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Elizabeth Woodville School is part of the Tove Learning Trust a highly successful, growing multi-academy trust. We are a thriving, aspirational, and inclusive 11-18 comprehensive community school with approximately 1100 students. Our school is located on two sites: Roade in Northamptonshire and Deanshanger on the outskirts of Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire. We are one school with both sites operating independently with a Head of School on each site, under the leadership of the Director of Secondary Education.
We offer a fantastic environment to work in, where everyone collaborates daily to achieve their best selves, strive for excellence, and change the lives of children and young people. You will benefit from enthusiastic, energetic, committed, and supportive staff.
Being part of the Tove Learning Trust, you will also have support from the trust's family of schools and a network of specialist school improvement directors. We actively promote support, well-being, and ongoing professional development for all employees and collaborate with all of our schools to provide excellent ongoing professional development and learning. Tove Learning Trust is part of the SWAN training school alliance providing access to CPD and further qualifications.
Be a part of our journey and build on the recent success of becoming the preferred school in our local communities.
You can find our latest vacancies here
Teacher of Maths (Deanshanger Campus)
EWS – Deanshanger is a high-achieving comprehensive school serving many villages on the fringes of both Northampton and Milton Keynes. We believe that all staff and pupils should be treated with respect and have built a culture based on respect for
each other, resilience to meet new challenges and take responsibility for our actions and our learning. At Elizabeth Woodville we have a strong focus on academic achievement throughout the school and develop our young people to be independent and resilient learners. EWS joined Tove Learning Trust in 2016.
We require a talented and committed Maths Teacher to join the Maths faculty in this vibrant and exciting school.
The successful candidate will have:
- Minimum qualification of Qualified Teaching Status (QTS) ECT and trainees (July start offered) are welcome to apply
- Knowledge of Key Stage 3/4/5 curriculum
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to create engaging lesson plans tailored to meet the needs of diverse learners
Will be:
- Passionate about teaching Maths and inspiring students to achieve their full potential
- Committed to creating a positive learning environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth
- Collaborative team player who can work effectively with colleagues, parents, and students
As a Maths Teacher at our school, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons in line with the Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 curriculums.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
Training and development opportunities are available. All staff are encouraged to study further, and the trust will actively support staff to obtain relevant further qualifications where possible.
Tove Learning Trust is a fast moving and exciting place to work. The trust schools have a shared vision and purpose: to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes. Each academy has a strong individual identity and tailors their educational provision to serve their local community. Academies within the trust collaborate to share expertise and maximise opportunities and experiences for our students.
The Trustees of Tove Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
How to apply
All documents including the full job description, person specification and application form are available on our website http://ewsacademy.org.uk.
Please ensure your application form and covering letter includes examples of your experience and how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification.
Further information requests or completed applications should be sent to:
Hayley Richardson – School Business Manager
E: HR@ewsacademy.org.uk
T: 01604 862125.
Closing date: 1 December 2025
Head of Mathematics: Roade Campus
Head of Mathematics
MPS/UPS – (£32,196-51,048) & TLR 1a £10,174
Elizabeth Woodville School: Roade Campus
Elizabeth Woodville School is a thriving comprehensive school serving a number of villages on the outskirts of Northampton. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of mutual respect, where every member of our community feels valued and supported.
Our school combines strong academic ambition with a commitment to family values and staff wellbeing, creating an environment where both students and staff can flourish. We aim to develop confident, independent learners who are prepared for the challenges of the future.
In 2016, Elizabeth Woodville School became part of the Tove Learning Trust, strengthening our collaborative approach and dedication to excellence across all areas of school life.
Head of Mathematics
We are seeking an exceptional and inspiring Head of Maths to lead our dynamic Mathematics team in this vibrant and exciting school (Easter or September start considered).
