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Today, on National School Business Leader Day, we recognise and thank the incredible support staff across Staffordshire University Academies Trust.

From our central team and business professionals to our wider support teams - your dedication, expertise, and care help our schools thrive every single day.

Thank you for everything you do for our pupils, staff and communities.

Moorgate Primary Academy were delighted to welcome Tamworth’s MP, Sarah Edwards, for a special visit this week.

Organised by proactive parent LAC member, Zoe Schnepp, the visit gave pupils the opportunity to share their recent experiences at Birmingham University and their ongoing partnership with the Royal Society of Chemistry.

Over the past three years, Moorgate has placed a strong emphasis on enriching its science curriculum — including regular visits to university labs and participation in an 18-month plastics project.

During her visit, Sarah also met with members of the school council to discuss women’s rights and how voting for women has evolved over the last century, sparking thoughtful and inspiring conversations.

We are incredibly proud of the pupils at Moorgate Primary Academy, who represented their school with confidence and enthusiasm throughout the visit.

🎉 We’re incredibly proud to share that St Edward’s Academy Cheddleton has achieved their second AfPE Quality Mark for Physical Education, School Sport and Physical Activity — with distinction! 🏅

This recognition reflects the dedication and passion of the entire team. Here are just a few highlights from the feedback:

✨ Outstanding leadership and vision
Physical education is placed at the heart of the school, with a strong coaching culture and unwavering support for staff to deliver high-quality PE.

✨ Transformational impact on teaching and inclusion
Through high-quality CPD, team teaching, and EEF-informed adaptive planning, staff confidence has grown, ensuring inclusive, consistently strong outcomes for all pupils — including those with SEND.

✨ A culture of activity and wellbeing
From Mindful Minis to active outdoor learning, physical activity is embedded across the curriculum, creating engaged pupils and a whole-school ethos where being active is valued by everyone.

👏 Congratulations to everyone at St Edward’s Academy Cheddleton — a fantastic achievement!

A fantastic event last night as children from Moorgate Primary Academy and Charnwood Primary Academy came together for a cross country challenge.

Pupils from both schools were exceptional throughout, demonstrating resilience, determination and a positive attitude.
This is just the beginning of many opportunities for our children to step beyond their comfort zones, showcasing their sporting talent and excellent sportsmanship.

Staffordshire University Academies Trust are incredibly proud of them all. 👏🏃‍♀️

We have enjoyed spending time at the University of Staffordshire for their annual festive Christmas Carol service this week. Arranged and hosted by the University for their local community in the new Catalyst Building, the service was a thoroughly enjoyable way to celebrate Christmas and mark the beginning of the festive season!

👉 Read more about this special celebration on our website:

Christmas Carol Service 2025 | SUAT We have enjoyed spending time at the University of Staffordshire for their annual festive Christmas Carol service this week. Arranged and hosted by the University for their local community in the new Catalyst Building, the service was a thoroughly enjoyable way to celebrate Christmas and mark the be...

SUAT has an exciting opportunity to appoint an Administration Assistant - Fixed Term Maternity Cover.

We are looking to appoint an Administration Assistant to work in at our head offices on the University of Staffordshire campus, Leek Road. The role will focus on supporting the Trust central team through various roles and tasks as well as having the opportunity to demonstrate independent and interpersonal work skills, team working and collaboration with a range of stakeholders.

Hours: 37 hours per week, Term Time only (Working 38 weeks per year, 0.841 FTE)

Term: Fixed term, maternity cover which is due to commence in January 2026. It is expected that the fixed term will be 12 months including a handover, this may reduce upon return of the postholder.

Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Grade 4, SCP 5-6
Salary range (for 1.0 Full Time Equivalent): £25,583 to £25,989
Closing Date: Sunday 30th November 2025 (Midday, 12pm)
Shortlisting Date: Monday 1st December 2025
Successful applicants to be informed: Monday 1st December 2025 Interview Date: Tuesday 2nd December 2025
For more information please visit:

Administration Assistant - Fixed Term Maternity Cover | SUAT Staffordshire University Academies Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising of twenty-one academies, located throughout Staffordshire. We are looking to appoint an Administration Assistant to work in at our head offices on the University of Staffordshire campus, Leek Road. The role will focus on su...

