Why join Mulberry

Who we are

Founded in 2017, the Mulberry Schools Trust is a flourishing multi-academy trust serving diverse communities across London and the South East. We provide a state-funded, non-selective education that is academically rigorous, personally enriching and socially just.
We are committed to providing an outstanding education for all children and young people in our care. We are extremely proud of our family of schools, spanning nursery, primary, secondary, a University Technical College, a family and community learning centre and our Alternative Provision opening in 2028.

A Mulberry education

At the Mulberry Schools Trust, we believe that access to education is a human right. It is premised on three under-pinning principles:

• Access to education and the chance to be educated is a human right in a civilised world.
• Education should provide rich intellectual and personal development for individuals and communities of people.
• Education is a public good.

These principles are the starting point for everything we do, including the work of our schools, our governors and trustees, school staff and senior leaders within the Trust. Each of our schools shares a common purpose: support student wellbeing and nurture ambition, creativity and self-determination.

Teaching, supporting, leading — every role matters at Mulberry

The Mulberry Schools Trust places great value on supporting teachers, associate support staff and leaders at every stage of their careers
From Initial Teacher Training to Early Career Teaching, middle and senior leadership through to Trust-wide Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and training for support staff and senior leaders, we provide exceptional professional development to ensure our workforce thrives in a diverse, inclusive environment.

The East London Teaching School Hub (ELTSH) has supported the professional development of over 2,800 teachers and leaders across east London and beyond to date. The ELTSH provides training for every career stage, including the Early Career Teacher Entitlement and the National Professional Qualifications. It also offers the opportunity for staff to get involved in leading and facilitating our courses.

Through the Mulberry College of Teaching, our accredited Initial Teacher Training Provision, we award Qualified Teacher Status and partner with Sheffield Hallam University to award a PGCE. Trainees benefit from teaching placements within our thriving school communities and the opportunity to grow their careers locally.

Six reasons to join us

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to take the next step, the Mulberry Schools Trust offers an environment where you can thrive. We know students achieve better when the staff around them are motivated and highly qualified.

The Mulberry Schools Trust ethos of life-long learning is not just for students. We are committed to encouraging teaching and support staff to engage in professional dialogue about learning; we promote collaboration, experimentation and research into how we can best serve the needs of our students.

Here are six reasons why talented professionals choose to build their careers with us.

1. A values-led organisation
   Grounded in equity, inclusion and excellence.
2. Professional development for every role
   Trust-wide CPD for teachers, associate support
   staff and leaders at every stage of their career.
3. Ambitious students and supportive families
   Our learners are resilient, creative and driven to succeed.
4. A healthy and happy workplace
   We offer wellbeing benefits and celebrate every contribution.
5. Leadership with purpose
   Our school leaders respond to their communities and are empowered to shape their schools.
6. World-leading partnerships
   Unlocking real-world learning opportunities for all.