Vale Academy Trust
https://www.vale-academy.org/
Vale Academy Trust
About Vale Academy Trust
The Vale Academy Trust comprises nine church and community schools based in the South Oxfordshire towns of Wantage and Abingdon; two secondary schools and seven primary schools, none of which are more than 10 miles apart.
OUR VISION
- The Vale Academy Trust is a family of schools recognised for providing exceptional, stimulating, inclusive learning opportunities in a safe, happy environment where all can flourish;
- The Trust will inspire the highest standards of achievement and personal growth for the young people in our schools and for everyone that works for the Trust;
- Through working together and sharing excellent practice, Vale Academy Trust schools will support the learning needs of all within our local communities, well into the future.
OUR VALUES
Underpinning the Trust's Vision are our values which are central to our commitment to the well-being of all.
RESPECT / AMBITION / COLLABORATION / INTEGRITY / KINDNESS
We believe in developing our people to be able to model the highest quality of teaching and leadership, growing and inspiring our own leaders and supporting the aspirations of our staff. The Vale Academy Trust is committed to building brilliant futures together by fostering and nurturing a trusting and caring culture focused on the well-being of everyone associated with the Trust, so that we feel supported, heard, accepted and valued and empowered.
In 2013 the Vale Academy Trust led the way in modelling collaboration, being the first in the UK to see church schools and community schools coming together, whilst retaining their own distinctive character. All share a common vision and set of goals and targets, with skilled professionals working both within their own schools and across other Trust schools to bring about truly collaborative school improvement.
This has already resulted in many exciting joint projects and initiatives and the Vale Academy Trust Promise - to 'Involve, Engage, Enrich and Inspire'. This reinforces our ambition to offer each young person a breadth of experience through which they will find and forge their talents, whilst they learn in forward thinking, inspirational schools with skilled and motivated teachers determined to secure the best outcomes for each child.
The Department for Education has approved the Vale Academy Trust as a Sponsoring Academy Trust. Our newest school, St. John's CE Primary Academy on the Wellington Gate housing development in Grove, opened to Nursery and Reception age children last September. This will be followed by St John's CE Secondary Academy opening in 2025 close by, thereby offering the first 'all through' school experience in the locality.
Vale Academy Trust Vacancies
FACULTY LEAD – SECONDARY PHASE
FACULTY LEAD – SECONDARY PHASE
St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
St John’s CE Academy is a new all-through Church of England Academy for ages 2 to 16. We are seeking dynamic and experienced leaders to help shape the Secondary Phase, opening in September 2025. Thi...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Plus TLR 1(1) £9,882.00
Cover Supervisor
Cover Supervisor
Larkmead School, Faringdon Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
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Larkmead School, Faringdon Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
We are seeking to recruit inspiring Cover Supervisors to join our enthusiastic and professional team.
- Permanent/Term Time Only | Part-Time
- £25,992.00 - £28,163.00 Annually (FTE)
Support Staff NJC Grade 6. Actual annual salary in the region of £18152.52 - £19668.72
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Are you thinking about a future in teaching but want real classroom experience first? This is an exciting opportunity to step into a rewarding role that provides first-hand insight into the teachin...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,790.00 - £25,584.00 Annually (Actual)
Actual £16,853.08 - £17,392.86 (30 hours a week, term time only)
Teacher of Religious Studies
Teacher of Religious Studies
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of Religious Studies.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Part-Time Teaching Assistant
Part-Time Teaching Assistant
St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Teaching Assistant- Part-Time
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,404.00 - £24,790.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary based on 19.5 hours (3 days) £10,994.17
School Office Administrator
School Office Administrator
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Are you a friendly, welcoming person looking for a term time administrative role where you can make a real difference within a large Academy? We have an exciting opportunity for an office admini...
- Permanent/Term Time Only | Full-Time
- £24,404.00 - £24,790.00 Annually (FTE)
Starting Actual Salary £20,461.82 - £20,785.46 (Term Time only, 38 Weeks)
Teacher of MFL (French / Spanish)
Teacher of MFL (French / Spanish)
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of MFL offering either French / Spanish, or both over KS3.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of English
Teacher of English
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase is pupil numbers, King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of English.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of Business
Teacher of Business
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers and Business as one of the most popular subjects with KS4 & KS5 options, A-Level and BTEC Business; King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, r...
