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About the school
Darwen Aldridge Community Academy is a Centre of Excellence for entrepreneurial education. It is an inclusive school that provides for the students and citizens of Darwen continuous opportunities, and a world-class, high-quality environment for lifelong learning. The Academy’s students are committed, successful learners, who are proud, creative and self-confident, showing respect for themselves, the community and for others. Darwen Aldridge Community Academy is an 11-18 academy situated in the heart of Darwen.
The Academy seeks to develop a passion for learning and an enterprising spirit amongst its students and staff, and amongst members of the local community. In addition, it seeks to create, develop and maintain an education that focuses emphatically on providing opportunities for success for all, recognising and celebrating the achievements of everyone in all aspects of life at the Academy.
In addition, the Academy places considerable value not only on entrepreneurship, but also on sport and healthy living; partnership working; developing strong links with the community, and education for sustainable development.
About Aldridge Education
Aldridge Education is a charitable Trust of entrepreneurial community schools and colleges that help young people to reach their potential. We support our schools’ Principals and teachers in rapidly improving the quality of education on offer at early years, primary, secondary and sixth-form levels in order to transform the life-chances of our students.
Our vision is that every student at an Aldridge school will achieve academically beyond initial personal expectations and prior attainment. That their learning and experiences in education will give them a wide perspective on the opportunities open to them and they will develop the practical skills to access every opportunity they want in life.
Employee Benefits
Aldridge Education is committed to providing our employees with comprehensive benefits to support wellbeing and job satisfaction. Our employees' benefits package includes:
- Access to an employee discount scheme for discounts off items from your weekly supermarket shop, clothes, DIY, days out and travel
- Pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Wellbeing events and activities
- Coaching, training and CPD
Additionally, we offer competitive holiday entitlements, sick pay, and holiday pay. We recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our goal is to create a supportive environment that allows our employees to thrive and enjoy coming to work each day.
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🌟 Join Our Talent Pool – Unlock Endless Career Opportunities! 🌟Are you ready for your next big career move?
At Darwen Aldridge Community Academy we believe in empowering exceptional talent to reach their full potential. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting out, we want YOU to be part of our exclusive Talent Pool and gain access to amazing job opportunities before anyone else!
How to Join:
- Submit Your Details – Fill out a quick and easy application.
- Stay Updated – We’ll keep you informed about new roles as they arise.
- Get Noticed – We will reach out to you for top opportunities
Academic Roles
Director of Learning - Mathematics - APPLY HERE
🌟 Join Us as Director of Learning – Mathematics 🌟
Are you a visionary mathematics educator ready to inspire excellence and innovation? Do you have a passion for shaping the future of learning and empowering both teachers and students to reach their fullest potential? If so, we want you!
As our Director of Learning - Mathematics, you will lead, design, and implement a cutting-edge mathematics curriculum across all levels. You will mentor passionate educators, drive teaching excellence, and cultivate a culture of curiosity and achievement in mathematics.
Who We’re Looking For:
✅ Proven leadership experience in mathematics education.
✅ Deep understanding of curriculum design, assessment, and pedagogy.
✅ Passionate about student learning and teacher development.
✅ Creative, forward-thinking, and collaborative.
✅ Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ready to Inspire the Next Generation of Mathematicians?
Apply now and shape the future of mathematics learning!
Closing Date: 16th March 2026
Interview Date: 23rd March 2026
Teacher of Design Technology (Resistant Materials) - APPLY HERE
📣 Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator ready to make a real difference? 📣
An exciting opportunity awaits an exceptional Teacher of Design Technology (Resistant Materials) to be a part of our lively, progressive team. Bring your passion for design technology and help ignite a love of learning in.
As part of our thriving department, you will join a team of dedicated and innovative educators committed to excellence in teaching and learning. You will deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that spark curiosity and a love of the subject, while nurturing creativity, confidence, and strong problem-solving skills in every student.
What We are Looking For:
✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)
✅ A deep passion for teaching and education.
✅ Strong classroom management and communication skills.
✅ A commitment to student success and holistic development.
