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About Advantage Schools

Advantage Schools is an ambitious Multi Academy Trust of 10 schools;  Sixth Form, Secondary, Primary and Nursery.

Our schools are:  The Chalk Hills Academy, The Stockwood Park Academy, Elstow School, Bedford Free School, Queen’s Park Academy, The Vale Academy, The Linden Academy, The Rushmere Park Academy, Laburnum Primary School and Houstone School.

We believe very strongly in our values, which guide everything we do.

We exist to serve our communities – the pupils and families of Bedford, Central Bedfordshire and Luton – in order to offer a real choice of education.  We specialise in an academic education that offers excellent outcomes, a great learning environment with routines and structures that ensure excellent behaviour, and phenomenal extra-curricular opportunities.

Our schools are genuinely comprehensive, and we believe that every child can go on to achieve extraordinary things.

We ensure that our curriculum is rich in powerful knowledge, expect hard work and do not make excuses.  We believe in working together with families to support our high expectations that meet young peoples’ aspirations.  Every pupil should have the option to go to university at 18, and for the vast majority this should be the choice of highly-selective universities.  We hence craft our curriculum around the core knowledge contained in traditional academic subjects.  We believe all of our pupils have a right to the assumed knowledge that educated people take for granted, and aspire to ensure that all of our pupils join the community of educated citizens.

We are outward-facing, sharing all of what we do with other trusts, professionals and anyone who is interested.

INTEGRITY  AMBITION  EXCELLENCE

We are a unique family of schools, sharing our practice and beliefs to enable young people to achieve the very highest standards. At Advantage Schools, we provide exceptional opportunities for all to be knowledgeable with experiences that broaden horizons. We ensure our children, students and adults cultivate a strong self-belief so that they can flourish and develop into successful, well- rounded, self-respecting people.  Our commitment to this vision can be demonstrated by our values.

INTEGRITY

We:  provide a caring, nurturing environment where children and young adults feel happy, healthy and supported. Our academies will be places of safety, enabling pupils to develop courage, strong ambition and be the best that they can be act honestly and transparently, advocating for pupils even when this causes difficulties work together to share innovative practice and to provide a wealth of opportunities for all pupils and staff focus on the development of all our colleagues through quality recruitment and retention, with excellent opportunities for clear and dynamic career progression.

AMBITION

We:  provide exceptional lessons enabling our pupils to be highly successful. We share the most impactful approaches to teaching, curriculum and assessment, ensuring an interesting, inclusive and challenging education is on offer in each of our schools.  Our aim is to guarantee excellent 2-19 provision, with clear progression routes for all. You can expect excellent behaviour and conduct at all times, allowing all to make progress and achieve.

EXCELLENCE

We:  enable all of our pupils to develop and flourish, through close working and regular communication with our families and local community.  Our Cross-Trust focus is to ensure children are supported to meet ambitious targets and to provide exciting opportunities both inside and outside of the classroom.

 

Advantage Schools Vacancies

Trustee

Trustee

Advantage Schools, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Advantage Schools, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Do you have leadership experience in: education, finance/audit, risk, law, estates, HR/people, data, technology, organisational growth, or governance in complex organisations. Bring your expertise ...

  Work from Anywhere (WFA) | N/A
  This is a voluntary position
New SHARE

Learning Mentor

Learning Mentor

Bedford Free School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Free School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

An exciting opportunity for an experienced and dedicated Learning Mentor to join our friendly and hardworking support team in our thriving school.