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of Maths
Teacher of Maths
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of Maths. King Alfred's Academy offer Core Maths, A-Level Maths as ...
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of History
Teacher of History
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of Humanities or with a focus subject of History.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of Design Technology
Teacher of Design Technology
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of Design and Technology.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Head of Year (FTC - 31.08.2025)
Internal Applicants ONLY
Head of Year (FTC - 31.08.2025)
Internal Applicants ONLY
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Head of Year - TLR2 (3a) - Temporary until 31.08.2025
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £7,900.00 - £7,900.00 Annually (FTE)
n/a
Teaching Assistant- 5 Days Per Week
Teaching Assistant- 5 Days Per Week
St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Teaching Assistant- 5 Days Per Week
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £24,404.00 - £24,790.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual Salary £18,323.61-£18,613.44
School Volunteer
School Volunteer
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
We’re looking for enthusiastic and inspiring volunteers to help teams at King Alfred's Academy.
- N/A | N/A
Specialist Nurture Teaching Assistant
Specialist Nurture Teaching Assistant
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
We are seeking to recruit an inspiring Specialist Nurture Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic and professional team. This is an excellent opportunity to directly support students and staff ...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,790.00 - £25,584.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual £16,853.08 - £17,392.86 (30 hours a week, term time only)
Specialist PD Teaching Assistant
Specialist PD Teaching Assistant
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
We are seeking to recruit inspiring a Specialist PD Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic and professional team. This is an excellent opportunity to directly support students and staff at King...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,790.00 - £25,584.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual £16,853.08 - £17,392.86 (30 hours a week, term time only)
Classroom Teacher
Classroom Teacher
Thameside Primary School, Cotman Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
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Thameside Primary School, Cotman Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Classroom Teacher (KS1/KS2) - full time or part-time
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £46,525.00 Annually (Actual)
Main Scale/UPR
Volunteer
Volunteer
Charlton Primary School, Charlton Village Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
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Charlton Primary School, Charlton Village Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
We believe that volunteers provide a valuable contribution to the school’s work, and that they enrich the school through the breadth of their knowledge and experience. We are committed to using volu...
- N/A | N/A
Pupil Premium and Alternative Provision Learning Mentor (English) (1 x f/t position or 2 x p/t positions.)
Pupil Premium and Alternative Provision Learning Mentor (English) (1 x f/t position or 2 x p/t positions.)
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to an increase in students, King Alfred's Academy is seeking to recruit an Pupil Premium and Alternative Provision Learning Mentor (English) to join our enthusiastic and professional team. Either ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £28,163.00 - £30,060.00 Annually (FTE)
35 hours per week. Actual Salary due to the nature of the role £23,177.39 - £24,738.57 (38+1 for INSET days)
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Policies & Documents
Part of Vale Academy Trust
Vale Academy Trust Vacancies
FACULTY LEAD – SECONDARY PHASE
FACULTY LEAD – SECONDARY PHASE
St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
St John’s CE Academy is a new all-through Church of England Academy for ages 2 to 16. We are seeking dynamic and experienced leaders to help shape the Secondary Phase, opening in September 2025. Thi...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Plus TLR 1(1) £9,882.00
Cover Supervisor
Cover Supervisor
Larkmead School, Faringdon Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
-
Larkmead School, Faringdon Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
We are seeking to recruit inspiring Cover Supervisors to join our enthusiastic and professional team.
- Permanent/Term Time Only | Part-Time
- £25,992.00 - £28,163.00 Annually (FTE)
Support Staff NJC Grade 6. Actual annual salary in the region of £18152.52 - £19668.72
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Are you thinking about a future in teaching but want real classroom experience first? This is an exciting opportunity to step into a rewarding role that provides first-hand insight into the teachin...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,790.00 - £25,584.00 Annually (Actual)
Actual £16,853.08 - £17,392.86 (30 hours a week, term time only)
Teacher of Religious Studies
Teacher of Religious Studies
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of Religious Studies.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Part-Time Teaching Assistant
Part-Time Teaching Assistant
St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Teaching Assistant- Part-Time
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,404.00 - £24,790.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual salary based on 19.5 hours (3 days) £10,994.17
School Office Administrator
School Office Administrator
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Are you a friendly, welcoming person looking for a term time administrative role where you can make a real difference within a large Academy? We have an exciting opportunity for an office admini...