✅ We encourage applications from Early Career Teacher`s
Closing Date: 8th April 2026
Interview Date: W/C 13th April 2026
Teacher of IT - APPLY HERE
📣 Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator ready to make a real difference? 📣
An exciting opportunity awaits an exceptional Teacher of IT to be a part of our lively, progressive team. Bring your passion for Information Technology and help ignite a love of learning in.
As part of our thriving department, you will join a team of dedicated and innovative educators committed to excellence in teaching and learning. You will deliver engaging, inclusive lessons that spark curiosity and a love of the subject, while nurturing creativity, confidence, and strong problem-solving skills in every student.
What We are Looking For:
✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)
✅ A deep passion for teaching and education.
✅ Strong classroom management and communication skills.
✅ A commitment to student success and holistic development.
✅ We encourage applications from Early Career Teacher`s
Closing Date: 8th April 2026
Interview Date: W/C 13th April 2026
Teacher of Mathematics - APPLY HERE
📣 Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and dedicated educator ready to make a real difference? 📣
Shape Minds. Spark Curiosity. Solve the Future.
Are you ready to prove that Mathematics is more than numbers on a page? 🧮
Do you believe every student can succeed with the right challenge and support? 🌟
We are seeking an inspiring, passionate, and forward-thinking Teacher of Mathematics to join our ambitious and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact in a school where achievement, wellbeing, and professional growth truly matter.
What We are Looking For:
✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)
✅ A deep passion for teaching and education.
✅ Strong classroom management and communication skills.
✅ A commitment to student success and holistic development.
✅ We encourage applications from Early Careers Teacher`s
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics.
Closing Date: 12th April 2026
Interview Date: W/C 20th April 2026
Start your Teaching Journey with Us - APPLY HERE
Are you an Early Career Teacher looking for a supportive, inspiring academy where you can truly thrive?
We are building a dedicated ECT Talent Pool across our academies to connect exceptional new teachers with future opportunities. While not all current vacancies are advertised as ECT-suitable, we strongly believe in nurturing early talent and are keen to meet ambitious, passionate teachers at the start of their careers.
By joining our ECT Talent Pool, you will:
✨ Be considered for upcoming teaching opportunities across our academies
✨ Be introduced directly to hiring managers when suitable roles arise
✨ Join a trust that values professional growth, high-quality mentoring, and career progression
✨ Become part of a collaborative and supportive teaching community
We are looking for individuals who:
✅ Are completing or have recently completed their teacher training
✅ Are passionate about making a difference in the classroom
✅ Are reflective, motivated, and eager to develop their practice
✅ Share our commitment to high standards and positive outcomes for all students
This is an excellent opportunity to connect with us early and ensure you are front of mind when vacancies become available.
If you are ready to begin your teaching career in a forward-thinking and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
What to expect from our Early Career Training Programme as an ECT...
💪 Structured Support: A two-year training and support entitlement for Early Career Teachers and their in-school mentors.
🧠 Expert Partnership: Delivered in collaboration with Teach First, offering an Ofsted-rated 'outstanding' programme.
🎯 Tailored Learning: Access to subject and phase-specific seminars, flexible online content, and face-to-face launch conferences. We also offer optional bespoke support for ECTs, mentors and ECTP leads!
Find more about our ECTP here: Aldridge Education - Empower Your Teaching Journey with Our Comprehensive Early Career Teacher Programme
Apply now to join our ECT Talent Pool and start your journey with us.
Closing Date: Ongoing Recruitment
Interview Date: Ongoing Interviews
Support Roles
Exam Invigilator - APPLY HERE
📢 Join Our Team as an Exam Invigilator! 📢
Are you detail-oriented, reliable, and looking for flexible work in a dynamic environment? We’re seeking 5 Exam Invigilators to join our team and ensure the smooth running of upcoming exams season!
✨ Why You Should Apply:
- Flexible Hours: Ideal for those seeking part-time or seasonal work
- Rewarding Role: Play a key part in students' success
- No Experience Required: Full training provided
- Friendly Work Environment: Join a supportive and professional team
Join us at Darwen Aldridge Community Academy and be part of bringing learning to life and ensuring no one is left behind.
Closing Date: Ongoing Recruitment
Interview: Ongoing Recruitment