Curriculum Leader

The Role

Ref: SCH-PAT-0475

Required for September 2024

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primaries and two 11 – 16 secondary schools. Our schools are run for the benefit of children and young people, and we have unwavering focus on achievement which is paramount so that all of our children and young people enjoy greater life chances.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Curriculum Leader of Geography to join the team at Carleton High School. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategically leading the direction and development of the curriculum area in accordance with the aims and objectives of the school. They will be accountable for the operation and effectiveness of the policies and procedures needed to achieve these aims and objectives, and the progress of staff and pupils in the curriculum area.

This post is a 1 FTE, permanent role with a TLR2c allowance of £5,347.00

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:

·       has a passion for helping pupils thrive and meet their full potential

·       has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and pupils

·       can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative

·       has experience of working in a similar specialist area

The Trust can offer:

• Experience the warm, welcoming, and social environment at Pontefract Academies Trust, often praised by visitors for it's positive atmosphere and the exceptional friendliness and support of our staff.

• We highly value every member of our team, and we are proud of our focus on professional learning and development as we are of our reputation.

• Access to recognised training and leadership courses.

• Enjoy our modern staff room, offering a comfortable environment.

• Our highly visible senior leadership team is there to support you throughout the school day, along with a collaborative team of colleagues within the department and across the school.

• As a staff member, benefit from our employee assistance program, offering services such as physiotherapy, 24/7 GP access, and personal or professional advice on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and more.

• Enjoy additional perks like free on-site parking, flu jabs, childcare vouchers, gym discounts, a cycle-to-work scheme, and much more.

• We offer a very generous pension scheme with an impressive employer contribution and life assurance of at least three times your salary.

To apply for this vacancy please visit www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/vacancies.

To view our strategic plan please click here.

For more information or to discuss or arrange a potential visit please contact the school on 01977 781555 or via email at admin@carletonhigh.patrust.org.uk.

Completed application forms should be returned via the Face-Ed system no later than 10am on Monday 29^th April 2024.

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.

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