Department Leader

About this Role

Job title : Department LeaderContract : Permanent, Full-TimeSalary : £56,316.00 - £62,202.00Closing Date : Monday 24 th March 2025, MiddayAre you passionate about driving academic excellence by shaping and developing teaching and learning? Are you an ambitious professional, ready to take on a leadership role in a supportive and inclusive environment? If so, we would love to hear from you!About us : We are a thriving special school in Cambridgeshire, dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for children aged 2 to 19. Highfield Littleport Academy offers unique learning experiences for students with significant and complex needs, including physical, sensory, communication, and medical support requirements.Situated in beautiful, spacious grounds on the edge of Littleport, our academy boasts excellent facilities, including a hydrotherapy pool and a well-equipped sports hall. As part of the Cambridgeshire Active Learning Trust hub, we work closely with local mainstream schools to promote inclusive education, sharing expertise, resources, and best practices.About the role : As Department Leader, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of Highfield Littleport School. Working closely with the Assistant Head and Headteacher, you will contribute to the formulation and implementation of school policies, help drive teaching and learning excellence and foster a collaborative culture across the school.In this position, you will also be required to teach 3.5 days per week.This role is due to begin in September 2025.Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students and to work in a forward-thinking academy with a commitment to inclusion and development. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative team, with opportunities for personal and professional growth.Vivup Benefit SystemEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to Work SchemeAccess to Teacher Pensions

If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity, please contactEmma Brooke (School Business Manager)

• 01353 223301The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.

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