Lead Practitioner of English & Literacy Lead

Ref: SCH-PAT-0149

Required for September 2022

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 Friday 20th May  2022 at 10am.

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.