St James Academy are seeking a Curriculum Team Leader for English to to contribute towards maintaining high academic expectations throughout the school with a clear focus on excellent teaching and learner achievement in English.

St James Academy is a highly successful academy, clearly evidenced by its recent Ofsted inspection in June 2024 and its sustained strong examination performance. The school's diverse community and aspirant culture make this an inspirational place to work. There has never been a better time to join the academy and to have the opportunity to take up a high profile leadership within a dynamic senior leadership team.

Our academy achieved above the national average for the progress made by learners and above the average for Dudley. 

An increasing number of departments have achieved 100% GCSE pass rates, and our ambition is that this should extend to every area as quickly as possible. 

Our philosophy is simple: we will ensure the success of our learners through outstanding teaching, positive behaviour and embracing the talents of each individual.

Closing date –  Wednesday 16th October 2024 - we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised.

All successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and children and adults barred list checks, where the applicant will be employed in a regulated activity.

Dudley Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including disabled, and black and ethnic minority applicants.