Lead Practitioner of English & Literacy Lead
Ark Carleton High School, Pontefract, West Yorkshire, WF8 3NWThis job expired on 4 October 2022 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 January 2023
Closing date
4 October 2022 at 9am
Date listed
20 September 2022
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 hours, 1 FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- Leadership L1 - L5 (£42,195 - £46,566 per annum)
Lead Practitioner of English & Literacy Lead job summary
Lead Practitioner
of English and Literacy Lead
Ref: SCH-PAT-0149
Required for January 2023
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional teacher who is passionately committed to developing the quality of teaching and learning in English and literacy across the curriculum. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the team at Carleton High School which is part of the Pontefract Academies Trust. Dynamic, forward thinking and absolutely committed to ensuring all students make outstanding progress so they get the chances in life they deserve, we are seeking a new leader who will share our vision and values and who has the skills and motivation to develop others pedagogy. This is a 1 FTE, permanent role.
In particular, we are seeking an individual who is:
- Able to inspire others to ensure students make excellent progress and achieve their best.
- A dedicated professional with a strong moral purpose.
- Fully aligned to our vision and values.
- Passionate about developing their own practice.
- An outstanding teacher who is unwavering in their commitment to promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning across the school.
- A dynamic and proactive individual who will not be satisfied until all students are making excellent progress, and have excellent attendance.
Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
As an employee of Pontefract Academies Trust, you will benefit from:
- A supportive Trust as your employer.
- High quality professional development.
- A tailored induction programme to meet your needs and ongoing support from an experienced senior leadership team.
- Opportunity to complete professional leadership qualifications: NPQML/ NPQSL.
- Opportunity to be trained as a coach.
- Hardworking, motivated staff and students who want to do well.
- Consistent behaviour and expectations; teachers can teach and students can learn.
We believe Carleton High School is a very special place to work, we were awarded ‘The Most Improved Secondary School in the North of England’ by the Fairer Schools index. This is testament to the hard work and commitment of our students and staff and puts us firmly on our journey to Outstanding.
We are working to create something exceptional for the young people at Carleton High School, and if this ambition appeals to you, we look forward to reading applications from exceptional individuals, who have an unwavering focus on achievement to ensure our students receive the absolute best, and get the chances in life they deserve. Please click here to view the Trust strategic plan. 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 submitted online via Face-Ed (www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/vacancies) before the closing date of Tuesday 4th October 2022 at 10:00am.
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. 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. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies.
Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Ark Carleton High School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1026 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@patrust.org.uk
Carleton High School is a warm and welcoming school, where there is a strong community and family feel. We are a high achieving school, with academic outcomes for progress consistently being above the national average. In our recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024, we were recognised as 'Good Improving', which acknowledges the extraordinary journey that Carleton High School has been on.
In September 2025, our brand-new teaching block opened for pupils and staff. The building offers modern, purpose-built facilities to support learning and teaching.
Working at Ark offers lots of benefits to help staff thrive. Click here to find out more about working with us.
If you are a passionate, dedicated individual that shares our values, then we want to hear from you! Explore our current vacancies to discover your next role…
Arranging a visit to Ark Carleton High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@patrust.org.uk.
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