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a minimum qualification of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Key Stage 3, 4, and 5 curriculum
- Possess outstanding communication and leadership skills
- Have the ability to design and implement engaging, challenging lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
You will be:
- Passionate about Mathematics and committed to inspiring students to achieve their full potential
- Dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth
- A collaborative leader who can motivate and support colleagues, while working effectively with parents and students
As Head of Maths, you will be responsible for driving standards across the department, delivering high-quality teaching, and shaping the strategic direction of Mathematics within the school.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
At Elizabeth Woodville School and across the Tove Learning Trust, we are committed to investing in our people. We offer a wide range of training and professional development opportunities and actively encourage staff to pursue further study. Wherever possible, the Trust provides support for colleagues to gain relevant additional qualifications, helping them to enhance their expertise and progress in their careers.
In addition, we place a strong emphasis on leadership development, offering structured pathways and mentoring to prepare staff for future leadership roles. Through collaboration across the Trust, colleagues have access to networks, coaching, and opportunities to take on responsibilities that build confidence and leadership skills.
Tove Learning Trust is a fast moving and exciting place to work. The trust schools have a shared vision and purpose: to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes. Each academy has a strong individual identity and tailors their educational provision to serve their local community. Academies within the trust collaborate to share expertise and maximise opportunities and experiences for our students.
The Trustees of Tove Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
How to apply
All documents including the full job description, person specification and application form are available on our website http://ewsacademy.org.uk.
Please ensure your application form and covering letter includes examples of your experience and how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification.
Further information requests or completed applications should be sent to Hayley Richardson: School Business Manager Email: HR@ewsacademy.org.uk
Telephone: 01604 862125.
Closing date: 4th February 2026
Pastoral and Inclusion Support Officer (EWS Roade)
Pastoral and Inclusion Support Officer - Based at EWS Roade
37 hrs a week,
40 weeks a year -
8am–4pm Monday–Thursday; (8am-3.30pm Friday’s)
Grade F, points 6-7;
Actual salary: £22926 - £23291pa
Elizabeth Woodville School Roade is an aspirational and inclusive small comprehensive school. Our school is in the village of Roade in Northamptonshire.We are seeking to appoint a Pastoral and Inclusion Support Officer to support the pastoral needs of students as required. The primary objective is to ensure each student receives a consistent and positive experience at whatever stage of their journey through the school. You will also be required to undertake first aid training.
The key responsibilities of the role will be to support students with social, emotional and behavioural needs; liaise with and support parents of more vulnerable students; improve attendance of pupils with low attendance; to organise activities that support the educational and social development of identified pupils; to address the needs of pupils who require support to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside of school.
The successful candidate will:
· Have experience of working in a school;
· Have experience and knowledge of issues affecting students and young people and how to offer supportive assistance
· Work well under pressure
· Have excellent communication, time management and organisational skills
· Meet the person specification and will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure and register for the annual updates service
· Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Training and development opportunities will be offered. All staff are encouraged to study further, and the trust will actively support staff to obtain relevant further qualifications where possible.
Tove Learning Trust is a fast moving and exciting place to work. The trust schools have a shared vision and purpose:
to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes. Each academy has a strong individual identity and tailors their educational provision to serve their local community. Academies within the trust collaborate to share expertise and maximise opportunities and experiences for our students.
The Trustees of Tove Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
How to apply
All documents including the full job description, person specification and application form are available on our website http://ewsacademy.org.uk.
Please ensure your application form and covering letter includes examples of your experience and how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. Internal applicants please supply a letter of interest and include your current role and experience.
Further information requests or completed applications should be sent to E: hayley.richardson@ewsacademy.org.uk T: 01604 861125.
Closing date: 09.00am on 26 January 2026
Interviews tbc. Role to commence ideally 2 March 2026
General documents for applicants
Application form for support staff roles
Application form for teaching staff roles
Disclosure of Criminal Conviction Form
Recruitment and Selection Policy
Tove Learning Trust vacancies
Come and join the Tove Learning Trust family and become part of our exciting journey. We are a highly successful, and growing, multi-academy trust with three primary and ten secondary schools. Our schools are based in the Milton Keynes, Northamptonshire, and West Midlands area and work as one entity to improve and maintain a high standard across the trust. If you want to know more about what it's like working at Tove Learning Trust then head to our Recruitment page.