All Saints CofE Primary Academy Bednall, one of our 21 academies, may be small in size but mighty in spirit. The academy is deeply rooted in its tight-knit community and has been since 1856. Leaders have high aspirations for the setting and pupils benefit from small class sizes which allows the academy to provide a very personal and nurturing approach to learning.

We’re thrilled to share that the school has received a generous £1,000 donation from The Harper Group! The funds will contribute to the construction of the new outdoor ‘Hollins Hideout’ building—giving children a covered space for their beloved Wildlife Wednesdays and forest-school sessions (a nature-based learning programme that the children absolutely love). This donation adds to the £5,000 already raised by the school community.

The cheque was presented following the successful development of the Cooper’s Meadow housing project in Bednall, led by The Harper Group in partnership with Housing Plus Group—so it’s extra special that the investment is now coming full circle to benefit local children and their outdoor education.

Thank you to everyone who has supported this vision, together we’re helping our pupils to connect with nature, learn outside, and grow in confidence.

SUAT has an exciting opportunity to appoint a Finance Assistant - Fixed Term Maternity Cover.

We are looking to appoint a Finance Assistant to start in January 2026 at our head offices on the University of Staffordshire campus, Leek Road, Stoke-on-Trent. The fixed term contract will be to cover maternity leave and is expected to last 12 months, but may end earlier if the postholder returns early. The role will focus on supporting the finance team through various roles and tasks as well as having the opportunity to demonstrate independent work skills, team working and progression.

Hours: 37 hours per week, Term Time including 6 Inset days + 2 weeks (Working 41.2 weeks per year, 0.912 FTE)
Term: Fixed term, maternity cover which is due to commence in January 2026. It is expected that the fixed term will be 12 months including a handover, this may reduce upon return of the postholder.
Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026
Salary: Grade 3 Salary (for 1.0 Full Time Equivalent): £25,185
Closing Date: Friday 31st October 2025 (Midday, 12pm)
Shortlisting Date: Monday 3rd November 2025
Successful applicants to be informed: Tuesday 4th November 2025
Interview Date: Thursday 6th November 2025
For more information please visit: https://www.suatrust.co.uk/vacancy/finance-assistant-vacancy-fixed-term-maternity-cover/

SUAT has an exciting opportunity to appoint an Administration Assistant - Fixed Term Maternity Cover.

We are looking to appoint an Administration Assistant to work in at our head offices on the University of Staffordshire campus, Leek Road. The role will focus on supporting the Trust central team through various roles and tasks as well as having the opportunity to demonstrate independent and interpersonal work skills, team working and collaboration with a range of stakeholders.

Hours: 37 hours per week, Term Time only (Working 38 weeks per year, 0.841 FTE)
Term: Fixed term, maternity cover which is due to commence in January 2026. It is expected that the fixed term will be 12 months including a handover, this may reduce upon return of the postholder.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Grade 4, SCP 5-6
Salary range (for 1.0 Full Time Equivalent): £25,583 to £25,989
Closing Date: Friday 31st October 2025 (Midday, 12pm)
Shortlisting Date: Monday 3rd November 2025
Successful applicants to be informed: Tuesday 4th November 2025 Interview Date: Thursday 6th November 2025
For more information please visit: https://www.suatrust.co.uk/vacancy/administration-assistant-fixed-term-maternity-cover/

Colleagues from the business team of Staffordshire University Academies Trust and Time4Sport were delighted to join together yesterday for a fantastic day of teamwork and collaboration. We would like to thank Time4Sport for an uplifting, energetic and motivational day across a variety of teambuilding activities with our team, sharing their expertise in physical education and activity.

We valued the opportunity to connect with members of our team, experience the benefits of the outdoor environment and recognise that our values should allow all stakeholders to excel, without limits on individual achievements. Congratulations to everyone who attended! Together, we can .