The Learning Academy Partnership is a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) spanning Devon and Cornwall. A MAT brings together a group of schools under a single charitable School Trust, focused on improving educational outcomes by sharing resources, expertise, and best practices.

Our values— Empower, Excel, and Stronger Together — guide everything we do. While each school maintains its own identity, the Trust offers central support in key areas like curriculum development, CPD, and financial management. A Board of Trustees oversees the strategic direction, governance, and financial health of the School Trust.

If you are looking to be part of a supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities to grow and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you!

Being part of our School Trust means being part of a family of schools united by a bold mission: Flourishing Futures. Inspired by John 10:10, “He came so that they may have life, and have it to the full". We are deeply committed to ensuring that every child receives the highest standard of education. But that commitment extends to our people as well. We believe that a flourishing future starts with our people, and we invest in them by providing the support, resources, and environment needed for growth and success. Here, we truly care about work-life balance and creating an environment where you are encouraged to thrive—personally and professionally.

As a member of our Trust, you will be valued, supported, and celebrated for the important work you do. Whether you are looking to make an impact within your academy, your team, or across the entire Trust, we provide endless opportunities for you to build a fulfilling career pathway. We believe in Stronger Together, which is why collaboration, shared expertise, and mutual growth are at the heart of our culture. Joining us means becoming part of a supportive, inspiring network that is making a real difference in the lives of the children and communities we serve.

Ready to be part of something truly special? Explore more about our people and see what it is like to be part of our journey.

Our School Trust is proud to include a diverse range of schools across Devon and Cornwall, offering our people the opportunity to work in both rural and urban communities. We are committed to working closely with the communities we serve, understanding their unique needs and ensuring that every school within our Trust thrives. Whether you find yourself in a remote village or a more urban setting, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful impact and be part of a team that values collaboration, community engagement, and supporting local initiatives to provide the best possible education for all children.

We currently have 18 school's across Devon and Cornwall:

• We have 5 hubs: Torquay, South Hams, West Devon, South Devon and Cornwall
• 13 of our schools are Church of England Schools 
• 5 of our schools are community schools
• 11 of our schools have a Nursery 

We believe in investing in our people and every colleague has the opportunity to grow, develop, and advance their skills throughout their career with us.

We are committed to ongoing professional development, constantly looking for new ways to enhance expertise and share best practices across our Trust. Whether you are just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, we provide a variety of opportunities to collaborate, learn, and celebrate successes together.

For our teaching colleagues, incremental coaching is an entitlement, ensuring personalised support for growth. Our professional learning offer is regularly updated, providing a wide range of development opportunities to meet the needs of every role.

Plus, we offer Level 2 and 3 training courses for both colleagues and parents, helping to build skills that make a real difference. As well as a variety of apprenticeships that have something for everyone, these apprenticeships combine practical experience with nationally recognised qualifications.

If you are passionate about continuous learning and want to thrive in an environment that supports your development, you’ll find plenty of opportunities here at The Learning Academy Partnership.

We prioritise the health and wellbeing of our colleagues and offer a variety of well-being initiatives and support. For more information on the benefits of working for the Learning Academy Partnership, please visit our 'Why Work For Us?' page.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for our people. 

As a Disability Confident employer, we prioritise understanding and meeting your individual needs, ensuring you receive the support you need from the application process through to your ongoing journey with us. If you need any alterations during the recruitment process, please get in touch with us at people@lapsw.org. 

Here, we share some of the ways we support colleagues, ensuring an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive:

• Risk Assessment: To identify any potential barriers and determine the best support measures. 
• Occupational Health Referrals: To explore any additional support or adjustments that may help you succeed in your role.
• Access to Supportive Resources - Providing guidance and assistance to support both your physical and mental health.
• Reasonable adjustments: These might include workstation modifications, assistive technology, adjustments to your duties or flexible working arrangements, all of which can be discussed with your line manager.

We are committed to creating an accessible and equitable workplace, where everyone has the opportunity to flourish. 

Learning Academy Partnership is committed to following safer recruitment processes and therefore,  as a educational establishment we cannot accept CV's or covering letters. 

We welcome all applications through our vacancies page.

If you have any questions about a specific vacancy, working with the Learning Academy Partnership, or if you need assistance with your application, our Trust People Team is here to help! You can reach us by email at people@lapsw.org or via telephone on 01626 24880

We want to make your application process as smooth and transparent as possible. Here’s what you can expect when you apply for a role with us:

After submitting your application, you will receive an email confirmation letting you know we have received it. If you do not see this email, please log back into your account to confirm your application has been submitted successfully.

Once the application deadline has passed, our panel will carefully review applications and shortlist candidates based on the person specification & job description. If you are shortlisted, we will invite you to attend a formal interview.

If you are not shortlisted, we will inform you promptly and offer the chance to request feedback on your application to help with future opportunities with the Trust.

If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please reach out to our Trust People Team at people@lapsw.org. We are always happy to help!

If you have been successfully shortlisted, you will receive an email inviting you to an interview which will include: 

• Interview date
• Interview time 
• Interview location 
• Any tasks to be completed 
• A link to complete a DBS self-disclosure form 

Tasks
Depending on the role you have applied for, the panel may request for you to take part in or complete an activity as part of your interview. Please note that you will be informed prior to the interview taking place of any tasks to allow you time to prepare and ask any questions that you might have. 

DBS self-disclosure form
All successful applications are requested to complete a DBS self-disclosure form prior to attending their interview. The link for this form can be found on the invite email. 

Please ensure you prepare and plan your journey ahead of your interview. Some of our schools are in rural locations or have limited parking.