School Improvement Lead 60%

Inspires Mat, Witham, CM8 1NA

23 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2025

• Closing date

  28 February 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  5 February 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: Three Days Per Week (19.5 hours per week) - days to be negotiated.
• Contract type: Permanent
• Actual salary: L17-L23 Dependent on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

• A proven, outstanding track record in school improvement and educational leadership.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and drive evidence-based decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and a passion for educational excellence.
• The ability to inspire and motivate others, fostering a positive and inclusive school culture.
• A detailed and forensic understanding of the Primary Curriculum, including EYFS.
• Exceptional understanding how to meet the needs of all children, including those with SEND.
• Headteacher Qualified Status

What the school offers its staff

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to making a difference.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• A vibrant and inclusive school community.
• Opportunity to lead change and innovate.

Further details about the role

We are a dynamic and forward-thinking Multi Academy Trust (MAT) committed to providing outstanding education to our students. Our trust comprises a network of schools dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and high-achieving learning environment. We believe in continuous improvement and are looking for a passionate individual to join our team as a School Improvement Lead.

The Role:

As a School Improvement Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving the educational outcomes and overall performance of our schools. You will work closely with school leaders, teachers, and support staff to develop and implement strategies that enhance the quality of teaching and learning. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and execution of school improvement plans across the MAT.
• Providing expert guidance and support to school leaders in raising educational standards.
• Analysing data to identify areas for improvement and track progress.
• Delivering professional development and training to staff.
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior leadership teams to set ambitious goals and priorities for school improvement.
• Conduct regular reviews of school performance, providing actionable feedback.
• Facilitate the sharing of best practices and innovative teaching methods across the MAT.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of improvement initiatives.
• Engage with stakeholders, including parents, governors, and the wider community, to foster a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Lead professional development opportunities at all levels.

Additional Information

• Regular travel between schools within the Trust is required.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
• This role is pivotal in ensuring the Trust’s primary schools provide high-quality education and achieve outstanding outcomes for all students. If you are passionate about school improvement and have the skills and experience to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
• As part of the Inspires Multi-Academy Trust, you may be required to work or attend at any of the other schools in the trust as needs arise.

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.

Applying for the job

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IMAT 2024-25 School Improvement Lead Job Description and Person Spec.docx - 34 KB (opens in new tab)

About Inspires Mat

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Inspires Mat website (opens in new tab)
• Email address: HR@Inspiresmat.co.uk
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