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The Keys Academy Trust

About The Keys Academy Trust

WELCOME TO THE KEYS ACADEMY TRUST

The Keys Academy Trust is committed to securing the very best educational outcomes for our pupils. The Keys is a family of thirteen distinctive schools rooted at the heart of the communities they serve. All our schools have aligned values and share a common vision to aspire to the provision of excellent learning and pastoral care for pupils and staff, which unlocks future life chances for all.

Our universal offer to all staff is built on a commitment to inclusion, collaboration, and professional growth for you. Whether you work in a classroom, office, kitchen, or school grounds, you are a vital part of our community, and we are here to help you thrive. 

This offer ensures that every staff member - regardless of role or career stage - has access to high-quality training, meaningful collaboration, wellbeing support, and clear development pathways. 

While structured career pathways provide additional progression opportunities, our universal offer guarantees ongoing professional learning, collaboration, and support for everyone. 

Some of our other staff benefits include:

  • Access to our excellent career pathway, including National Professional Qualification
  • Collaboration and networks across the Trust
  • A central suite of CPD and bespoke support
  • Wellbeing package for all staff
  • Local Government Pension Scheme and Teachers Pension
  • Continuous Service
  • Enhanced occupational maternity, paternity and sick pay
  • Holiday entitlement

The Trust is always seeking dynamic, committed and skilled members of staff to join our forward thinking, supportive and collaborative teams in both our schools and central team.

The Keys Academy Trust Vacancies

Teaching Assistant and 1 to 1 support for children with SEND. (Earliest start date: June 1st 2026. Latest start date: September 2nd 2026.)

Teaching Assistant and 1 to 1 support for children with SEND. (Earliest start date: June 1st 2026. Latest start date: September 2nd 2026.)

Sonning Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

Sonning Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

We are looking for a teaching assistant to work supporting the class teacher and the individual needs of all children within the class and also with a child with additional needs.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £16,859.50 Annually (Actual)
      Grade 3 SCP 5 - 6 depdendent on experience and skillset. FTE £25,584.00 Salary based on 29 hours 10 mins hours per week. 08:30 - 15:20 (1 hr lunch)
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Early Years Foundation Stage Leader

Early Years Foundation Stage Leader

The Coombes Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

The Coombes Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

The Coombes CE Primary School is seeking an experienced EYFS Lead or exceptional EYFS teacher with a genuine passion for early years education to lead our thriving Early Years provision, including two...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPS/UPS + TLR £3,527
New SHARE

Extended Care Club Playworker

Extended Care Club Playworker

The Coombes Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

The Coombes Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

Due to the expansion of our club, we are seeking to employ highly motivated & enthusiastic playworkers to join our team.

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £12.85 Hourly
      Grade 2 (SCP3) FTE £24,796 £12.85 per hour
New SHARE

Nursery Wraparound Care Supervisor

Nursery Wraparound Care Supervisor

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

As part of our Polehampton offer, we are excited to announce the opening of our new nursery provision from 1st September 2026. Pupils from 3 years old initially will be admitted to Polehampton Nursery...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £26,403.00 - £28,142.00 Annually (FTE)
      20 hrs per week, term time only - actual salary £11,934-£12,720
New SHARE

Early Years Educator (EYE)

Early Years Educator (EYE)

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

As part of our Polehampton offer, we are excited to announce the opening of our new nursery provision from 1st September 2026. Pupils from 3 years old initially will be admitted to Polehampton Nursery...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £26,403.00 - £28,142.00 Annually (FTE)
      Term time only. 35 hours per week including 30 minutes lunch break - actual salary £20,884 - £22,259
New SHARE

Nursery Wraparound Care Educator

Nursery Wraparound Care Educator

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

As part of our Polehampton offer, we are excited to announce the opening of our new nursery provision from 01 September. Pupils from 3 years old initially will be admitted to Polehampton Nursery, with...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £25,584.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)
      Term time only, actual salary for 20 hr/week role £11,563 - £11,746
New SHARE

EYFS Class Teacher

EYFS Class Teacher

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

We are excited to announce the opening of our new nursery provision from 1st September 2026. Pupils from 3 years old initially will be admitted to Polehampton Nursery, with 28 places available per ses...

