Role: Exams and Assessment Officer Academy: Outwood Academy Valley Start Date: 19th March 2026 Salary (Actual Salary): £28,598 to £29,540 Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Full Time (all year round) This role is temporary in the first instance, with a view to becoming permanent from April 2027 Are you an exceptionally organised and meticulous professional with deep knowledge of examination procedures and data management systems? Do you thrive in a high-stakes environment where accuracy and adherence to national regulations are paramount to student success? The purpose of this post is to ensure the accurate management and running of all examinations, and maintain accurate pupil tracking data to assist leaders in raising standards. Outwood Academy Valley seeks applications from professional individuals for this key role. The successful candidate will ensure the accurate management and running of all examinations and maintain accurate pupil tracking of key assessment data, thereby assisting SLT and Curriculum Leaders in raising standards within teaching and learning. Full training and support will be given to the right candidate. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, good time management, and the ability to multitask and be able to work to tight deadlines. Strong IT skills specifically in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) are essential and experience of SIMS would be a definite advantage, but is not essential as training will be provided on all aspects of the role. Welcome from the Principal: I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Valley, a school where excellence, innovation, and opportunity create an outstanding learning environment for both students and staff. We are situated at the heart of the community in Worksop, the "Gateway to the Dukeries." We are deeply committed to putting students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. We believe learning should be enjoyable and enriching, allowing students to make exceptional progress through our knowledge rich, personalised curriculum. Our Performing Arts Department is a particular area of excellence. If you are passionate about education, we warmly invite you to join our dedicated team. We value and invest in our staff, offering high-quality professional development and a collaborative environment. We operate as a supportive school family, celebrating successes and working together with a shared sense of purpose. If you share our values, apply now and take the next step in your career with us. To view the Support Staff recruitment booklet, click here. If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Hazel fairest, Assistant Principal at Closing date: Midday, Tuesday 24th February 2026
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Role: Exams and Assessment Officer Academy: Outwood Academy Valley Start Date: 19th March 2026 Salary (Actual Salary): £28,598 to £29,540 Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Full Time (all year round) This role is temporary in the first instance, with a view to becoming permanent from April 2027 Are you an exceptionally organised and meticulous professional with deep knowledge of examination procedures and data management systems? Do you thrive in a high-stakes environment where accuracy and adherence to national regulations are paramount to student success? The purpose of this post is to ensure the accurate management and running of all examinations, and maintain accurate pupil tracking data to assist leaders in raising standards. Outwood Academy Valley seeks applications from professional individuals for this key role. The successful candidate will ensure the accurate management and running of all examinations and maintain accurate pupil tracking of key assessment data, thereby assisting SLT and Curriculum Leaders in raising standards within teaching and learning. Full training and support will be given to the right candidate. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, good time management, and the ability to multitask and be able to work to tight deadlines. Strong IT skills specifically in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) are essential and experience of SIMS would be a definite advantage, but is not essential as training will be provided on all aspects of the role. Welcome from the Principal: I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Valley, a school where excellence, innovation, and opportunity create an outstanding learning environment for both students and staff. We are situated at the heart of the community in Worksop, the "Gateway to the Dukeries." We are deeply committed to putting students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. We believe learning should be enjoyable and enriching, allowing students to make exceptional progress through our knowledge rich, personalised curriculum. Our Performing Arts Department is a particular area of excellence. If you are passionate about education, we warmly invite you to join our dedicated team. We value and invest in our staff, offering high-quality professional development and a collaborative environment. We operate as a supportive school family, celebrating successes and working together with a shared sense of purpose. If you share our values, apply now and take the next step in your career with us. To view the Support Staff recruitment booklet, click here. If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Hazel fairest, Assistant Principal at Closing date: Midday, Tuesday 24th February 2026
A respected educational institution in Worksop seeks an Exams and Assessment Officer to manage and run examinations. The role requires excellent organizational skills, strong IT abilities, and a commitment to maintaining high educational standards. This position offers full training and opportunities for growth within the Academy. If you are passionate about education and thrive under pressure, apply now to join our dedicated team and make a significant impact on student success.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
A respected educational institution in Worksop seeks an Exams and Assessment Officer to manage and run examinations. The role requires excellent organizational skills, strong IT abilities, and a commitment to maintaining high educational standards. This position offers full training and opportunities for growth within the Academy. If you are passionate about education and thrive under pressure, apply now to join our dedicated team and make a significant impact on student success.