- Permanent/Term Time Only | Full-Time
- £24,404.00 - £24,790.00 Annually (FTE)
Starting Actual Salary £20,461.82 - £20,785.46 (Term Time only, 38 Weeks)
Teacher of MFL (French / Spanish)
Teacher of MFL (French / Spanish)
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of MFL offering either French / Spanish, or both over KS3.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of English
Teacher of English
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase is pupil numbers, King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of English.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of Business
Teacher of Business
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers and Business as one of the most popular subjects with KS4 & KS5 options, A-Level and BTEC Business; King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, r...
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of Maths
Teacher of Maths
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of Maths. King Alfred's Academy offer Core Maths, A-Level Maths as ...
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of History
Teacher of History
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of Humanities or with a focus subject of History.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Teacher of Design Technology
Teacher of Design Technology
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to the increase of pupil numbers King Alfred's Academy are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resourceful and committed Teacher of Design and Technology.
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £31,650.00 - £49,084.00 Annually (FTE)
Head of Year (FTC - 31.08.2025)
Internal Applicants ONLY
Head of Year (FTC - 31.08.2025)
Internal Applicants ONLY
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Head of Year - TLR2 (3a) - Temporary until 31.08.2025
- Fixed Term | Full-Time
- £7,900.00 - £7,900.00 Annually (FTE)
n/a
Teaching Assistant- 5 Days Per Week
Teaching Assistant- 5 Days Per Week
St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
St Johns CofE Academy, Stanley Hall Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Teaching Assistant- 5 Days Per Week
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £24,404.00 - £24,790.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual Salary £18,323.61-£18,613.44
School Volunteer
School Volunteer
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
We’re looking for enthusiastic and inspiring volunteers to help teams at King Alfred's Academy.
- N/A | N/A
Specialist Nurture Teaching Assistant
Specialist Nurture Teaching Assistant
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
We are seeking to recruit an inspiring Specialist Nurture Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic and professional team. This is an excellent opportunity to directly support students and staff ...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,790.00 - £25,584.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual £16,853.08 - £17,392.86 (30 hours a week, term time only)
Specialist PD Teaching Assistant
Specialist PD Teaching Assistant
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
We are seeking to recruit inspiring a Specialist PD Teaching Assistant to join our enthusiastic and professional team. This is an excellent opportunity to directly support students and staff at King...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £24,790.00 - £25,584.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual £16,853.08 - £17,392.86 (30 hours a week, term time only)
Classroom Teacher
Classroom Teacher
Thameside Primary School, Cotman Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
-
Thameside Primary School, Cotman Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire
Classroom Teacher (KS1/KS2) - full time or part-time
- Permanent | Part-Time/Full-Time
- £30,000.00 - £46,525.00 Annually (Actual)
Main Scale/UPR
Volunteer
Volunteer
Charlton Primary School, Charlton Village Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
Charlton Primary School, Charlton Village Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire
We believe that volunteers provide a valuable contribution to the school’s work, and that they enrich the school through the breadth of their knowledge and experience. We are committed to using volu...
- N/A | N/A
Pupil Premium and Alternative Provision Learning Mentor (English) (1 x f/t position or 2 x p/t positions.)
Pupil Premium and Alternative Provision Learning Mentor (English) (1 x f/t position or 2 x p/t positions.)
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
-
King Alfred's, Portway, Wantage, Oxfordshire
Due to an increase in students, King Alfred's Academy is seeking to recruit an Pupil Premium and Alternative Provision Learning Mentor (English) to join our enthusiastic and professional team. Either ...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £28,163.00 - £30,060.00 Annually (FTE)
35 hours per week. Actual Salary due to the nature of the role £23,177.39 - £24,738.57 (38+1 for INSET days)
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Part of Vale Academy Trust
Are you looking for a different role at Vale Academy Trust? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
