Based in the centre of Liverpool, our school, sponsored by The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, opened in September 2014. We provide children with a broad and balanced curriculum and have a particular focus on the creative and performing arts. We currently have 620 children from Reception to Year 10. 

LIPA School is a vibrant and inclusive community that ensures every child is placed at the centre of every learning experience. We do this by offering a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum based on challenge and our strong sense of heritage. We believe that by providing excellent learning experiences and ensuring children learn how to be ready, respectful and safe, we will be able to encourage every child to shine and reach their full potential. Our classrooms are full of energy, curiosity and diverse needs. You’ll need to think on your feet, adapt quickly and give your best as our students deserve nothing less.

LIPA MAT is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

We have the following vacancies for September 2025

Secondary Phase

Secondary SENco  (KS3/4)

Full time

Permanent

Salary Scale- Main/Upper Pay range + £3000 SEN allowance

Start Date- from 1st September 2025

The Secondary (KS3/KS4) SENCO, under the direction of the headteacher, will:  

• Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school  

• Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability  

• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies  

• The SENCO will be expected to fulfil the responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the STPCD  

While the SENCO will have responsibility for the oversight of provision for pupils with SEN or a disability, class teachers will hold responsibility for the day-to-day education and support of pupils within their classroom.  

Deadline for Applications- Friday 20th June at 9am.

Secondary Phase

Science Teacher  (KS3/4)

Full time

Permanent

Salary Scale- Main/Upper Pay range

Start Date- 1^st September 2025

You will be required to plan, teach and contribute to the development of teaching and learning in Science Key Stage 3 / Key Stage 4. You will collaborate with colleagues across subjects to support our project-based approach, maximising opportunities to teach the subject creatively, innovatively using external partners. You will maintain the positive ethos and core values of the school, both inside and outside the classroom. You will be required to exercise their professional skills and judgement to carry out the professional duties set out in our job description in a collaborative manner.

Deadline for Applications- Friday 20th June at 9am.

Secondary Phase

English Teacher  (KS3/4)

Full time

Permanent

Salary Scale- Main/Upper Pay range

Start Date- 1^st September 2025

You will be required to plan, teach and contribute to the development of teaching and learning English at Key Stage 3 / Key Stage 4. You will collaborate with colleagues across subjects to support our project-based approach, maximising opportunities to teach the subject creatively, innovatively using external partners. You will maintain the positive ethos and core values of the school, both inside and outside the classroom. You will be required to exercise their professional skills and judgement to carry out the professional duties set out in our job description in a collaborative manner.

Deadline for Applications- Friday 20th June at 9am.

Exams and Data Administrator
Pay Scale- NJC 12-17
37.5 hours per week
Actual salary- £23,767.51- £25,782. 23 (£27,711- £30,060 FTE)
39 weeks per year
Start Date- 1st September 2025

We are looking to appoint an Exams and Data Administrator to join our team on term time, full time, permanent basis. The Exam and Data administrator is responsible for the organisation and smooth running of both internal and external examinations. The administrator acts as the primary liaison between the school and external examination
bodies. They will be familiar with the requirements and regulations placed on schools by both awarding bodies and the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) and will ensure that the school is compliant with these before, during, and after examination periods. You will also support the administrative, attendance and reception activities of the school, as required.

The successful candidate must have previous experience and knowledge of examination administration, processes and regulations and 5 GCSES (A*-C) including English and Maths. You will have excellent communication, organisational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Deadline for applications- Friday 13th June 2025 at 12pm.

Pastoral and Welfare Liaison Officer
Pay Scale: NJC 23-25 (£33,366- £35,235 FTE)
Actual Salary: £28,617.76-£30,220.78
Term Time, 39 weeks
Full time, Permanent
Start Date- 1st September 2025

We are looking to appoint a Pastoral and Welfare Liaison Officer to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will work closely with our families to support them with challenges that they may be facing both inside and  outside of school. You will act with persistence, confidence and creativity in order to engage our families to work with us in a collaborative and supportive way. This will include coordinating and delivering targeted tiered interventions, carry out preventive education and working closely with a wide range of external agencies such as Children’s Services and the Local Authority. You will also work collaboratively with the Designated Safeguarding Lead to plan, deliver and review projects that improve outcomes for vulnerable students.
 

You must have good communication and listening  skills, strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt well to different situations and scenarios.

