Head of Department

Manor Croft Academy has undergone a significant transformation in recent years; resultantly, it now boasts some of the best levels of progress across the region (+0.79). Our learners demonstrate a relentless desire to succeed and show high levels of engagement, interest and resilience when learning new skills and knowledge. Behaviour and focus on classrooms is truly outstanding.

Our leadership team was rated outstanding by Ofsted, we continually reflect on our practice and that of the school as a whole and look for ways in which we can improve the experience of our learners. You must be able to demonstrate the same level of passion and commitment.

Visits to the academy would be warmly welcomed by appointment. Please contact the academy on 01924 325230 if you would like to arrange a visit.

We offer an extensive range of opportunities, incentives and benefits with this post including:

- **Financial**: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.
- **Motoring**: access to an employee vehicle leasing scheme*, **discounted vehicle repairs** and discounts on car/van hire.
- **Pension: 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_
- In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, 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._
- Delta Academies Trust undertake to treat all applicants for posts fairly and not to discriminate unfairly against volunteers or paid staff who voluntarily reveal that they have a criminal conviction. Equally, we will not discriminate unfairly against volunteers or paid staff where a Disclosure and Barring Service check reveals a criminal conviction or other information about offences._
- Therefore, we will consider job applicants who have a criminal record based on their skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and, where needed, qualifications and training. However, our approach depends on the job, and whether it is covered by, or exempt from, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974._

Manor Croft Academy draws directly from the local community with the majority of pupils living within walking distance. The vast majority of its intake comes from its four main feeder primary schools. Located in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, Manor Croft is an exciting place to learn and we are committed to delivering a high quality education for all our students. At Manor Croft we believe that our core purpose is to prepare young people to enter a fast moving and rapidly changing environment. To prepare them for such a challenge we work to develop their skills, knowledge and resilience, which in turn will enable them to achieve the highest possible qualifications. It is essential for our success to maintain high standards at all times and this is only possible with collaboration between staff, parents and students.

We are one of the most improved and now oversubscribed academies in the country with some of the best outcomes in the north of England. We have over 800 delightful students who have embraced the new Delta systems and are happy to be taught in a caring, supportive and academically challenging environment.

As the academy grows we are widening our curriculum and are excited to offer more and more opportunities for the students of Dewsbury.

The academy is a great place to work and develop yourself professionally, we continually challenge ourselves to improve the life chances for our students and raise their aspirations.