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Science Teacher – Vacancy

September 2025 or January 2026 start Relocation Assistance Scheme available £33,000-£50,809 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience) If you love teaching science and like to collaborate with passionate colleagues, join The JCB Academy and work with a team who are committed to developing the engineers and business leaders of the future. About The JCB Academy The JCB Academy is …

The JCB Academy Achieves School Games Gold Award for Third Consecutive Year

We are delighted to announce that The JCB Academy has once again been awarded the Gold School Games Mark, recognising our ongoing commitment to delivering a high standard of extra-curricular provision for our learners. This is the third consecutive year that the academy has achieved this prestigious award. The School Games Mark is a national accreditation scheme launched in 2012 …

Cultural Day

Y9 Enrichment Day – Celebrating Cultural Diversity

Today, our Year 9 learners have taken part in a special Enrichment Day dedicated to World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. This global observance serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of embracing diversity and promoting mutual understanding among people from all backgrounds. To honour this message, learners have participated in a wide variety of meaningful …

Engineering Technician – Carfulan Group

Carfulan Group supply and service multi-sensor measuring equipment, 3D printing, tool pre-setting and inspection, as well as turned-part measurement solutions. A Level 3 Engineering Technician apprenticeship is a program that combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction that will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to work as an engineering technician. The apprenticeship takes 3 years to complete and …

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JCB Academy Crowned Staffordshire Schools Rugby U15 Sevens Champions

We are delighted to announce that The JCB Academy’s Under 15 rugby team has been crowned Staffordshire Schools Rugby Sevens Champions following a remarkable performance in the county finals. Demonstrating exceptional teamwork, discipline, and resilience, our learners triumphed against strong competition to secure the title – a proud moment for the academy and a testament to the dedication of our …

Year 11 Learners Explore Apprenticeship Opportunities

Year 11 Learners Explore Apprenticeship Opportunities at The JCB Academy! On Wednesday last week, our Year 11 learners had an exciting opportunity to visit The JCB Academy’s Apprenticeship Training Centre, gaining valuable insight into the hands-on experiences and skills our apprentices develop during their time with us. As part of this special event, learners were given a guided tour of …

Adam Burgess

Adam Burgess Olympian Gives Talk

We were delighted to welcome back Adam Burgess, Olympic canoe slalom athlete, to The JCB Academy last week! 🏅💪 Adam has previously inspired our learners with his motivational talks and even helped launch our fantastic paddle boarding extra-curricular activity. This time, he returns to share more of his incredible journey, offering insight into resilience, determination, and what it takes to …

Miss Saunders

A Heartfelt Farewell to Miss Saunders

Today, we say goodbye to Miss Saunders, our Specialist Learning Support Assistant (English), as she retires after an incredible 15 years at The JCB Academy. Joining us in 2010, on the first day that the academy opened, Miss Saunders has been a cornerstone of our community, bringing unwavering dedication, warmth, and humor to every learner she supported. Her bubbly personality …

Business Curriculum Partnership with Stoke City FC – 2024

The JCB Academy is proud to continue its partnership with Stoke City FC, offering our Year 10 learners an exciting real-world business challenge as part of their Business studies curriculum. This year, learners have been set the task of designing an innovative product that could be sold in the official Stoke City FC Shop. Working in teams, they must apply …

Harder Adams Challenge 2024-25

Harper Adams Challenge 2024-25

The Harper Adams Challenge is an annual programme that immerses Year 9 learners at The JCB Academy in weeks of hands-on engineering, culminating in an exciting final at Harper Adams University. Designed to inspire creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving, the challenge reflects The JCB Academy’s commitment to real-world learning experiences. The Challenge Journey Over several weeks, learners work in teams to …