We believe that every child can achieve, irrespective of their background or circumstances
We create very high performing schools where students thrive and make excellent progress
Being part of CST means being part of a forward-thinking, expanding organisation that values real collaboration and invests in the development of its staff
Behaviour systems and routines are strong and consistent in our schools, supporting staff to be able to do what they do best: teach
All of our schools have proactive staff social groups. CST is a great place to make friendships that can last a lifetime
All new staff have a buddy and a comprehensive onboarding process
Professional Growth
Professional development and well-being are at the heart of everything we do. With exceptional coaching and support, you’ll be equipped to grow in your career alongside a team of inspiring professionals
Opportunities to develop in our trust are substantial. 75% of our leadership teams are in post due to internal promotion. Good staff do well at CST
We’ll make sure you are part of a high performing team that will look after you and support you to be the best that you can possibly be
We have an excellent Early Career Teacher (ECT) programme. We train graduates to be future leaders in education
Every staff member has access to the fully funded suite of NPQs and other professional qualifications
Workload Reduction
3 week Christmas holiday
No performance management. We have automatic pay progression
We have replaced retrospective marking with live marking
‘Memory booklets’ allow staff to set simple homework with minimal marking
Centralised detentions mean staff do not need to run individual detentions
No written school reports
No formal lesson observations
Training on time-management
Staff Benefits
Cycle to work scheme
Employee counselling service (EAP)
Free lunch every day to staff who complete one duty
