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Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is a Church of England-led multi-academy trust (MAT) with the needs and aspirations of our pupils firmly at the centre of everything we do.

From humble beginnings, our Trust has grown steadily year-on-year and now supports the education of almost 3,000 children and young people aged 2-19 across Northumberland.

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“Enabling Everyone in our Community to let their light shine.”

Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) which strives to provide an inclusive and diverse learning environment, underpinned by Christian values, for pupils aged 2-19. Through our varied curriculum, we aim to develop well-rounded, skilled young people who aspire to the fullness of life and understand the role they have to play in their local communities.

Our Schools

Bishop’s Primary School logo

Bishop’s Primary School

admin.bps@ncea.org.uk

01670 844323

Josephine Butler Campus, Academy Road, Ashington, NE63 9FZ

https://bishops.ncea.org.uk/

 castle school logo

Castle School

admin.cs@ncea.org.uk

01670 844322

Castle School, Academy Road, Ashington, NE63 9FZ

https://castle.ncea.org.uk/

Duke's Secondary School logo

Duke’s Secondary School

admin.dss@dukes.ncea.org.uk

01670 816111

Duke’s Secondary School, Academy Road, Ashington, Northumberland, NE63 9FZ

https://dukes.ncea.org.uk/

Grace Darling C of E Primary School logo

Grace Darling C of E Primary School

admingd@gracedarling.ncea.org.uk

01670 812019

Grace Darling Primary School, Central Parkway, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, NE64 6RT

https://gracedarling.ncea.org.uk/

James Knott C of E Primary School logo

James Knott C of E Primary School

adminjk@jamesknott.ncea.org.uk

01670 813219

James Knott Primary School, Norham Road, Ashington, NE63 0LF

https://jamesknott.ncea.org.uk/

Harry Hotspur C of E Primary School logo

Harry Hotspur C of E Primary School

adminhh@harryhotspur.ncea.org.uk

01665 602850

NCEA Harry Hotspur C of E Primary School, Howling Lane, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1DJ

https://harryhotspur.ncea.org.uk

Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School logo

Thomas Bewick C of E Primary School

admintb@thomasbewick.ncea.org.uk

01670 812075

Thomas Bewick Primary School, Moorhouse Lane, Ashington, NE63 9LP

https://thomasbewick.ncea.org.uk/

Warkworth C of E Primary School logo

Warkworth C of E Primary School

admin.wps@warkworth.ncea.org.uk

01665 711369

Guilden Road, Warkworth, NE65 0TJ

https://warkworth.ncea.org.uk/

William Leech C of E Primary School logo

William Leech C of E Primary School

adminwl@williamleech.ncea.org.uk

01670 860267

William Leech Primary School, Church Square, Lynemouth, NE61 5TR

https://williamleech.ncea.org.uk/

Our Values

L

Love

  • Care for each other.
  • Help others do well.
  • Support those in need.

I

Inclusivity

  • Be welcoming and inclusive.
  • Celebrate each person’s worth.

G

Goodness

  • Work hard, do what is right.
  • Treat others well.
  • Do good and serve others.

H

Hope

  • Aspire to be the best we can be.
  • Learn from our mistakes.
  • Show determination.

T

Truth

  • Act with integrity and respect.
  • Tell the truth.
  • Take responsibility.

NCEA Trust

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Hoping to join a dynamic team of teachers? We're offering positions in a number of our schools - ranging from Early Years to Secondary School.
Deadlines are fast approaching - get in touch today to find out more about how you can continue your career with us.
Monday 16th and Wednesday 18th June deadlines!
Visit our website today.
www.ncea.org.uk/careers/teaching-leadership/

We're Hiring:

EARLY YEARS TEACHER at NCEA William Leech C of E Primary School
TEACHER at NCEA Grace Darling C of E Primary School
TEACHER at NCEA Warkworth Primary
TEACHER at NCEA Harry Hotspur C of E Primary School
HISTORY TEACHER at NCEA Duke's Secondary School

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Hoping to join a dynamic team of teachers? Were offering positions in a number of our schools - ranging from Early Years to Secondary School. 
Deadlines are fast approaching - get in touch today to find out more about how you can continue your career with us. 
Monday 16th and Wednesday 18th June deadlines! 
Visit our website today.
https://www.ncea.org.uk/careers/teaching-leadership/

Were Hiring:

EARLY YEARS TEACHER at NCEA William Leech C of E Primary School
TEACHER at NCEA Grace Darling C of E Primary School
TEACHER at NCEA Warkworth Primary
TEACHER at NCEA Harry Hotspur C of E Primary School
HISTORY TEACHER at NCEA Dukes Secondary School

#hiringnow #hiringteachers #TeachingJobs #teachingvacancies #NorthEastJobs #northeast #NorthumberlandJobs

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WIN NUFC Stadium Tour tickets for you and your child! Our lucky winner will receive 2 gift cards: 1 adult and 1 child but in order to enter, you must follow all of the rules below!

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Were trying to grow our online community, so please help us raise awareness of the Trust social medias and take part! You may win 👏😁 
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An exciting role has become available within the Trust... We're looking to hire a Lettings Co-Ordinator to work under the instruction of the Director of Health and Safety. This rare opportunity is an interesting role and could be the start to your career within the facilities sector.

DEADLINE: 23rd June 2025
You can download the full job description by scanning the QR code, or copy and paste this link into your browser to visit our website.
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Unique Job Opportunity Alert!!⚠️🚨

An exciting role has become available within the Trust... Were looking to hire a Lettings Co-Ordinator to work under the instruction of the Director of Health and Safety. This rare opportunity is an interesting role and could be the start to your career within the facilities sector. 

DEADLINE: 23rd June 2025
You can download the full job description by scanning the QR code, or copy and paste this link into your browser to visit our website. 
https://cdn.realsmart.co.uk/nceatrust/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/06144523/Lettings-Co-Ordinator-JD-PS.pdf 

Good luck to the right candidate.

#LettingsCoOrdinator #NorthEastVacancies #healthandsafety #lettingsjobs #northumberlandjobs #nceatrust
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