Whether you are an established teacher or leader, or an Early Career Teacher, working at Morley Newlands Academy as part of GORSE provides you with greater opportunities to network, share good practice and progress as a professional. At Morley Newlands Academy and GORSE, our amazing package of valuable benefits is unique: we offer our staff an exceptional and fulfilling career with all the support, resources and development you could wish for.

As a team member of GORSE, you are part of a close community which makes the most of every opportunity to share good practice, new ideas and innovations at any level and any phase. Whatever the challenge you face, you’re never alone: there’s always someone in the trust who can help or advise. We also hold trust-wide events which are wonderful opportunities to network and learn with your professional family!

We take great pride in ensuring that both our students and colleagues are able to work in a safe and well-maintained space. This means that our learning environments are always light, well equipped and pleasant working environments.

The leadership across the academy is built upon our core leadership values of diligence, integrity, rectitude and kindness. We place a great emphasis on developing leadership excellence at all levels of our academy which ensures that our students always receive the very best.

Pension – From your start date, you can join either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the West Yorkshire Pension Scheme. Your contributions will depend on your salary.

Annual Leave – For support staff, annual leave starts from 27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing after 5 years’ service.

Employee Assistance Programme – We operate a free, independent and confidential advice, information and counselling service for all our staff.

CPD and Well-being – GORSE staff can access professional development opportunities to ensure teaching and learning is constantly improving, enhancing potential for career progression, and are provided with excellent well-being support

Pay Portability – The Trust’s Pay Policy guarantees pay portability for classroom teachers.

Cycle to Work Scheme – The trust is part of the Cycle Scheme where an employee can save 25-39% on a bike or accessories.

Gym Memberships – Through our partnership with Active Leeds and Kirklees Active Leisure we are able to offer reduced gym memberships with no joining fee or tie down contracts.

Financial Benefits – Through our partnership with bYond and Extras Discounts colleagues can save and earn money whilst they shop.

VIVUP Rewards Scheme – provides access to discounts and financial benefits accessible via the app