotswold Chine). Groups will be supported by the pupils’ usual class teachers.
  • There is an opportunity to learn from an experienced team to develop strong knowledge of trauma informed, attachment focused therapeutic teaching.
  • Both schools’ cohort is made up of pupils age 7 to 19. The candidate will be expected to have experience of or be willing to access training in order to teach at accreditation level (LAMDA, GCSE or similar).
  • All applications will be considered on an individual basis, a visit to both schools would make up part of the application process to ensure compatibility and understanding of the role.
  • If you value being part of a team, are keen to learn about trauma and attachment and would like to play a role in supporting students to overcome early life challenges to achieve personalised outcomes then this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • Member of the Teachers Pension Scheme
  • Supportive team environment and all levels of experience welcome.
  • From £31,650 (ECT’s). Teachers with relevant experience will be placed at the appropriate level of the pay scale.
  • Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm.
  • 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)
  • Positive community feel

Requirements for this role are:

  • The ability to form relationships with young people, reliability, resilience and a flexible approach to working with others are important.
  • Experience in special needs is not essential as training will be provided.
  • Qualified teacher status with Drama teaching experience

Expected start date – September 2026

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, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs.

Novalis Trust has opportunities at Cotswold Chine School for both ECTs and suitably qualified experienced teachers.

We are a supportive team who welcome teachers from all backgrounds and levels of experience looking to begin a career in special educational needs teaching. We specialise in trauma-informed, attachment-focused relationship based, therapeutic approach to teaching. Our schools provide a nurturing environment for teachers to develop their existing experience or build on their teacher training as an ECT.

Responsibilities for this role:

  • At our schools the successful candidate will teach and nurture a small class group of 4-8 students and with an experienced co-teacher. The co-teacher usually plays a mentor role for new teaching staff when they first join the school before forming a longer-term partnership to teach their assigned class.
  • We have positions within KS2, 3, 4 and 5. All applications will be considered on an individual basis, and we highly recommend visiting us so that we can work with you to consider where you would fit within the school.
  • If you value being part of a team, are keen to learn about trauma and attachment and would like to play a role in supporting students to overcome early life challenges to achieve personalised outcomes then this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits for this role include:

  • Excellent training opportunities
  • Member of the Teachers Pension Scheme
  • Supportive team environment and all levels of experience welcome.
  • From £31,650 (ECT’s). Teachers with relevant experience will be placed at the appropriate level of the pay scale.
  • Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm.
  • 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)
  • Positive community feel

Requirements for this role are:

  • The ability to form relationships with young people, reliability, resilience and a flexible approach to working with others are important.
  • Experience in special needs is not essential as training will be provided.

Expected start date – September 2026

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, 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

  • EITHER 9am to 2.30pm OR 9am to 4pm working pattern available
  • 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.

Project and Maintenance Assistant

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 to include general maintenance, plumbing, decorating, drywalling, plastering, carpentry and fencing.

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.