An NVQ Level 3 qualification in supporting teaching and learning and a Level 2 in English and Mathematics is essential. You must also have a minimum of three years’ experience of working with children and experience of supporting pupils and families in challenging circumstances.

Deadline for applications- Friday 13th June 2025 at 12pm.

Receptionist (Permanent)

NJC SCP 4 (7-11) (FTE £25,584- £27,269)

Actual salary: £21,943.20 - £23,388.41

Start date- 1^ST September 2025

37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

The primary purpose of this role is to provide a professional,
efficient, and welcoming front of-house experience for all visitors, parents, and staff, while also delivering high-quality administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the school office. You will be the first point of contact for visitors and telephone enquiries, upholding the school’s values through every interaction and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed. This role includes a wide range of responsibilities including reception management, communication handling, data and record maintenance and support for school-wide administrative tasks. The postholder will play a key role in supporting the senior leadership team and wider staff through timely and accurate administrative work, contributing to a safe, secure, and efficient school
environment. The role requires the ability to multitask, using initiative and remaining calm under pressure.

The successful candidate must have previous experience working as a Receptionist, GCSE (Grade A*- C) or equivalent in English and 5 other subjects (preferably Maths), experience of operating basic office equipment and good knowledge of a range of software packages using a Windows environment, including a sound working knowledge of Outlook.

Deadline for applications- Friday 13th June 2025 at 12pm.

Receptionist (Fixed Term)
NJC SCP 4 (7-11) (FTE £25,584- £27,269)
Actual salary: £19,583.72- £20,873.53
Start date- 1st September 2025
End date-22nd July 2026

Full-time, Term time
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
 

The primary purpose of this role is to provide a professional,
efficient, and welcoming front of-house experience for all visitors, parents, and staff, while also delivering high-quality administrative support to ensure the smooth operation of the school office. You will be the first point of contact for visitors and telephone enquiries, upholding the school’s values through every interaction and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed. This role includes a wide range of responsibilities including reception management, communication handling, data and record maintenance and support for school-wide administrative tasks. The postholder will play a key role in supporting the senior leadership team and wider staff through timely and accurate administrative work, contributing to a safe, secure, and efficient school
environment. The role requires the ability to multitask, using initiative and remaining calm under pressure.

The successful candidate must have previous experience working as a Receptionist, GCSE (Grade A*- C) or equivalent in English and 5 other subjects (preferably Maths), experience of operating basic office equipment and good knowledge of a range of software packages using a Windows environment, including a sound working knowledge of Outlook.

Deadline for applications- Friday 13th June 2025 at 12pm.

Level 3 Teaching Assistant
NJC SCP 5- SCP 6 (FTE £24,790- £25,183)
Actual salary: £21,262.19 - £21,599.27
Start date- 1ST September 2025
Full-time, Term time (39 weeks)
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

We are looking for a highly motivated, resilient and enthusiastic individual to join our schools support team. Reporting to your Phase Lead, you will be responsible for supporting teaching and learning in our
school, providing specialist support to the teacher in an aspect of the curriculum, age range or additional needs.

The successful candidate must have a relevant Level 3 Qualification and GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English A*-C. You also need experience working with children in an educational setting and understand the needs of children in a primary school setting.

Deadline for applications- Friday 13th June at 12pm.

SEN Teaching Assistants  (1:1)
NJC SCP 5- SCP 6 (FTE £24,790- £25,183)
Actual salary-  £18,975.94- £19,276.76
Start date: 1st September 2025

End Date- 22nd July 2026
Full-time, Term time (39 weeks)
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Reporting to your Phase Lead, you will be responsible with assisting and supporting class teachers in the provision of a high standard of care and a comprehensive educational programme designed to meet the physical and developmental requirements of pupils with additional support needs. These needs can arise from: the learning environment; medical and/or disability issues; familial circumstances; social and emotional issues.

The successful candidate must have a relevant Level 3 Qualification and GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English A*-C. You also need experience working with children with additional needs in an educational setting and understand the needs of children in a primary school setting.

Deadline for applications- Friday 13th June 2025 at 12pm.

Our school is committed to safeguarding children and promoting children’s welfare. This post is subject to all the relevant pre-employment checks set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an enhanced DBS certificate with a barred-list check. You will need be able to obtain satisfactory DBS clearance for this position.

Please send any completed applications (found below)  to hr-enquiries@lipaprimary.org or alternatively by post to

HR Lead

LIPA Multi Academy Trust

Federation House 

88 Hope Street

Liverpool

L1 9BQ