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