Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest, to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is for a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

A culture that inspires

We are values-led and care deeply about the pupils in our schools.

Our Trust values are woven through everything that we do:

• Ambition: we believe everyone can achieve and we aspire for excellence in all we do
• Learning: we are always learning and see development as the route to improvement
• Perseverance: we embrace challenge and learn through doing difficult things
• Collaboration: we achieve more through working together
• Inclusion: we break down barriers to learning and participation

Our culture, underpinned by our values, is supported by:

• Promoting a supportive culture that values honest, sometimes challenging, feedback as an opportunity for learning and growth
• Ambitious goals for all pupils and staff
• A sense of belonging and a collective attitude of achieving more together and delivering excellence
• A dedicated survey where we listen carefully and respond to the views of staff
• Regular exposure to the Trust’s Senior Leadership Team, for learning and support
• Regular internal communications, including newsletters, which include updates from our CEO
• A focus on collaboration, best practice and sharing of expertise
  

Collaboration really is a core value here at Ormiston. Seeing how we all work together for the good of our pupils, motivates me every day!

Staff member

Benefits that care for you

We value hard work and dedication and we’re committed to ensuring you are supported, both professionally and personally, so that you can make the most impact for the children and young people in our schools.

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. This includes:

• Generous pension and life cover
• Access to health and wellbeing programmes, including counselling service
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform
• Free and confidential legal, tax and health 24/7 helpline
• Cycle to work scheme
• Automatic pay progression
• Flexible working arrangements
• And much more as part of a leading multi-academy trust

Professional development that supports your growth

At Ormiston we invest in you. With learning as one of our core values, we see it as the pathway to continuous improvement and have designed our sector-leading professional development programmes to support your ambitions and unlock your potential. From bespoke career pathways to opportunities for leadership development, we help you achieve your goals:

• National conferences with inspiring speakers and workshops
• Access to subject experts and lead practitioners who share best practices across the Trust
• Trust-wide inset and staff development days in addition to academy scheduled training days
• Career-advancing initiatives such as NPQs, apprenticeships and professional development plans

Complementing our formal approach, we embrace our identity as a learning organisation by encouraging staff to take ownership of their professional development, recognising everyday moments as opportunities to learn and grow. We foster a culture where honest feedback is freely given and openly received.

The professional development I’ve experienced here is unparalleled. I feel valued and supported to achieve my best.

Staff member

The professional development I’ve experienced here is unparalleled. I feel valued and supported to achieve my best.
Staff member

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are proud to be a values-led and performance-driven organisation and we’re creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are committed to attracting and retaining diverse talent, fostering belonging and supporting all staff to succeed – helping to meet our overarching purpose of making a difference for every child and young person that we support.

Ready to join us?

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to thrive in a values-led, performance-driven environment, explore our latest vacancies on this page.