'Winyates is a family; a community of people who care for one another and take a collective responsibility for our school.'

RECRUITMENT

Grow your career with us!

Here you can find a place to belong

Are you ready to grow as a professional, thrive, and make a real difference in education? We believe in creating opportunities for our children and staff to think big, aim high, and recognise their potential, knowing that anything is possible.

We're committed to supporting your growth and helping you become the professional you truly want to be. Whether you're at the start of your career journey or seeking to advance your expertise, we'll empower you to shine and flourish. You'll find a working atmosphere where staff wellbeing and development are genuinely valued. We offer personalised induction, opportunities for professional development, and ongoing support tailored to your aspirations. You'll also be part of an incredible network of passionate, positive colleagues, with an approachable leadership team involved in daily school life. We take care of the big stuff, so you can focus on what matters most — the children.

Visits are warmly welcomed - come and have a look at our school and find out what makes us such a vibrant, forward-thinking school.

“Leaders, together with governors and the whole Winyates school 'family', share the same ambitious vision for all pupils to achieve their potential.” Ofsted 2025

“I’ve felt incredibly supported in developing my career across the Spirit Federation. I feel valued, well looked after, and proud to be part of something truly meaningful.” ECT1 Teacher

Current Vacancies

The Story of Us

Winyates Primary School opened its doors in September 1980, created to serve the growing community of Orton Goldhay in Peterborough. Built with an open-plan design typical of the time, the school was established to accommodate around 360 children and quickly became an anchor point for families moving into the newly developed township.

Over twelve years ago, Winyates joined with St John’s Church School, marking the start of a new era of collaboration, shared leadership and collective ambition. This partnership later expanded to include Barnack Primary School (2020) and Paston Ridings Primary School (2023), forming what is now known as the Spirit Federation. The federation’s name captures the shared ethos of resilience, aspiration and unity that underpins its work.

As part of Spirit, Winyates benefited from strong strategic leadership, an ambitious curriculum vision and a deeply embedded culture of coaching, professional learning and community partnerships. These developments significantly strengthened outcomes for pupils. Over time, Winyates has become known for its nurturing environment, inclusive values and high standards across the school.

The school’s journey reached a landmark moment in June 2025, when Ofsted judged Winyates Primary School Outstanding in all areas: Quality of Education, Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Early Years, and Leadership and Management. Inspectors described the school as “joyful and exceptionally welcoming,” praising the outstanding curriculum, the impressive personal development offer and the exceptional progress pupils make.

Join us as we continue our journey of excellence and flourish with us!

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career with us? All the essential documents for your application are located in the Google Drive folder above.

Review the Role: Please view the Job Description for the role(s) you are interested in.
Complete the Application Form: Please download and complete this form fully. It's important that all sections are completed accurately.
Submitting Your Application:
- Digital Submission: If you are completing the form digitally, please save it as a PDF (or similar format) and email your completed application to office@winyates.peterborough.sch.uk
- Handwritten Submission: Alternatively, if you prefer to complete the form by hand, please print it out, fill it in clearly, and then either post it to our school address or hand-deliver it to the school office during opening hours.

Important Information for Applicants:

Closing dates: Please take note of the application deadlines for each vacancy which are stated in the Job Description and advert.
Queries: Should you have any questions about the application process or a specific role, please do not hesitate to contact us by phone on: 01733 234185 or email: office@winyates.peterborough.sch.uk. We're here to help!

What Happens Next:

After the closing date, applications will be carefully shortlisted. Successful candidates will then be contacted for an interview,