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Trust School Improvement Lead (Secondary)
Apex Collaborative Trust, Nelson, BB9 7TZ20 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
5 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
16 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full time equivalent salary
- £78,702.00 - £95,735.00 Annually (FTE) L18 - L26
Trust School Improvement Lead (Secondary) job summary
Salary Range: L18-26 according to experience
Contract Type: Part-time (0.4)
Contract Term: Fixed term until 31st August 2028, with a review of progress in July 2027 and potential revision of specific responsibilities in negotiation with the postholder
Start Date: ASAP in consultation with school leaders
Closing Date: 7th October 2026
Apex Collaborative Trust
Apex Collaborative Trust is a vibrant, cross phase multi academy trust formed by the merger of the Pennine Trust and South Craven Academy Trust.
Our trust consists of 2 secondary schools and 3 primary schools. South Craven School also has a large sixth form. We are delighted that Pendle Vale College, in Nelson, will be an associate member of the trust and has indicated an intention to join fully within the next 12 months.
Apex Collaborative Trust will provide:
A strong culture driven by values.
A supportive Central Trust team who believe that through strong collaboration, all children within our trust will have better outcomes.
Cutting edge professional development opportunities.
A culture where individuals can thrive without fear of failure.
We are looking to recruit an individual who:
Aligns with our culture and values.
Is self-motivated, proactive and shows a high degree of initiative.
Is a skilled classroom practitioner.
Has excellent communication skills and an ability to engage and inspire colleagues.
Has good knowledge of educational research and high impact classroom strategies.
Has a strong track record in securing strong outcomes with students they teach.
Is flexible and can support colleagues in different subjects and schools to develop their practice.
Closing date for applications is noon on: Thursday 5th November 2026
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
At the Pennine Trust Schools, the welfare of children is paramount and all schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Attitudes towards promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people will be scrutinised during the selection process for the post that you have applied for.
All post holders are subject to a enhanced DBS check. Our policy and practice are in line with the current Department for Education’s ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ Guidance.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Apex Collaborative Trust
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
The Pennine Trust is a relatively new, vibrant, cross phase multi-academy trust which has been jointly established by three primary schools and one secondary school. The Trust has evolved from the successful collaboration between four schools with shared values. Our mission statement encapsulates our approach and what we prioritise daily:
Creating opportunity. Inspiring excellence. Shaping tomorrow.
We want to provide every child in our care with the best possible start in life and motivate them to fulfil their individual potential and make a full contribution to their communities and to society.
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