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £25,893.00 - £26,712.00 Annually (FTE)
      AS 5-7 FTE £25,893-£26,712 pro rata £22,470-£23,180 (dependent on experience)
New SHARE

Principal

Principal

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an expert Primary Leader to drive excellence in teaching, learning and pupil performance across the school. Who is passionate about maximising educational attainment and standards to e...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £73,790.00 - £92,012.00 Annually (Actual)
      AS Leadership 15-24 £73,790-£92,012 dependent on experience
New SHARE

SEND Teacher (Specialist Resource Provision)

SEND Teacher (Specialist Resource Provision)

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated SEND Teacher to join our Specialist Resource Provision where we work hard to provide a calm, safe and nurturing environment to allow our pupils’ to have t...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £33,026.00 - £45,776.00 Annually (FTE)
      AST 1-6 FTE £33,026-£45,776 pro rata £19,815-£27,465
New SHARE

Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilator

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are seeking confident, reliable, and punctual Exam Invigilators to join our experienced team of invigilators in ensuring the smooth running of the examination process.

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £12.21 Hourly
      £12.21 per hour
New SHARE

Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and empathetic candidate who has an understanding of how students learn and how resources can be adapted to match student’s needs. Apply now and jo...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £25,893.00 - £26,712.00 Annually (FTE)
      AS 5-7 FTE £25,893-£26,712 pro rata £21,255-£21,927
New SHARE

Head of Drama

Head of Drama

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced / aspirational professional, who is enthusiastic, influential and committed to working in pursuit of success for the academy and its learners to lead our Drama...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £38,849.00 - £57,349.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £38,849-£57,349 including Curriculum Lead Allowance of £5,823
New SHARE

Head of French

Head of French

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an experienced Teacher of French who has experience of leading a team, Apply now and join our supportive teaching team at The Stockwood Park Academy.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £38,849.00 - £57,349.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £38,849-£57,349 including Curriculum Lead Allowance £5,823
New SHARE

Teacher of Maths

Teacher of Maths

Houstone School, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

Houstone School, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated Teacher to join our wonderful Maths department and help provide a transformational quality of education to the pupils in our thriving school.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £51,526.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £33,06-£51,526 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Elstow School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Elstow School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an inspirational, dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our highly effective and supportive team.

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £25,105.00 - £25,495.00 Annually (FTE)
      AS 3-4 £25,105-£25,495 pro rata £20,608-£20,928 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and creative Class Teacher to join our team and play a key role in motivating and inspiring young learners.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £51,526.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £33,026-£51,526 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Elstow School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Elstow School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are looking for an experienced and creative Class Teacher to join our friendly and supportive teaching team and play a key role in motivating and inspiring young learners.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £51,526.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £33,026-£51,526 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Vice Principal for Behaviour, Culture & Ethos

Vice Principal for Behaviour, Culture & Ethos

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

Working closely with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team, to provide the strategic and operational leadership to ensure the highest levels of behaviour, attendance, positive relationships with a ...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £83,429.00 - £92,012.00 Annually (Actual)
      AS Leadership 20-24 £83,429-£92,012
New SHARE

Teacher of Law with Second Subject

Teacher of Law with Second Subject

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Law teacher who is able to also teach a second subject to join us in shaping the future of aspiring legal minds. If you have experience teaching A Level La...

  Fixed Term/Maternity Cover | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £51,526.00 Annually (FTE)
      AST 1-12 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Teacher of Religious Education

Teacher of Religious Education

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an ECT or experienced teacher with the enthusiasm and passion for Religious Studies, who will be required to teach across KS3 and KS4, and KS5 to the whole range of student abilities.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £45,776.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-6 £33,026-£45,776 dependent on experience
New SHARE
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Advantage Schools Vacancies

Trustee

Trustee

Advantage Schools, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Advantage Schools, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Do you have leadership experience in: education, finance/audit, risk, law, estates, HR/people, data, technology, organisational growth, or governance in complex organisations. Bring your expertise ...

  Work from Anywhere (WFA) | N/A
  This is a voluntary position
New SHARE

Learning Mentor

Learning Mentor

Bedford Free School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Bedford Free School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

An exciting opportunity for an experienced and dedicated Learning Mentor to join our friendly and hardworking support team in our thriving school.

