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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

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Trust Governance Professional

Trust Governance Professional

The Keys Academy Trust, Reading, Berkshire

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The Keys Academy Trust, Reading, Berkshire

We are looking to appoint an experienced Trust Governance Professional for our Trust Board within The Keys Academy Trust, supporting trustees and local governing bodies to ensure strong governance, re...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £13,121.00 - £14,383.00 Annually (Actual)
      Grade 7 SCP 25-29
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Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Grazeley Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

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Grazeley Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Teaching Assistant (TAs) to support teaching and learning within our school and help secure excellent emotional and academic outcomes for pupils...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £25,584.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)
      Term time only (Actual salary example) - 15 hours -£8,673-£8,810
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Playworker (Casual)

Playworker (Casual)

Alder Grove Church of England Primary School, Shinfield, Berkshire

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Alder Grove Church of England Primary School, Shinfield, Berkshire

Enthusiastic Playworker wanted to support fun, welcoming Wraparound Care Club sessions in a friendly primary school in a flexible role. This will suit those seeking adaptable hours - ideal for student...

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £14.65 Hourly
      £14.65 (incl holiday pay)
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Early Years Educator (EYE)

Early Years Educator (EYE)

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

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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
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Nursery Wraparound Care Educator

Nursery Wraparound Care Educator

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

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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
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Nursery Wraparound Care Supervisor

Nursery Wraparound Care Supervisor

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

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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
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Policies & Documents

  1. TKAT Why Work For Us - Jan 26
  2. TKAT Safeguarding Statement 2026

Part of The Keys Academy Trust

The Keys Academy Trust Vacancies

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Trust Governance Professional

Trust Governance Professional

The Keys Academy Trust, Reading, Berkshire

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The Keys Academy Trust, Reading, Berkshire

We are looking to appoint an experienced Trust Governance Professional for our Trust Board within The Keys Academy Trust, supporting trustees and local governing bodies to ensure strong governance, re...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £13,121.00 - £14,383.00 Annually (Actual)
      Grade 7 SCP 25-29
New SHARE
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Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Grazeley Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

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Grazeley Church of England Primary School, Reading, Berkshire

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Teaching Assistant (TAs) to support teaching and learning within our school and help secure excellent emotional and academic outcomes for pupils...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £25,584.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)
      Term time only (Actual salary example) - 15 hours -£8,673-£8,810
New SHARE
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Playworker (Casual)

Playworker (Casual)

Alder Grove Church of England Primary School, Shinfield, Berkshire

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Alder Grove Church of England Primary School, Shinfield, Berkshire

Enthusiastic Playworker wanted to support fun, welcoming Wraparound Care Club sessions in a friendly primary school in a flexible role. This will suit those seeking adaptable hours - ideal for student...

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £14.65 Hourly
      £14.65 (incl holiday pay)
New SHARE
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Early Years Educator (EYE)

Early Years Educator (EYE)

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

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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
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Nursery Wraparound Care Educator

Nursery Wraparound Care Educator

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

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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
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Nursery Wraparound Care Supervisor

Nursery Wraparound Care Supervisor

Polehampton Church of England Infant School, Reading, Berkshire

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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
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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