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Work where everyone achieving, without exception, is more than a vision

Join a Trust of 28 schools across London, Essex, Suffolk and Brighton — built on collaboration, high standards and genuine care for the people who work here.

EXCELLENCE · INCLUSION · COLLABORATION · INTEGRITY

See our current vacancies

^{WHO WE ARE}
A new Trust. A long-standing commitment

Compass Eko Trust brings together two respected MATs — The Compass Partnership of Schools and Eko Trust — united by a single, uncompromising aim: outstanding education for every child, in every school, in every community we serve.

28

Schools across 5 regions

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Types of provision: primary, infant, junior, special & SEMH

2026

Year of our merger — building on a decade of expertise

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Regions: Greenwich, East London, Essex, Suffolk, Brighton

^{OUR VISION}
Everyone achieving, without exception.

Our schools sit at the heart of everything we do. The Trust exists to serve them — bringing clarity, consistency and support so leaders can focus on delivering excellent education in their communities.

We are a family of good and outstanding schools committed to strong outcomes through high-quality teaching and a knowledge-rich curriculum.

^{WORKING HERE}
An excellent career. A comprehensive package.

We invest in our people because we know that when staff thrive, children thrive. Here’s what you can expect when you join us.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

At least two professional development conversations every year, leadership programmes, mentoring, cross-school shadowing opportunities and a wide range of formal and informal CPD. You will never stop learning here.

COLLABORATIVE CULTURE

You are part of a professional network of over 28 schools. Colleagues share knowledge, challenge thinking and support each other across safeguarding, assessment, teaching and beyond. You are never working in isolation.

WORKLOAD & WELLBEING

A confidential Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and counselling. We review workload and systems Trust-wide, driven by staff feedback - not just policy.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY POLICIES

Flexible working, part-time hours, term-time-only contracts and job shares are actively supported. Generous maternity, paternity and adoption entitlements that meet or exceed national standards.

PAY, PENSION & BENEFITS

National pay and conditions as a minimum, plus auto-enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teachers’ Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution. Plus an employee benefits platform with retail discounts and deals.

TRADE UNION RECOGNITION

We work closely with Trade Unions representing teaching and support staff, meeting termly to proactively and positively manage employee relations across the Trust.

^{HEAR FROM OUR STAFF}
What our people say

The level of support we now enjoy would have felt like a distant dream just a few years ago.
^{Teacher — Hangleton Primary School}

Sharing expertise and adapting teaching at scale has become seamless across the Trust.
^{Deputy Head — South Rise}

Joining Eko has led to many changes at Rushmere Hall, with collaboration quickly becoming a natural part of how we work.
^{Teacher — Rushmere Hall}

Sharing the mental load and responsibility of the role has had a positive impact on my sense of wellbeing.
^{Co-Headteacher — Earlham}

^{HOW TO APPLY}
Your recruitment journey

A straightforward, respectful process from first click to first day. We will keep you informed at every step and give you time to ask questions throughout.

Five process steps

1	Find Your Role	Browse current vacancies on MyNewTerm and submit your application before the closing date.
2	Shortlisting	We assess applications carefully. Shortlisted candidates are contacted within two weeks of the closing date.
3	Selection	We will share full details of what to expect — format, location, who you will meet and what to prepare.
4	Decision	We contact you by phone or email, give you time to review the offer and answer any questions you have.
5	Welcome Aboard	Pre-employment checks completed, start date confirmed and induction planned before your first day.

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

If you are looking to work where collaboration is deliberate, development is meaningful and your work contributes to outcomes beyond your own classroom, we would love to hear from you.

See our current vacancies

^{Applications are made through MyNewTerm · We support flexible and part-time applications

Equal opportunities employer}

Compass Eko Trust is an equal opportunities' employer.
We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or other protected characteristics. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment screening.

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