Learning Manager
Outwood Academy Freeston, Normanton, WF6 1HZ9 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
29 May 2026 at 9am
Date listed
20 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week, term time plus 3 days Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - 4 months - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- Grade 7, SCP 15-17
What skills and experience we're looking for
Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent
Willingness and ability to obtain and/or enhance qualifications and
training for development in the post
Experience of working in a school environment
Experience and knowledge of issues affecting students and young
people and how to offer supportive assistance
Experience of working with other agencies that are able to
support students with specific vulnerabilities and how to access
this support
Experience of the Common Assessment Framework and its use to
support families and students
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences,
verbally and in writing
Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality
Ability to use standard ICT packages including Microsoft Office
Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing
deadlines
Ability to relate to students in a sympathetic manner and to
recognise potential child safeguarding issues
Understanding of School child safeguarding procedures
Satisfactory DBS check
What the school offers its staff
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.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
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.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Outwood Academy Freeston
- School type
- Academies, None, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 988 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Outwood Academy Freeston website
- Email address
- l.habgood@freeston.outwood.com
Outwood Academy Freeston provides education for 11-16 year olds, and is situated in the heart of Normanton, West Yorkshire near the city of Wakefield.
Outwood Academy Freeston aims to provide the best education for all its students by promoting the highest academic standards through quality teaching and learning. It develops students with the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that will prepare them well for the future. We aim to create and sustain a positive learning environment and work in partnership with parents and the wider community to improve in every aspect of our work.
Outwood Academy Freeston is a member of Outwood Grange Academies Trust. The Trust currently sponsors a number of secondary and primary schools in the region. Outwood Grange Academy has been a National Teaching school for many years and was accredited as one of the country’s first Teaching Schools.
Arranging a visit to Outwood Academy Freeston
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email l.habgood@freeston.outwood.com.
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