Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staffing body to be reflective of the communities we work within. Brooke Weston Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, culture, age, disability, marital status or socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage and welcome applications from minority groups and foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where people can be themselves.

Job Title: Teacher- Maternity cover

Hours per week / Weeks per year: 100% 

About Oakley Vale Primary School and the Teacher role

Why chose Oakley Vale?

· We have happy, enthusiastic and well-behaved children who will make you proud to be a Teacher.

· We have a dedicated, passionate and committed team of staff who work collaboratively to provide exciting and enriching experiences for our children.

· Our school is a modern, well equipped building with large grounds full of potential.

We benefit from being a valued member of the Brooke Weston Trust, which gives us the opportunity to work alongside many different schools within the local community and further afield.

As a member of staff at Oakley Vale and the Brooke Weston Trust, we can offer you the following:

• Enhanced salaries and rapid promotional prospects

• Opportunities for continued professional development and access to the BWT Teaching School

• The support of a cohesive and committed team of staff who work collaboratively to maintain high standards and expectations

• Family Friendly policies including but not limited to; Maternity & Paternity leave, flexible working and discretionary leave including an annual wellbeing day.

• A hot or cold breakfast and lunch each day

• Access to a school laptop for all teaching staff and the latest technology throughout the school

• Salary Sacrifice schemes such as Childcare Vouchers, discounted BWT childcare facilities, Bike2Work, Car leasing & Private Health care

• Lifestyle discounts for major high street retailers

• Access to 24/7 online GP services for you and your family

• Access to 24/7 ‘Employee Assistant’ Physical & mental health services.

• Annual Wellbeing day

· A professional, experienced mentor to work alongside you

· Access to the Early Career Framework CPD programme provided by the BWT Primary Training Hub

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of our school and to join us on our journey from good to great. We are excited to be recruiting for an inspirational Teacher to work alongside the array of existing teaching staff and new senior leadership team to ensure pupils are safe and enjoying an exemplary education. If you are passionate about learning, motivated and hardworking then Oakley Vale Primary School is the place for you.

About Brooke Weston Trust

Our Trust was formed more than 25 years ago with a simple and clear mission – to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people.

Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people.

We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Ambition Hub, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School. To find out more about working for our Trust and the benefits available to staff please check out the BWT Join Us Guide.

Safer Recruitment

Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google. A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection

The Trusts position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy - Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.