A leading educational institution in Pontefract is seeking a SEND Officer to ensure compliance with SEND legislation and deliver tailored student support. This management role requires strong leadership and expertise in managing paperwork for individualized plans. The academy is dedicated to providing holistic education and reducing staff workload while focusing on students' needs. Ideal candidates share a passion for making a difference and contributing to student development.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
A leading educational institution in Pontefract is seeking a SEND Officer to ensure compliance with SEND legislation and deliver tailored student support. This management role requires strong leadership and expertise in managing paperwork for individualized plans. The academy is dedicated to providing holistic education and reducing staff workload while focusing on students' needs. Ideal candidates share a passion for making a difference and contributing to student development.
Middlesbrough, Cleveland, United Kingdom Job Info Job Identification 6673 Job Category Support Posting Date 01/21/2026, 04:39 PM Locations Middlesbrough, Cleveland, United Kingdom Apply Before 02/02/2026, 09:00 AM Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Term Time Only Standard Hours 37 Interview Dates 05/02/2026 Proposed Start Date ASAP Driving Required No Job Description Role: SEND Officer Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: 37 hrs per week. Term time plus 5 days. (Temporary until 31st August 2027). About the Academy: Outwood Academy Riverside, founded in September 2020 through the Free Schools Programme, implements the Riverside values program for all students at the start of every academic year. The academy is dedicated to the wide variety of students who enrol, ensuring strong routines and top-notch pastoral care for all pupils. Located at Russell Street, Middlesbrough, Outwood Academy Riverside is set to have a new school built on Pioneering Way close to Middlesbrough College. Additionally, a satellite site in Eston opened in September 2024 for Y7 /Y8 students as the school continues to grow. About the Role: Are you deeply knowledgeable about SEND legislation and passionate about translating policy into impactful student support? Nationally the needs of children are fluctuating and as such your experience of working with students with SEND is essential, as is the ability to implement strategies and interventions to assist our more vulnerable students achieve their full potential. Join us as a SEND Officer, where you will be key to ensuring statutory compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and delivering tailored interventions. You must possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of 'Students First, raising standards and transforming lives'. As a key figure in our 'family', you will be expected to contribute to the daily support of the school and ensure all our pupils are catered for during their time in our setting. You will be an extremely well organised professional and have the ability to plan and prioritise work to ensure that strict deadlines are accurately met. The ability to work on your own initiative and lead by example is essential. The role will require you to accurately input data relating to these students and produce reports and recommendations. You need to be able to deal with students, parents and outside agencies in a professional, prompt and confidential manner. You will manage the formal documentation process, including arranging EHCP Review meetings within statutory timeframes, ensuring the review paperwork is sent promptly to the Local Authority. You will manage Teaching Assistants, ensuring effective deployment of resources to meet the needs of all SEND students. Key duties involve developing and monitoring effective Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring all students on the SEN Register have robust One Page Profiles, and managing a student caseload. Furthermore, you will provide training and guidance to academy staff on differentiation strategies and ensure the Exam Access Arrangement process is compliant with JCQ Regulations. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role please contact Shazia Aslam at Responsibilities You will manage the formal documentation process, including arranging and chairing EHCP Review meetings within statutory timeframes, ensuring the review paperwork is sent promptly to the Local Authority. You will manage Teaching Assistants, ensuring effective deployment of resources to meet the needs of all SEND students. Key duties involve developing and monitoring effective Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring all students on the SEN Register have robust One Page Profiles, and managing a student caseload. Furthermore, you will provide training and guidance to academy staff on differentiation strategies and ensure the Exam Access Arrangement process is compliant with JCQ Regulations. Qualifications Experience of working within a school environment and specifically with children with complex Special Needs and/or disabilities is essential. Candidates must demonstrate proven experience and understanding of safeguarding and child protection issues. The role requires the ability to track and analyse data to identify students that require intervention, proficiency in standard ICT packages, and a detailed understanding of the JCQ Exam Access Arrangement procedures. Willingness and ability to obtain or enhance qualifications for development is required. About Us Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE). What will we do for you? We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance: Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme. Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications. Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis) Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now. Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children. Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Middlesbrough, Cleveland, United Kingdom Job Info Job Identification 6673 Job Category Support Posting Date 01/21/2026, 04:39 PM Locations Middlesbrough, Cleveland, United Kingdom Apply Before 02/02/2026, 09:00 AM Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Term Time Only Standard Hours 37 Interview Dates 05/02/2026 Proposed Start Date ASAP Driving Required No Job Description Role: SEND Officer Start Date: ASAP Working Pattern: 37 hrs per week. Term time plus 5 days. (Temporary until 31st August 2027). About the Academy: Outwood Academy Riverside, founded in September 2020 through the Free Schools Programme, implements the Riverside values program for all students at the start of every academic year. The academy is dedicated to the wide variety of students who enrol, ensuring strong routines and top-notch pastoral care for all pupils. Located at Russell Street, Middlesbrough, Outwood Academy Riverside is set to have a new school built on Pioneering Way close to Middlesbrough College. Additionally, a satellite site in Eston opened in September 2024 for Y7 /Y8 students as the school continues to grow. About the Role: Are you deeply knowledgeable about SEND legislation and passionate about translating policy into impactful student support? Nationally the needs of children are fluctuating and as such your experience of working with students with SEND is essential, as is the ability to implement strategies and interventions to assist our more vulnerable students achieve their full potential. Join us as a SEND Officer, where you will be key to ensuring statutory compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and delivering tailored interventions. You must possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of 'Students First, raising standards and transforming lives'. As a key figure in our 'family', you will be expected to contribute to the daily support of the school and ensure all our pupils are catered for during their time in our setting. You will be an extremely well organised professional and have the ability to plan and prioritise work to ensure that strict deadlines are accurately met. The ability to work on your own initiative and lead by example is essential. The role will require you to accurately input data relating to these students and produce reports and recommendations. You need to be able to deal with students, parents and outside agencies in a professional, prompt and confidential manner. You will manage the formal documentation process, including arranging EHCP Review meetings within statutory timeframes, ensuring the review paperwork is sent promptly to the Local Authority. You will manage Teaching Assistants, ensuring effective deployment of resources to meet the needs of all SEND students. Key duties involve developing and monitoring effective Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring all students on the SEN Register have robust One Page Profiles, and managing a student caseload. Furthermore, you will provide training and guidance to academy staff on differentiation strategies and ensure the Exam Access Arrangement process is compliant with JCQ Regulations. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role please contact Shazia Aslam at Responsibilities You will manage the formal documentation process, including arranging and chairing EHCP Review meetings within statutory timeframes, ensuring the review paperwork is sent promptly to the Local Authority. You will manage Teaching Assistants, ensuring effective deployment of resources to meet the needs of all SEND students. Key duties involve developing and monitoring effective Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring all students on the SEN Register have robust One Page Profiles, and managing a student caseload. Furthermore, you will provide training and guidance to academy staff on differentiation strategies and ensure the Exam Access Arrangement process is compliant with JCQ Regulations. Qualifications Experience of working within a school environment and specifically with children with complex Special Needs and/or disabilities is essential. Candidates must demonstrate proven experience and understanding of safeguarding and child protection issues. The role requires the ability to track and analyse data to identify students that require intervention, proficiency in standard ICT packages, and a detailed understanding of the JCQ Exam Access Arrangement procedures. Willingness and ability to obtain or enhance qualifications for development is required. About Us Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE). What will we do for you? We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance: Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme. Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications. Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis) Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now. Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children. Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.
A local educational institution in Middlesbrough seeks a SEND Officer to ensure compliance with SEND legislation and provide tailored support for students with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in a school setting, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage documentation and deliver training to staff. This role contributes significantly to fostering an inclusive educational environment, adhering to the motto 'Students First' and promoting student welfare through effective interventions and collaboration.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
A local educational institution in Middlesbrough seeks a SEND Officer to ensure compliance with SEND legislation and provide tailored support for students with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in a school setting, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage documentation and deliver training to staff. This role contributes significantly to fostering an inclusive educational environment, adhering to the motto 'Students First' and promoting student welfare through effective interventions and collaboration.
