Joining Mercia Learning Trust means being part of an exceptional team of staff committed to continuous improvement, partnership and securing positive outcomes for every pupil. Our multi-academy trust is one of the strongest and most effective in the region.

You will work in an exceptional school, alongside a strong team of professionals, with great pupils.

We share the same mission and moral purpose to empower everyone in our communities, especially the most disadvantaged, to succeed.

We believe pupils should attend a school that focuses on academic excellence, cultural capital and the development of character.

We are looking for staff who share our high expectations to make sure all pupils are successful and leave our schools well-prepared for their future. 

Neil Miley, CEO

Work at Mercia Learning Trust

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King Ecgbert School

Sheffield, S17 3QU

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Mercia School

Sheffield, S7 2DY

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Nether Edge Primary School

Sheffield, S7 1RB

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Newfield Secondary School

Sheffield, S8 9JP

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Totley Primary School

Sheffield, S17 4FB

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Woodlands Primary School

Sheffield, S14 1SL

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Anns Grove Primary School

Sheffield, S2 3DJ

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Why do we exist?

To empower everyone in our communities, especially the most disadvantaged, to succeed.

How do we behave?

Everything we do is guided by three core values:

We are kind – showing care and supporting each other.

We have integrity – doing the right thing and always putting children first.

We work with diligence - overcoming obstacles and having no excuses.

What do we do?

We run schools that focus on academic excellence, cultural capital and the development of character.

How will we succeed?

We have three strategic anchors that guide our success:

A culture of excellence - making sure everything we do is of an exceptionally high standard, so our pupils get the very best education. We recognise excellence is not about perfection; it is about striving to be better every day, learning from our experiences and celebrating progress.

Academic focus - we will deliver an exceptional curriculum to provide every child with the knowledge, skills, character development and cultural capital they need to succeed. We want to create a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.

Purposeful collaboration - providing opportunities for all staff to share best practice, solve problems and work together in creating a unified approach to achieving our mission.

Every member of our trust community - staff, pupils, and families - plays a role in this shared mission. We are working together to create a brighter future for all.