Learning Manager

Want to join Team City?  Now is the perfect time!

We are delighted to welcome you to Outwood Academy City. Serving the bustling city of Sheffield, Outwood Academy City was constructed in 2011 with state-of-the-art facilities and joined Outwood Grange Academies Trust three years later. The school has undergone a huge transformation for its 1200 students, with an innovative curriculum and a personalised approach to learning, enabling our young people to realise their vocational, practical, creative and academic abilities. We are a team of experts, ambitious for our students and determined in our pursuit of success. Our students are a really special group of young people, and they are at the heart of everything we do. Alongside our ambitious curriculum, and, as a result of 'high-quality pastoral care’, our students thrive and are proud to be Cityzens. Come and take a look at what we offer, and see if you could be a part of Team City - #WeAreCity and we are striving for excellence. Will you join us?

Our students are a really special group of young people, and they are at the heart of everything we do. Alongside our ambitious curriculum, we have worked hard to create an environment where students feel ‘safe and well-cared for’, and the leadership team plays a key role in implementing and driving forward this culture of kindness, positivity and mutual respect.

Outwood Academy City is seeking to appoint a permanent Learning Manager. The successful candidates will join a very busy team providing support to learning through the use of data, strategic intervention and monitoring in order to maximise student attainment.

The successful candidate should have excellent communication skills, be organised and able to remain calm in a busy environment. Strong IT skills specifically in Microsoft Office are essential. Training will be provided on our management information system. The successful candidate will be a team player with a proactive approach to work. Owing to the nature of the role, an ability to relate to the Academy’s students is crucial. The successful candidate will be an active member of the Academy’s safeguarding team; training will be provided.

You must possess both English and Maths Grade C/Grade 4 or above GCSE or equivalent.

As part of a growing multi-academy trust, the successful candidates will be well supported and have access to a range of high-quality professional development through the Outwood Institute of Education.

We have won numerous awards as a school and are an IQM Centre of Excellence, which highlights that inclusion at all levels is of paramount importance to us. We are also proud to have been awarded the Gold Status by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health Award.

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If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role please contact James Colliver at j.colliver@city.outwood.com.

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Closing date: Midday on 12 June 2026.

Interview date: 17 June 2026.

Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date or sooner if required.

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.