Deputy CTL of English
Horbury Academy, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 5HEThis job expired on 9 April 2021 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2021
Closing date
9 April 2021 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
19 March 2021
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- MPR/UPR + TLR3 £4,786
Additional allowances
- 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 are looking to appoint to an inspiring and dedicated Deputy Curriculum Team Leader of English. The English department at the Academy is an outstanding team of professionals who achieve excellent results. We value challenge, active participation and motivation. This is a real opportunity to join an exciting team that is forward thinking and high achieving. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic and innovative, with vision and energy.
The successful candidate will lead on developing curriculum areas and teaching and learning within the department, ensuring student progress is regularly assessed with a focus on building a collaborative team ethos across the Academy. They will play a key role in the strategic development of the department. This is an ideal opportunity for colleagues wishing to step up into a middle leadership role and gain invaluable experience in continuing to build and develop the successful team. The role will report directly to the CTL of English.
Further information about the job
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
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
- Phone number
- 01924 282748
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.
Arranging a visit to Horbury Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@accordmat.org.
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