Director of Learning (Primary) Kirklees area

Delta Academies Trust are looking to appoint a Director of Learning to join us in September 2024 on a full-time permanent basis to work across the Kirklees area. Current Y6 experience is essential.
The successful applicant will provide pedagogic leadership as an outstanding classroom practitioner, playing a key part in raising standards through the model of their own excellent teaching and by supporting the professional development of their colleagues. The post will also involve working alongside and supporting teachers particularly in Y6 across a group of four or five academies. The ultimate aim will be to improve the learning experience and increase the achievement of our key stage 2 pupils, whatever their ability.
Delta Academies Trust are looking to build an elite team of exceptional leaders, teachers, and support staff to transform education in the North of England, in line with our vision of 'changing lives'. Our vision is to transform education across the North of England and level up the playing field for those children who live in disadvantaged circumstances. Our high expectations of students has created a culture and climate conducive to learning and as a result the progress made by all students across the Trust is extremely positive. The support from school leaders allows for innovative practitioners to practice their craft.
We are committed to investing in staff of all levels and we will ensure you have access to high quality professional development through a formal CPD programme. As part of career development, we will give you the opportunity to work with a wide range of senior leaders, as well as to undertake formal NPQs etc.
This is an exciting time in our development as we continue to work hard to drive improvement in our academies. Through strong and purposeful leadership and high-quality teaching and learning, we are confident that we can have a positive impact upon the lives of young people, ensuring that all students achieve their potential, realise their aspirations; and are well prepared for the next stage of their lives.
If you share our vision and passion for young people, are passionate about raising educational attainment and standards, and helping young people reach their full potential, you can make the difference at Delta Academies Trust.
We offer an extensive range of opportunities, incentives and benefits with this post including

• offering unlimited access to a huge range of discounts on holidays, days out, retailer and cashback deals inc. Curry's, John Lewis, Tesco and B&Q to name but a few.


• Lifestyle and Wellbeing. discounted & flexible gym memberships, eye care vouchers, cycle 2 work/Technology scheme, free annual flu jab and 24/7 access to a market leading Employee Assistance Programme providing expert information specialist advisors trained by Citizens Advice and access to professionally qualified counsellors accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.


• access to an employee vehicle leasing scheme, discounted vehicle repairs and discounts on car/van hire.


• Excellent employer/employee contributory pension scheme with the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS)


• Personal and professional. we offer a range of training and development opportunities for you to grow and develop.



• Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained.