Assistant Leader of English

3 weeks ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Wellacre Academy Full time

We wish to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teacher and Leader to join our supportive team and make a significant difference to our students through their work.

The post offers a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to develop the curriculum and innovative practice in teaching and learning. There are opportunities to strengthen our curricular and co-curricular offer and really become part of an exceptional group of staff in a happy and thriving school. This post would be suitable for someone looking for their first step into middle leadership or someone with leadership experience looking for a new challenge, in a school which is committed to creating a climate in which teachers thrive.

We prioritise staff and student wellbeing and have realistic policies for feedback, two data captures a year and a centralised detention system. We recognise staff and student achievement and provide tailored CPD programmes which have been recognised in the Gold Award from the Teacher Development Trust.

The English department is well-resourced and forward thinking in curriculum and teaching approaches. Good progress has been made in establishing a bank of good quality resources which teachers can adapt to meet the needs of their students. The department has access to high quality external support.

Wellacre Academy is a happy and caring 11-16 boys' school set in the heart of Trafford. We have high expectations for all our students and our policies and practices are values driven. Alongside our lessons, we provide a rich and diverse co-curricular programme that develops character and inspires our students. We all work together to instil a strong sense of belonging for all. Staff and students are proud of their school.

We are keen to ensure that you have as much information as possible to proceed with your application, therefore, if you would like a conversation about life at Wellacre or the position advertised, please contact our Assistant Principal, Stacey Partridge who will be happy to assist and answer any questions you may have Alternatively, please visit our website: and our social media platforms to find out more about what we do.

Facebook: /Wellacre Twitter/X: @WellacreAcademy

Wellacre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. The successful appointment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activities relating to children. A copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found at:

As part of our due diligence, and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we may undertake online searches on all shortlisted candidates.

Information regarding the application process can be found in the vacancies section of the website.

Please return your application form directly to or via the TES application portal. Please note that CVs will not be accepted in order for the shortlisting process to be fair to all candidates.

Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday 7th May 2024.

Interviews will be scheduled for the same week.

Thank you for your interest in our school.

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