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Deputy CTL of English

Horbury Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 5HE

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• Job start date

  20 April 2020

• Closing date

  19 January 2020 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  8 January 2020

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Full time equivalent salary: Main pay range 1 to Upper pay range 3, £24,371 to £40,489
• Additional allowances:

  - This post attracts a TLR 2B ; - An opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across academies and within the central Trust teams, with other academies and Multi Academy Trust’s on a local or regional basis ; - Opportunities to lead on developments as a stepping stone to further career opportunities. ; - A specific career stage pathway of professional development with a commitment to support engagement in nationally recognised professional qualifications (NPQ’s). ; - All employees have access to discounted rates for self and family members for a range of local and national companies and services, reviewed annually. ; - All employees have access to the Fitness Suite located within one of the Academies in the Trust free of charge.

Deputy CTL of English job summary

Horbury Academy is seeking to appoint an inspiring and excellent English practitioner with strong leadership skills to complement the existing English management team from Easter 2020.

The appointment to the post of Deputy Curriculum Leader will work alongside the other Deputy in the team under the direction of the Curriculum Leader. This would be an ideal opportunity for a strong experienced practitioner with a desire to develop and lead others to start their subject leadership journey.

This post attracts a TLR2B.

The English department at the Academy is an outstanding team of professionals who are passionate about inspiring a love of literature and language. We value challenge and active participation. The successful applicant will share this passion alongside the ability to demonstrate innovation, resilience and model professionalism.

The academy and Trust offer an extensive programme of CPD, to help you grow and develop as a leader within a subject. If you have the vision and skills to deliver inspirational teaching and an ambition to embed this in others within your team we’d love to hear from you.

Horbury Academy is part of the Accord Multi Academy Trust which is a Wakefield based Trust; all four academies in the Trust are closely located to one another which lends itself to many opportunities to work closely and collaboratively. All academies are within a three mile radius of one another and can be found a short drive off junction 40 of the M1.

Talk to our staff or pupils and you will find out how proud we are of our unique academy, its supportive atmosphere and strong team ethos. We’re more than happy to show prospective applicants around, and encourage interested candidates to visit and see what makes us great! Contact the HR team on 01924 668930 or hr@accordmat.org and we’ll make the arrangements or would be happy to answer any other questions you may have.

For more details, or if you’re ready to apply, visit our website at https://horbury.accordmat.org/recruitment/ where you will find the application form available to download.

Please return completed application forms to the Accord HR Department at hr@accordmat.org or to Accord HR Department, Storrs Hill Road, Ossett, WF5 0DG.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 19 January 2020.

Horbury Academy is committed equal opportunities and to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About Horbury Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1070 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Horbury Academy website
• Email address: hr@accordmat.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/horbury-academy

Horbury Academy is a co‑educational 11–16 school at the heart of the Horbury community, educating almost 1,100 young people. As a proud member of  Place Partnership, we work closely with our partner schools to deliver exceptional teaching, strong pastoral support and a shared commitment to raising aspirations across the Wakefield district and beyond.


Our academy is a lively, forward‑thinking environment where pupils are encouraged to aim high, work hard and discover their potential. Learning sits at the centre of everything we do, supported by a curriculum designed to build deep knowledge, curiosity and confidence. Pupils are extremely valued at Horbury, and all staff are driven to ensure that they achieve during their time in the academy. High classroom standards and expectations underpin this.


Beyond the classroom, students benefit from a rich programme of extracurricular and enrichment opportunities that broaden horizons and nurture personal growth.


We believe every young person has unique strengths, and we are dedicated to helping them flourish. High expectations underpin our culture — from attendance and punctuality to conduct, effort and engagement. By focusing on the small things that matter, we create a calm, purposeful atmosphere where students can thrive academically and personally. Our approach is shaped by the Key Character Virtues: Ambition, Compassion, Courage, Open‑Mindedness, Resilience and Duty.


Horbury Academy is known for its warm, respectful relationships and strong sense of community. Pupils are encouraged to take pride in themselves, their academy and the wider world. Their determination, enthusiasm and willingness to contribute makes the academy a truly unique place.


It is an absolute privilege to lead Horbury Academy and to work alongside our dedicated staff, supportive families and remarkable pupils. I hope our website gives you a clear sense of our values and our vision. If you would like to learn more, we would be delighted to welcome you for a visit.

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