Working in RLT

River Learning Trust (RLT) is a multi-academy trust responsible for 19 primary schools and nine secondary schools across Oxfordshire and Swindon, as well as a school-centred initial teacher training provider (SCITT) and a teaching school hub. We are united by our principles and our commitment to working together to achieve excellence in education.

There is something special about people who work in RLT – they care passionately about what they do, strive to deliver excellence, and enjoy coming to work and making a difference to the lives of children and young people.

At River Learning Trust we:

• Have a core principle of ‘respectful relationships’. We act with care, integrity, and fairness. We value the health and wellbeing of all staff
• Work with each of our schools to support high quality continuous professional development and learning
• Want you to stay and grow with us. Our schools offer great opportunities for supporting different career paths. Career progression through the trust is something we aim for

Below, you will find videos that set out the culture of the trust, the way it operates and the opportunities for development and career progression for people working within it.

You will also find links to the Working in RLT brochure and the RLT Staff Charter. Click the relevant image to download.

Join the River Learning Trust Family: Where Your Wellbeing is Our Priority

At RLT schools, we believe that the best education is delivered by happy, supported, and professional staff. We are committed to fostering a culture where every member of our team feels valued, respected, and empowered. That is why RLT schools are not just good places to work - they are exceptional places where professional growth and personal wellbeing are inextricably linked.

Our Commitment to Staff Wellbeing

We prioritise staff wellbeing not just in theory, but through tangible, actionable initiatives designed to support you throughout your career:

• Dedicated Support and Guidance: All of our schools have Wellbeing Champions and Mental Health First Aiders who are trained and available to provide confidential support, advice, and a listening ear. Every school is linked to a Wellbeing Network Lead who provides practical support for developing and implementing each school’s staff wellbeing action plan.

• Listening to Our Teams: We value your voice. Through our annual stakeholders surveys, we gather vital feedback from all staff members to continually inform and refine our policies, practices, and support structures.

• External Professional Support: All staff have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which offers 24/7 access to expert advice, counselling, and practical support on a wide range of personal and professional matters.

• Career Growth and Collaboration: We believe in growing together. We provide collaborative Continuous Professional Learning and Development (CPLD) opportunities for staff at all levels, encouraging shared practice and innovation across our network of schools.

• Workload-Sensitive Development: Our appraisal approach is designed to be meaningful and supportive, placing wellbeing and workload at the heart of staff development. We focus on achievable goals and sustainable practices, ensuring that professional growth enhances, rather than burdens, your working life.

If you are looking for an environment where you can thrive professionally while knowing your personal health and happiness are a priority, an RLT school is the place for you. Join us and experience the difference a truly supportive working environment makes.

Our Schools

Aligned Autonomy

Three Core Principles

The Power of People

CPLD

School Improvement & Collaboration

Advancement & Investing in People

Working in RLT Brochure

Staff Charter