Role: SEND Officer Academy: Outwood Academy Hemsworth Start Date: As soon as possible Salary (Actual Salary): £27,428.47 - £29,206.62 (Grade 8 SCP 18-21) Working Pattern: 37 hours per week - Term Time plus 5 Days Are you deeply knowledgeable about SEND legislation and passionate about translating policy into impactful student support? Join us as a SEND Officer, where you will be key to ensuring statutory compliance with Sections 6 and 9 of the SEND Code of Practice and delivering tailored interventions. This management position requires dedication to detail, strong leadership in deploying resources, and expertise in managing formal paperwork associated with individualized support. Welcome from the Principal: I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Hemsworth, an 11-18 Academy in the Historic Market Town of Hemsworth, West Yorkshire. We have a relentless focus on learning, underpinned by a curriculum designed to stretch and enrich every student. As part of the Outwood Family since 2018, we provide the very best, holistic education within a safe and secure community. We recently completed a multi-million pound development, including a new 17-classroom teaching block, and are proud to hold Gold Status from the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health. We actively work to reduce staff workload, allowing more time to focus on our vision: students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. Whether you are ambitious for progression or determined to be an outstanding classroom teacher, this is the place for you. If you share our passion for making a real difference, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team. If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact .
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Role: SEND Officer Academy: Outwood Academy Hemsworth Start Date: As soon as possible Salary (Actual Salary): £27,428.47 - £29,206.62 (Grade 8 SCP 18-21) Working Pattern: 37 hours per week - Term Time plus 5 Days Are you deeply knowledgeable about SEND legislation and passionate about translating policy into impactful student support? Join us as a SEND Officer, where you will be key to ensuring statutory compliance with Sections 6 and 9 of the SEND Code of Practice and delivering tailored interventions. This management position requires dedication to detail, strong leadership in deploying resources, and expertise in managing formal paperwork associated with individualized support. Welcome from the Principal: I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Hemsworth, an 11-18 Academy in the Historic Market Town of Hemsworth, West Yorkshire. We have a relentless focus on learning, underpinned by a curriculum designed to stretch and enrich every student. As part of the Outwood Family since 2018, we provide the very best, holistic education within a safe and secure community. We recently completed a multi-million pound development, including a new 17-classroom teaching block, and are proud to hold Gold Status from the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health. We actively work to reduce staff workload, allowing more time to focus on our vision: students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. Whether you are ambitious for progression or determined to be an outstanding classroom teacher, this is the place for you. If you share our passion for making a real difference, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team. If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact .
Contact Email Job Description Role: Head of Maths Academy: Outwood Academy Ripon Start Date: 01/09/2026 or sooner Salary : L5 £56,320 - L9 £62,019 About the School: Outwood Academy Ripon has been part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust since 2011 and is an exceptional place to build your future. Our school-based community is welcoming and friendly; students and staff make excellent progress together. Ripon is a thriving community with a magnificent cathedral making it one of Yorkshire's most loved cities. The city's history is entwined with the church and its proximity to the beautiful Fountains Abbey. Ripon is a delightful city with riverside and canal sidewalks that reach into the countryside and buildings that span the last thousand years. We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic professional to lead our dynamic Maths department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed, ambitious, outstanding teacher of Maths to join an exceptional school and a high performing Trust. We expect all colleagues to bring out the best in each and every student. Our diverse curriculum has something for everyone, with extra guidance for those requiring additional support, and we do whatever it takes to ensure young people develop a sense of responsibility - towards themselves, each other, their community and the wider world. We are extremely proud of the achievements of our students and staff who have consistently achieved excellent GCSE outcomes. Do you have drive, determination and ambition for this rewarding role as a Head of Maths? Are you a passionate leader who is keen to provide young people with the best possible education whatever their background or ability? If you are looking for a new challenge we welcome your application. To view the Teaching Staff recruitment booklet for Maths: Click Here About the Department: The Maths Department has four teachers and a one-to-one tutor. The department includes experienced practitioners together with recently qualified colleagues who have a shared goal:Students First If you are interested in joining our Maths Department, please contact the Principal's PA, Caroline Beaumont, on behalf of the Principal, Rachel Donohue, who will be pleased to tell you more, either by email or telephone. Chief Executive Officer : Lee Wilson Responsibilities The Head of Department is responsible for communicating a clear purpose and vision while providing cohesive leadership and direction to the Department/Faculty. This leader models the Academy's values, promotes high standards through effective teaching, and is accountable for implementing the Department Development Plan/Self-Evaluation Form (SEF) to secure continuous improvement. They develop and sustain DEEP LEADERSHIP through line management of staff, overseeing department resources and budget, reviewing syllabuses, and conducting Performance Management Reviews. Essential qualifications required are a Degree in the relevant subject and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Candidates must demonstrate a good understanding of their subject's secondary curriculum (Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5), knowledge of current departmental issues, and understanding of school improvement and Ofsted inspection programmes. Essential experience includes leading or supporting the leadership of a department, successful teaching across all key stages, and evidence of managing/leading a new initiative. Required skills encompass being an outstanding classroom practitioner with a clear vision, possessing outstanding relationships with students and staff, and the ability to analyze data to develop rapid improvement intervention strategies. Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE). What will we do for you? We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well-being: Competitive Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme. Professional Growth: Access extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via the Outwood Institute of Education and National Institute of Teaching. Workload & Support: Committed to a manageable workload via our Workload Charter and guarantee a minimum of two hours of CPD each week. Wellbeing & Flexibility: Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. Take the next step in your professional journey and apply now to access these exceptional development and system-wide impact opportunities. Further Information on employee benefits can be found Click Here To find our more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO please Click Here Note: If applying from an external job board, please click 'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required. Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Contact Email Job Description Role: Head of Maths Academy: Outwood Academy Ripon Start Date: 01/09/2026 or sooner Salary : L5 £56,320 - L9 £62,019 About the School: Outwood Academy Ripon has been part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust since 2011 and is an exceptional place to build your future. Our school-based community is welcoming and friendly; students and staff make excellent progress together. Ripon is a thriving community with a magnificent cathedral making it one of Yorkshire's most loved cities. The city's history is entwined with the church and its proximity to the beautiful Fountains Abbey. Ripon is a delightful city with riverside and canal sidewalks that reach into the countryside and buildings that span the last thousand years. We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and enthusiastic professional to lead our dynamic Maths department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed, ambitious, outstanding teacher of Maths to join an exceptional school and a high performing Trust. We expect all colleagues to bring out the best in each and every student. Our diverse curriculum has something for everyone, with extra guidance for those requiring additional support, and we do whatever it takes to ensure young people develop a sense of responsibility - towards themselves, each other, their community and the wider world. We are extremely proud of the achievements of our students and staff who have consistently achieved excellent GCSE outcomes. Do you have drive, determination and ambition for this rewarding role as a Head of Maths? Are you a passionate leader who is keen to provide young people with the best possible education whatever their background or ability? If you are looking for a new challenge we welcome your application. To view the Teaching Staff recruitment booklet for Maths: Click Here About the Department: The Maths Department has four teachers and a one-to-one tutor. The department includes experienced practitioners together with recently qualified colleagues who have a shared goal:Students First If you are interested in joining our Maths Department, please contact the Principal's PA, Caroline Beaumont, on behalf of the Principal, Rachel Donohue, who will be pleased to tell you more, either by email or telephone. Chief Executive Officer : Lee Wilson Responsibilities The Head of Department is responsible for communicating a clear purpose and vision while providing cohesive leadership and direction to the Department/Faculty. This leader models the Academy's values, promotes high standards through effective teaching, and is accountable for implementing the Department Development Plan/Self-Evaluation Form (SEF) to secure continuous improvement. They develop and sustain DEEP LEADERSHIP through line management of staff, overseeing department resources and budget, reviewing syllabuses, and conducting Performance Management Reviews. Essential qualifications required are a Degree in the relevant subject and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Candidates must demonstrate a good understanding of their subject's secondary curriculum (Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 5), knowledge of current departmental issues, and understanding of school improvement and Ofsted inspection programmes. Essential experience includes leading or supporting the leadership of a department, successful teaching across all key stages, and evidence of managing/leading a new initiative. Required skills encompass being an outstanding classroom practitioner with a clear vision, possessing outstanding relationships with students and staff, and the ability to analyze data to develop rapid improvement intervention strategies. Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE). What will we do for you? We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well-being: Competitive Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme. Professional Growth: Access extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via the Outwood Institute of Education and National Institute of Teaching. Workload & Support: Committed to a manageable workload via our Workload Charter and guarantee a minimum of two hours of CPD each week. Wellbeing & Flexibility: Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme. Take the next step in your professional journey and apply now to access these exceptional development and system-wide impact opportunities. Further Information on employee benefits can be found Click Here To find our more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO please Click Here Note: If applying from an external job board, please click 'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required. Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.