Work With Us

As a growing and developing Trust we regularly have opportunities to join us across our settings.

Stour Vale Academy Trust is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace environment that values and respects individuals’ unique qualities, experiences, and perspectives. We will ensure that people are treated solely on the basis of their abilities and potential, regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, age, gender, gender reassignment, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background, or any other inappropriate distinction.

Our recruitment and selection processes adhere to the principles outlined in the Equality Act 2010 and the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines. We believe in promoting equal opportunities and safeguarding, throughout the recruitment and selection journey and in every aspect of our work.

The Trust recognises its legal obligations in safeguarding vulnerable groups and this procedure adheres to the requirements of the Police Act 1997, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020), the Protection of Children Act 1999, the Education Act 2002 and statutory guidance.

Reasonable Adjustments

The Trust is committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process to accommodate the needs of candidates. We provide appropriate support, facilities, and information to ensure that every candidate can fully participate in the process and showcase their skills and abilities.

Data Protection and Confidentiality

The Trust handles all candidate information with the utmost confidentiality and adheres to the General Data Protection Regulations (the GDPR). Personal information provided during the recruitment and selection process is used only for the intended purposes and in compliance with the UK GDPR.