Star Talent Pool

2 months ago

Blackburn, United Kingdom Star Academies Full time

At Star, we are committed to developing the next generation of teachers, managers, and leaders in our schools and throughout the school system.

It is this goal, this steadfast mission that led to the creation of the Star Talent Pool.

The Star Talent Pool

The Star Talent Pool is the best way to stay up to date with the latest roles, vacancies and opportunities that Star has to offer. It's free and simple to sign up and it could be your gateway to an inspirational career with one of the best-performing multi-academy trusts.

Joining the Star Talent Pool ensures you'll be the first to hear when new vacancies are advertised. Not only will you receive updates from our recruitment team, but we’ll also give you access to our Star Talent Pool termly newsletter.

Who We’re Looking For

As a learning organisation, we are committed to cultivating talent and growing our own. We're looking for outstanding professionals to join our Star Talent Pool. If you are interested in any of the following job types, then we would love to hear from you:


Leadership Roles - School Business Manager, Assistant Principal, Vice Principal, Principal, Executive Principal

Teaching Roles - Primary, Secondary, Sixth Form

Education Support Roles - Student Welfare, Head of Year, Learning Coach, Teaching Assistant, Counselling, Science Technician, SEND Teaching Assistant

Business Support Roles - Admissions, Attendance, Finance, Procurement, HR, Capital and Estates, Communications, Marketing, ICT, Data, Office Manager, Staff Welfare

Casual Roles - Exam Invigilator, Cleaner, Tutor

Why Join the Talent Pool?

It’s free and simple to sign up and by joining, you will unlock a range of benefits that include:

  • A termly Star Talent Pool newsletter that includes the latest information on Star Academies, current vacancies and contact information for the recruitment team.

  • A dedicated login for all Star vacancies.

  • An opportunity for the recruitment team to facilitate visits and informal discussions with hiring managers where appropriate.

  • Support, advice and guidance on your application and supporting statement.


If you’re matched to a current vacancy, a member of the recruitment team will be in touch to tell you more about the role and how we can help you with your next career move.

About Star Academies

Star Academies is a mixed Multi-Academy Trust that runs a diverse network of 33 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment, and the professions.

Every single day you will be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed.

We can also offer you a generous package of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.

Together, we will nurture today's people and inspire tomorrow's leaders.


Join the Star Talent Pool

The next step is to click the ‘Apply for job’ button below and complete the simple form that only takes a few minutes to complete.


Our Commitment

Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks.

We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

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