DSLV E-ACT Academy

DSLV E-ACT Academy is an all-through academy for pupils aged 3 to 18 in Daventry, Northamptonshire. Serving its local community from early years through to sixth form, the academy is guided by the values “Be Proud, Be Confident, Be Successful”. Its ethos combines ambition and high expectations with respect, kindness and a clear commitment to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment in which every pupil can develop confidence and achieve positive outcomes.

The academy educates approximately 997 pupils and benefits from the breadth and continuity of an all-through setting. It forms part of E-ACT, a multi-academy trust comprising 28 academies and serving more than 18,000 pupils across England. E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. DSLV E-ACT Academy places particular emphasis on pupil wellbeing, positive relationships and removing barriers to learning, supported by collaboration among teaching, pastoral and specialist colleagues.

Working at DSLV E-ACT Academy means joining a collaborative, people-first culture in which staff can learn from colleagues across both the academy and the wider trust. Employees benefit from tailored INSET days, high-quality continuing professional development and opportunities for shared learning and career growth. The wider package includes an appropriate pension scheme, life cover, a Cycle to Work scheme, the Wisdom wellbeing app and a free Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling and financial guidance.