Vacancies

An exciting opportunity to join an outstanding team and be at the forefront of our organisational development

We are seeking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic and passionate Lead Practitioner of English with a proven track record of excellence in the classroom. This lead role is ideal for candidates wanting to take the next step into a senior leadership role, whilst maintaining a specialism within their own subject. As part of the English team and as a member of the Extended Senior Leadership Team you will be responsible for leading teaching and learning in the department and making a wider contribution in the strategic leadership of teaching, learning and professional development across the wider Academy community.

The successful candidate will demonstrate personal skills and qualities that align to an already established positive, hardworking and committed team. They will be fully committed to the academy’s ethos and vision and be prepared to continue their professional development to ensure they become an outstanding practitioner, willing to go the extra mile. With a demonstrable record of good or outstanding results, they will have a commitment to raising aspirations and achievement, supporting the wider academy community.

Brinsworth Academy is a vibrant, inclusive academy at the heart of its local community.  We work hard every day to ensure that our students are given the opportunity to Achieve Excellence.  We understand that excellence looks different for each individual and we strive for everyone in our school to be the best version of themselves.  Our school operates as a team, serving our local communities and we have a fantastic staff team that is supportive, dedicated and highly skilled.  We welcome visits from prospective candidates – come and meet us and see what Brinsworth Academy can offer. Both experienced teachers and ECTs are encouraged to apply.

New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT) has a dynamic, positive and supportive culture for staff and students, with an enviable reputation for staff career progression and development. You will join a focused and driven team, committed to providing the highest standards of education and service.

The Trust currently comprises of three 16-19 Colleges, three Secondary Schools and three Primary Schools.

Why Work for Us?

• NCLT was crowned ‘Employer of the Year’ at the 2023 MAT Excellence Awards – these national awards celebrate the very best performers from over one thousand MATs across the country
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing as outlined in our staff wellbeing charter
• Access to high quality professional training, both in-house and externally, to support your professional development
• Attractive pension scheme
• Additional benefits such as a cycle to work scheme and a technology scheme
• A culture of self-reflection and improvement to meet the needs of our staff

If you believe that you have the skills and abilities to take on this role, we’d love to hear from you.

To see the full job description, person specification and to apply please visit https://nclt.ac.uk/vacancies/

Applications should be submitted to recruitment@nclt.ac.uk

Applications close 9am on Wednesday 14^th May 2025.