Ascend Learning Trust
About Ascend Learning Trust
OUR MISSION
Welcome to Ascend Learning Trust, where we pride ourselves on our core motto:
‘Together we Belong, Believe, Become’
As a community of schools we strive to achieve this through our relentless commitment tour values of
‘ Compassion, Aspiration, Respect, Dedication and Integrity’ for all of our students, with the potential of every individual within our
community valued. Create and foster a culture of kindness and inclusivity with high expectations and standards.
Develop and retain high calibre professionals who relentlessly pursue the Ascend vision.
Deliver unmissable education which inspires limitless horizons.
Develop foundations that ensures Ascend Learning Trust is robust and resilient and able to provide a world class education for
generations to come.
OUR VISION
Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone.
All our young people receive a holistic world-class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges.
They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future.
OUR VALUES
Compassion - To always show kindness, inclusivity and empathy to each other and to encourage others to behave this way.
To care for those around you and to consider the needs of all.
Aspiration - To ‘dream big’ and to set your goals with no limits.
You work hard towards your goals and follow your dreams and always believe that anything is possible.
Respect - To treat everyone as you would always wish to be treated in both words and actions.
This means listening to others, appreciating differences, showing kindness and always being considerate.
Dedication - Always try your very best to commit to and achieve all of your goals and never give up even when things are tough.
Face challenges courageously and keep focused on your goals.
Integrity - Holding true to what you believe in and act in a way that shows this.
Always be honest and if you are in the wrong accept feedback and apologise.
WHY JOIN US?
ALT is committed to its staff and we offer an excellent staff benefit package which include discounts on high street stores,
restaurants, cinema and gyms as well as having a wellbeing hub and a great bike scheme. As a signatory of Mindful
Employer we are committed to reducing the stigma attached to mental health and work with schools to develop a strategy
for wellbeing.
We can also offer you excellent CPD opportunities, whether you are a Leader, Teacher, Classroom Assistant or member of our
support team we can support you to be the best you can be. If you want to be part of our vision, mission and values, and you
are willing to go the extra mile to make a real difference to children’s lives, we would be pleased to receive your application
for employment with us.
For further information on recruitment please contact: recruitment@ascendlearningtrust.org.uk
SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Ascend Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults
and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented
groups, including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual-orientation or religion.
Please note any position that involves working with children requires declaration of ALL convictions/cautions regardless of whether
these are deemed as spent and a DBS check will be carried out before any employment commences.
In line with KCSIE 2024 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The
online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with
children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.
References will be obtained before interview at shortlisting stage and may be used in the interview process. If previous employment
has included working with children, then at least one referee must be from this employment, regardless of whether this is the current
or most recent employment, any gaps in employment must be detailed and an explanation provided in the relevant section.
Ascend Learning Trust Vacancies
Marketing & Admin Officer (Maternity Cover)
Marketing & Admin Officer (Maternity Cover)
Ascend Learning Trust, Swindon, Wiltshire
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Ascend Learning Trust, Swindon, Wiltshire
We have a very new and exciting opportunity supporting the Central Operations and Executive Team. Do you have an interest in media content creation, and do you have a ‘can do attitude?’ Then we lo...
- Maternity Cover/Term Time Only | Full-Time
- £27,254.00 - £31,022.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Grade F/G, Actual Salary: £24,644 - £28,051 (DOE) pro rata
Assistant Headteacher: Inclusion
Assistant Headteacher: Inclusion
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
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Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
We are looking for an exceptional leader with a passion for inclusive education and a proven track record of driving whole-school improvement. As a successful candidate, you will be innovative, strate...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £67,898.00 - £75,049.00 Annually (Actual)
Leadership spine points 12-16
Assistant Headteacher: Behaviour
Assistant Headteacher: Behaviour
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
-
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
We are looking for an exceptional leader to join our senior team as Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour). As a successful applicant, you will be passionate about inclusive practice and committed to creat...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £67,898.00 - £75,049.00 Annually (Actual)
Leadership spine points 12-16
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
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Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
We are looking for a dedicated and resourceful Teaching Assistant to join our team, supporting students in our classrooms. As a successful candidate, you will work closely with teachers and the SENCo ...
- Permanent/Term Time Only | Part-Time
- £25,989.00 - £26,824.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual Salary: £16,614-£17,148 (DOE) pro rata
Teacher of Physics
Teacher of Physics
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
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Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Physics to join our effective, committed, and supportive school from Easter 2026 or September 2026
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade MPS1 /UPS (DOE)
Teacher of Science
Teacher of Science
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
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Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Science to join our effective, committed, and supportive school from Easter or September 2026.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS/UPS
Mid-Day Supervisory Assistant
Mid-Day Supervisory Assistant
Lawn Manor Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
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Lawn Manor Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a positive approach to join our friendly team here at Lawn Manor Academy to provide lunchtime supervision for all students.
