Learning Manager

The post holder will lead, manage, and support the pastoral and academic development of a designated Year, House or other defined group of students, ensuring high standards of behaviour, attendance, punctuality, and student welfare. The role aims to foster a safe, inclusive, and aspirational environment in line with the school’s ethos and Trust values, promoting the personal development and progress of every student.

Operating in a dynamic school environment, the role requires strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills to support the delivery of effective pastoral care and ensure a positive school culture. Flexibility, visibility, and a proactive approach are essential to successfully meet the needs of students and the wider school community.

What we can offer:

• Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team

• Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development

• Local Government Pension scheme

• Occupational Health

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Free on site Parking

Job Details

Hours of Work: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Only (including training days) plus 1 week

Position Type: Permanent Post

Line Manager: Vice Principal

Travel Required: No

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.

Heartwood Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.

Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.