- Our schools are run for the benefit of children and young people, not the ease of adults. Their achievement comes first and staff in schools and the central Trust office work to this end.
- The Trust aims to keep low priority tasks away from front line teachers and leaders so that they can focus explicitly on our core business of teaching and learning.
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22
April
2026
2026
Staff Spotlight: Learning Supervisor at The King’s School
This month, our staff spotlight is on Madison, Learning Supervisor and Receptionist at The King’s School. Her role is vital in supporting students directly, assisting teachers, and helping keep the school functioning smoothly. Learning supervisors directly improve the well-being, independence and resilience of our students, building the foundations for their success. Here, Madison describes elements of her day-to-day that give us insight into a learning supervisor position. What is a short, fun fact about yourself? I enjoy baking cakes and bread! I am currently growing a small vegetable and herb patch with some things I can use in my bakes, alongside… Read more
26
February
2026
2026
National Recognition for Our Commitment to Staff Development
We are proud to announce that we have been shortlisted for the 2026 MAT Excellence award for Staff Development (1-12 schools). “Staff development at Pontefract Academies Trust has been transformed into a culture where learning, wellbeing and growth are woven into their every day. Through initiatives including their Everyday Development model, three development days, succession planning, and professional learning hub, they have created personalised development, strengthened retention, built leadership pipelines, and achieved high engagement and satisfaction.” The MAT Excellence Awards celebrate excellence and impact across multi-academy trusts, and the Staff Development award highlights trusts that provide exceptional opportunities for colleagues to… Read more