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £25,893.00 - £26,712.00 Annually (FTE)
      AS 5-7 FTE £25,893-£26,712 pro rata £22,470-£23,180 (dependent on experience)
New SHARE

Principal

Principal

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an expert Primary Leader to drive excellence in teaching, learning and pupil performance across the school. Who is passionate about maximising educational attainment and standards to e...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £73,790.00 - £92,012.00 Annually (Actual)
      AS Leadership 15-24 £73,790-£92,012 dependent on experience
New SHARE

SEND Teacher (Specialist Resource Provision)

SEND Teacher (Specialist Resource Provision)

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated SEND Teacher to join our Specialist Resource Provision where we work hard to provide a calm, safe and nurturing environment to allow our pupils’ to have t...

  Fixed Term | Part-Time
  £33,026.00 - £45,776.00 Annually (FTE)
      AST 1-6 FTE £33,026-£45,776 pro rata £19,815-£27,465
New SHARE

Exam Invigilator

Exam Invigilator

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are seeking confident, reliable, and punctual Exam Invigilators to join our experienced team of invigilators in ensuring the smooth running of the examination process.

  Casual Contract | Part-Time
  £12.21 Hourly
      £12.21 per hour
New SHARE

Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and empathetic candidate who has an understanding of how students learn and how resources can be adapted to match student’s needs. Apply now and jo...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £25,893.00 - £26,712.00 Annually (FTE)
      AS 5-7 FTE £25,893-£26,712 pro rata £21,255-£21,927
New SHARE

Head of Drama

Head of Drama

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced / aspirational professional, who is enthusiastic, influential and committed to working in pursuit of success for the academy and its learners to lead our Drama...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £38,849.00 - £57,349.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £38,849-£57,349 including Curriculum Lead Allowance of £5,823
New SHARE

Head of French

Head of French

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an experienced Teacher of French who has experience of leading a team, Apply now and join our supportive teaching team at The Stockwood Park Academy.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £38,849.00 - £57,349.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £38,849-£57,349 including Curriculum Lead Allowance £5,823
New SHARE

Teacher of Maths

Teacher of Maths

Houstone School, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

Houstone School, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated Teacher to join our wonderful Maths department and help provide a transformational quality of education to the pupils in our thriving school.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £51,526.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £33,06-£51,526 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Elstow School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Elstow School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an inspirational, dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our highly effective and supportive team.

  Fixed Term | Full-Time
  £25,105.00 - £25,495.00 Annually (FTE)
      AS 3-4 £25,105-£25,495 pro rata £20,608-£20,928 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

The Vale Academy, Dunstable, Bedfordshire

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and creative Class Teacher to join our team and play a key role in motivating and inspiring young learners.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £51,526.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £33,026-£51,526 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Class Teacher

Class Teacher

Elstow School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Elstow School, Bedford, Bedfordshire

We are looking for an experienced and creative Class Teacher to join our friendly and supportive teaching team and play a key role in motivating and inspiring young learners.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £51,526.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-12 £33,026-£51,526 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Vice Principal for Behaviour, Culture & Ethos

Vice Principal for Behaviour, Culture & Ethos

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

Working closely with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team, to provide the strategic and operational leadership to ensure the highest levels of behaviour, attendance, positive relationships with a ...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £83,429.00 - £92,012.00 Annually (Actual)
      AS Leadership 20-24 £83,429-£92,012
New SHARE

Teacher of Law with Second Subject

Teacher of Law with Second Subject

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Chalk Hills Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Law teacher who is able to also teach a second subject to join us in shaping the future of aspiring legal minds. If you have experience teaching A Level La...

  Fixed Term/Maternity Cover | Part-Time/Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £51,526.00 Annually (FTE)
      AST 1-12 dependent on experience
New SHARE

Teacher of Religious Education

Teacher of Religious Education

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

The Stockwood Park Academy, Luton, Bedfordshire

We are seeking an ECT or experienced teacher with the enthusiasm and passion for Religious Studies, who will be required to teach across KS3 and KS4, and KS5 to the whole range of student abilities.

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £33,026.00 - £45,776.00 Annually (Actual)
      AST 1-6 £33,026-£45,776 dependent on experience
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

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

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