- Permanent/Term Time Only | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
Grade B - £12.65 per hour
Teacher of English
Teacher of English
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
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The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of English to join our effective, committed, and supportive school.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS-UPS (DOE)
Teacher of Business
Teacher of Business
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
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The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Business to join our effective, committed, and supportive school.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS- UPS (DOE)
Exam Invigilator
Exam Invigilator
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
-
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
We are looking to increase our team of Examination Invigilators to supervise students taking external exams (GCSE, GCE and vocational qualifications), and all internal exams.
- Casual Contract | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
NJC Grade B point 2, £24,413 FTE
Midday Supervisor
Midday Supervisor
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
-
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
You will be responsible for ensuring that the welfare and safety of the students during lunch times is maintained and to supervise the students, in accordance with the practices and procedures of the ...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £12.65 - £12.65 Hourly
Grade B
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Part of Ascend Learning Trust
Ascend Learning Trust Vacancies
Marketing & Admin Officer (Maternity Cover)
Marketing & Admin Officer (Maternity Cover)
Ascend Learning Trust, Swindon, Wiltshire
-
Ascend Learning Trust, Swindon, Wiltshire
We have a very new and exciting opportunity supporting the Central Operations and Executive Team. Do you have an interest in media content creation, and do you have a ‘can do attitude?’ Then we lo...
- Maternity Cover/Term Time Only | Full-Time
- £27,254.00 - £31,022.00 Annually (FTE)
NJC Grade F/G, Actual Salary: £24,644 - £28,051 (DOE) pro rata
Assistant Headteacher: Inclusion
Assistant Headteacher: Inclusion
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
-
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
We are looking for an exceptional leader with a passion for inclusive education and a proven track record of driving whole-school improvement. As a successful candidate, you will be innovative, strate...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £67,898.00 - £75,049.00 Annually (Actual)
Leadership spine points 12-16
Assistant Headteacher: Behaviour
Assistant Headteacher: Behaviour
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
-
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
We are looking for an exceptional leader to join our senior team as Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour). As a successful applicant, you will be passionate about inclusive practice and committed to creat...
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £67,898.00 - £75,049.00 Annually (Actual)
Leadership spine points 12-16
Teaching Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
-
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
We are looking for a dedicated and resourceful Teaching Assistant to join our team, supporting students in our classrooms. As a successful candidate, you will work closely with teachers and the SENCo ...
- Permanent/Term Time Only | Part-Time
- £25,989.00 - £26,824.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual Salary: £16,614-£17,148 (DOE) pro rata
Teacher of Physics
Teacher of Physics
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
-
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Physics to join our effective, committed, and supportive school from Easter 2026 or September 2026
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
Grade MPS1 /UPS (DOE)
Teacher of Science
Teacher of Science
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
-
Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Science to join our effective, committed, and supportive school from Easter or September 2026.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS/UPS
Mid-Day Supervisory Assistant
Mid-Day Supervisory Assistant
Lawn Manor Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
-
Lawn Manor Academy, Swindon, Wiltshire
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a positive approach to join our friendly team here at Lawn Manor Academy to provide lunchtime supervision for all students.
- Permanent/Term Time Only | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
Grade B - £12.65 per hour
Teacher of English
Teacher of English
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
-
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of English to join our effective, committed, and supportive school.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS-UPS (DOE)
Teacher of Business
Teacher of Business
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
-
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational Teacher of Business to join our effective, committed, and supportive school.
- Permanent | Full-Time
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
MPS- UPS (DOE)
Exam Invigilator
Exam Invigilator
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
-
Kingsbury Green Academy, Calne, Wiltshire
We are looking to increase our team of Examination Invigilators to supervise students taking external exams (GCSE, GCE and vocational qualifications), and all internal exams.
- Casual Contract | Part-Time
- £12.65 Hourly
NJC Grade B point 2, £24,413 FTE
Midday Supervisor
Midday Supervisor
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
-
The Wellington Academy, Ludgershall, Wiltshire
You will be responsible for ensuring that the welfare and safety of the students during lunch times is maintained and to supervise the students, in accordance with the practices and procedures of the ...
- Permanent | Part-Time
- £12.65 - £12.65 Hourly
Grade B
Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
Part of Ascend Learning Trust
Are you looking for a different role at Ascend Learning Trust? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.