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE)
      Depending on experience - M1-M6
New SHARE

Trainee Teacher

Trainee Teacher

Uplands Primary School and Nursery, Sandhurst, Berkshire

Uplands Primary School and Nursery, Sandhurst, Berkshire

Trainee Teacher at Forest Learning Alliance

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
New SHARE
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Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

Policies & Documents

  1. TKAT Why Work For Us - Jan 26
  2. TKAT Safeguarding Statement 2025

Part of The Keys Academy Trust

The Keys Academy Trust Vacancies

Teaching Assistant and 1 to 1 support for children with SEND. (Earliest start date: June 1st 2026. Latest start date: September 2nd 2026.)

Teaching Assistant and 1 to 1 support for children with SEND. (Earliest start date: June 1st 2026. Latest start date: September 2nd 2026.)

Sonning Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

Sonning Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

We are looking for a teaching assistant to work supporting the class teacher and the individual needs of all children within the class and also with a child with additional needs.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £16,859.50 Annually (Actual)
      Grade 3 SCP 5 - 6 depdendent on experience and skillset. FTE £25,584.00 Salary based on 29 hours 10 mins hours per week. 08:30 - 15:20 (1 hr lunch)
New SHARE

Early Years Foundation Stage Leader

Early Years Foundation Stage Leader

The Coombes Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

The Coombes Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

The Coombes CE Primary School is seeking an experienced EYFS Lead or exceptional EYFS teacher with a genuine passion for early years education to lead our thriving Early Years provision, including two...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      MPS/UPS + TLR £3,527
New SHARE

Extended Care Club Playworker

Extended Care Club Playworker

The Coombes Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

The Coombes Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

Due to the expansion of our club, we are seeking to employ highly motivated & enthusiastic playworkers to join our team.

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £12.85 Hourly
      Grade 2 (SCP3) FTE £24,796 £12.85 per hour
New SHARE

Nursery Wraparound Care Supervisor

Nursery Wraparound Care Supervisor

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

As part of our Polehampton offer, we are excited to announce the opening of our new nursery provision from 1st September 2026. Pupils from 3 years old initially will be admitted to Polehampton Nursery...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £26,403.00 - £28,142.00 Annually (FTE)
      20 hrs per week, term time only - actual salary £11,934-£12,720
New SHARE

Early Years Educator (EYE)

Early Years Educator (EYE)

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

As part of our Polehampton offer, we are excited to announce the opening of our new nursery provision from 1st September 2026. Pupils from 3 years old initially will be admitted to Polehampton Nursery...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £26,403.00 - £28,142.00 Annually (FTE)
      Term time only. 35 hours per week including 30 minutes lunch break - actual salary £20,884 - £22,259
New SHARE

Nursery Wraparound Care Educator

Nursery Wraparound Care Educator

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

As part of our Polehampton offer, we are excited to announce the opening of our new nursery provision from 01 September. Pupils from 3 years old initially will be admitted to Polehampton Nursery, with...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £25,584.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)
      Term time only, actual salary for 20 hr/week role £11,563 - £11,746
New SHARE

EYFS Class Teacher

EYFS Class Teacher

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

We are excited to announce the opening of our new nursery provision from 1st September 2026. Pupils from 3 years old initially will be admitted to Polehampton Nursery, with 28 places available per ses...

  Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £45,352.00 Annually (FTE)
      Depending on experience - M1-M6
New SHARE

Trainee Teacher

Trainee Teacher

Uplands Primary School and Nursery, Sandhurst, Berkshire

Uplands Primary School and Nursery, Sandhurst, Berkshire

Trainee Teacher at Forest Learning Alliance

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

Part of The Keys Academy Trust

Are you looking for a different role at The Keys Academy Trust? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

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