Literacy Centre Manager (Librarian)
John Whitgift Academy
North East Lincolnshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- Grade D Points 6 – 8 (£21,968 - £22,777 Full Time Equivalent) subject to pro rata. The minimum actual pro rata salary per annum for this job starts at £18,410.87.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- February 2023
- Apply by:
- 3 February 2023
Job overview
John Whitgift Academy are looking to appoint a Literacy Centre Manager to join our academy in February 2023 on a full time, permanent basis.
How would you like to join a rapidly expanding academy which is heading towards outstanding. Our student numbers are increasing year by year and we are the highest performing academy in North East Lincolnshire and are in the top 4% of the most improved academies in the country. As an academy we are continually building on our strengths and are proud to have the highest of expectations.
The role
As the Literacy Centre Manager, you will manage and develop the Literacy Centre to ensure all students develop a passion for reading which will increase literacy skills need for students to achieve their academic potential.
Hours: 37 hours per week / Term Time only (38 weeks) / Permanent.
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience required for this position, then we would very much like to hear from you.
Our academy
We currently have over 900 students on role aged 11 – 16. Our academy is situated close to the A180 making it ideal for commuting. Despite being one of the most rapidly growing academies in North East Lincolnshire, due, primarily to our success and outcomes over recent years, relationships between students and staff are excellent and we have maintained a small school friendly atmosphere. Behaviour in our academy is very good with a relentless focus upon learning and aspiration.
In addition, we are fortunate to have some outstanding facilities that help to further enhance the quality of teaching and learning, such as, an Engineering block, 2 full size swimming pools and a 207-seater cinema.
Why John Whitgift Academy?
The whole of our staff have been part of our journey to where we are today. We work as teams within a team. Our whole aim is for all our students to achieve their best potential. There are opportunities for career development for the successful applicant. Every employee has access to a pension scheme and staff benefits scheme.
We offer an extensive range of opportunities, incentives and benefits with this post including:
• Contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Minimum entitlement of 34 days holiday (subject to pro rata if working part-time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays
• Access to the Delta benefits website with discounts on retailers, holidays, days out, etc
• Access to Cycle to Work scheme, car leasing and technology scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Training and development opportunities
If you would like to know more about this vacancy, please contact the academy on 01472 311080.
How to apply?
For more information and to apply for this position please visit the Delta recruitment website at
Careers with Delta • Delta Academies Trust (deltatrust.org.uk)
In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its students and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. However, it is important to note that if we receive a high volume of applications, we may limit the numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.
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About John Whitgift Academy
- John Whitgift Academy
- Crosland Road, Grimsby
- North East Lincolnshire
- DN37 9EH
- United Kingdom
John Whitgift Academy have over 730 students on role aged 11 to 16. Our academy is situated close to the A180 making it ideal for commuting. Despite being one of the most rapidly growing academies in North East Lincolnshire, due, primarily to our success and outcomes, relationships between students and staff are excellent and we have maintained a small school friendly atmosphere. Behaviour in our academy is good with a relentless focus upon learning and aspiration.
We are a fully inclusive caring academy which promotes community and social cohesion based on the simple principles of courtesy, co-operation, tolerance and mutual respect. We demand personal excellence from students of all ages and abilities, providing them with the necessary support to become responsible citizens. John Whitgift Academy is committed to providing an innovative, enterprising and energising curriculum with a variety of enrichment opportunities for all.
We pride ourselves on being small, despite our rapid growth and caring greatly about each and every student. All members of staff are committed in providing the very best of education for students of all abilities and we stand firmly by our high standards and expectations that ensure the best outcomes in Year 11. We offer each student a personalised and up to date learning pathway that meets the needs of all learners and ensures that all students are prepared for the next stage in their learning journey, whether that is college, apprenticeships, the world of work or university. As a member of Delta Academies Trust we are part of a strong family of academies that work collaboratively together to improve the life chances of all learners.
John Whitgift Academy is the highest performing academy in North East Lincolnshire and is in the top 4% of most improved academies in the country. Its student population is rapidly growing with numbers leaving in 2019 compared to those joining, increasing by 200%. Behaviour is good with a relentless focus upon learning, aspiration and in establishing quality effective relationships between students, staff and the local community. The academy is very fortunate to have exceptional facilities, such as swimming pools, an engineering base and a 207 seat private cinema.
The whole of our staff have been part of our journey to where we are today. We work as teams within a team. Our whole aim is for all our students to achieve their best potential. There are plenty of opportunities for career development for the successful applicant. Every employee has access to a pension scheme and staff benefits scheme.
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