Oakley Vale Primary School, which has been rated as Good by Ofsted, is a state of the art eco-friendly school serving its local community in the town of Corby.
At Oakley Vale Primary School we work together to provide a happy, secure and stimulating environment where children are motivated to learn, valued as individuals and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Our vision is to provide an outstanding educational experience for each and every pupil, ensuring that Oakley Vale is a place where success is celebrated and achievement triumphs.
In September 2013, we joined the Brooke Weston Trust. This means that we benefit from being part of a larger and extremely successful academic organisation, and have access to facilities and opportunities beyond a school’s normal scope.
Oakley Vale Primary School
Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staffing body to be reflective of the communities we work within. Brooke Weston Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, culture, age, disability, marital status or socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage and welcome applications from minority groups and foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where people can be themselves.
Job Title: Vice Principal
Location: Oakley Vale Primary School
Salary: L6 £47,733 up to L10 £52,719
Hours per week / Weeks per year: 100%
About Oakley Vale Primary School and the Vice Principal role
Why chose Oakley Vale?
As a member of staff at Oakley Vale Primary School and the Brooke Weston Trust, we can offer you the following:
Brooke Weston Trust - Ambition Hub
A central team of experienced professionals to support and facilitate a wide range of operational and strategic developments
This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of our school and to join us on our journey from good to great. Due to the promotion of the previous post holder, we are excited to be recruiting for an inspirational Vice Principal to lead pedagogy, raising standards and community cohesion by placing our school at the heart of the community it serves. You will work alongside the new Principal in a non-teaching role, to lead the strategic development of the school, manage day-to-day business and ensure pupils are safe and enjoying an exemplary education. If you are passionate about learning, motivated and hardworking then Oakley Vale Primary School is the place for you.
We are looking for someone who is:
About Brooke Weston Trust
Our Trust was formed more than 25 years ago with a simple and clear mission – to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people.
Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people.
We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Ambition Hub, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School.
To find out more about working for our Trust and the benefits available to staff please check out the BWT Join Us Guide.
How to Apply
If you think you can contribute in this role and to our organisation we welcome your application!
To apply for this position, please complete a copy of the application form and return to ovpshr@oakleyvaleprimary.org or alternatively post your application to;
FAO Recruitment
Oakley Vale Primary School
Cheltenham Road
Corby
Northants
NN18 8RH
Further details about the Academy, can be found on our website www.oakleyvaleprimary.org. We welcome the opportunities for tours. To book a tour please email admin@oakleyvaleprimary.org with your preferred availability or telephone the school on 01536 461199.
Safer Recruitment
Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google.
A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection
The Trusts position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy - Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy
Closing date: Monday 15th May 2023
Interview date: Wednesday 24th May 2023
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020
Oakley Vale Primary School
Our students come from all walks of life, and we want our staffing body to be reflective of the communities we work within. Brooke Weston Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, culture, age, disability, marital status or socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage and welcome applications from minority groups and foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where people can be themselves.
Job Title: Teacher - Permanent
Location: Oakley Vale Primary School
Salary: Main Pay Scale
Hours per week / Weeks per year: 100%
About Oakley Vale Primary School and the Teacher role
Why chose Oakley Vale?
As a member of staff at Oakley Vale Primary School and the Brooke Weston Trust, we can offer you the following:
Brooke Weston Trust - Ambition Hub
ECTs would also receive the following:
This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of our school and to join us on our journey from good to great. We are excited to be recruiting for an inspirational Teacher to work alongside the array of existing teaching staff and new senior leadership team to ensure pupils are safe and enjoying an exemplary education. If you are passionate about learning, motivated and hardworking then Oakley Vale Primary School is the place for you.
We are looking for someone who is:
About Brooke Weston Trust
Our Trust was formed more than 25 years ago with a simple and clear mission – to transform educational performance in all of our communities. Working in some of the most challenging contexts, we improve our students’ achievements by making long term commitments to the community and championing new approaches to improve the life chances for young people.
Our members of staff are essential to realising this vision, and a happy, motivated and supported team will deliver the best possible experiences for our young people.
We place great emphasis on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment in all our schools, where all staff can share best practice through our colleague networks. Brooke Weston staff get access to first class professional development through our Ambition Hub, which is also home to the Northamptonshire Teaching School.
To find out more about working for our Trust and the benefits available to staff please check out the BWT Join Us Guide.
How to Apply
If you think you can contribute in this role and to our organisation we welcome your application!
To apply for this position, please complete a copy of the application form and return to sarah.sanders1@oakleyvaleprimary.org or alternatively post your application to;
FAO Recruitment
Oakley Vale Primary School
Cheltenham Road
Corby
Northants
NN18 8RH
Further details about the Academy, can be found on our website www.oakleyvaleprimary.org. We welcome the opportunities for tours. To book a tour please email admin@oakleyvaleprimary.org with your preferred availability or telephone the school on 01536 461199.
Safer Recruitment
Care and respect for others are the values that lie at the heart of our Trust. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts require proof of identity and as the role is working with children and young people this will also be subject to an enhanced disclosures barring service check. In line with safer recruitment requirements, individuals shortlisted for a role in school will have online checks conducted on their name across social media platforms and google.
A copy of the Trust Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here - Safeguarding and Child Protection
The Trusts position on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders can be found under section 7 of the Trust SCR, Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy - Safer Recruitment and Staff Files Policy
Closing date: Sunday 4th June 2023
Interview date: Wednesday 7th June 2023
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Year 6 watched an informative video and were then asked to discuss and suggest ideas of additional ways we can support Young Carers and remove barriers here at Oakley Vale. https://t.co/8pEpEt3Qqb
For Young Carers Day, Y5 discussed some of the qualities and additional skills that Young Carers may have. They added their thoughts to our pupil voice wall. https://t.co/ff6QMIhPUE
Y4 spent their Young Carers class assembly discussing 'Who can help and support?' The children had some fantastic ideas. https://t.co/hBV5o2HqcM
For Young Carers Action Day, Y3 were asked 'How might Young Carers feel?' They spent time discussing different emotions and identifying some that Young Carers may experience. https://t.co/2h8uUgTlgE
Year 2 spent their class assembly time last week learning about some of the things that Young Carers might do to help. https://t.co/ePcgoGnLbY
For their Young Carers Action Day class assemblies, Y1 engaged in a class discussion around the question 'What is a Young Carer?' Here are some of their contributions to our Pupil Voice around Young Carers wall. https://t.co/AQ91HtoeTk
To celebrate Young Carers Action Day last week, each year focused on a question. We asked what it means to care, what it means to be a Young Carer, what barriers Young Carers face and who can help and support. EYFS were learning about ways to show other people you care. https://t.co/TW7WJq4RA1
Please follow this link to the North Northamptonshire March 2025 Stay Connected. https://t.co/Gjj9jRKw1y
We are excited to announce that our 2025 survey will be launching soon! ✨ Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and this is your chance to share your thoughts and help shape the future of our school community. The survey will launch 24th March, and close 4th April. https://t.co/HrUyE7sWSc
Oakley Vale Primary School
Cheltenham Road, Oakley Vale, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN18 8RH
T 01536 461199
F 01536 746267
E admin@oakleyvaleprimary.org
Associate Principal
Sarah Sanders