Deputy Director - Exchange Teacher Training

Delta Academies Trust is looking to appoint a Deputy Director for Exchange Teacher Training to join the growing Exchange Teacher Training (ETT) team on a part-time temporary basis. 

This is a part-time temporary role to start as soon as possible, ideally in January 2025 until 25 July 2025, for 26 hours per week and be based at Education House in Knottingley.

We seek an exceptional leader and teacher who will support the establishment of our new ITT Provider, Exchange Teacher Training, ensuring that it attracts colleagues to the teaching profession, providing the life-blood of teachers to schools in Yorkshire and the Humber - and beyond. The successful applicant will ensure that they inspire teachers and leaders of the future and that all trainees experience a rich training experience and are well-equipped to begin their teaching careers.  

In its first year of delivery, Exchange Teacher Training is a DfE-accredited provider of Initial Teacher Training (ITT) in the North of England. It is founded upon a well-established partnership of credible organisations in Yorkshire and the Humber, and Lincolnshire, united by a common goal to improve the quality of education for children and young people. Exchange Teacher Training offers an ambitious, evidence-informed programme to develop reflective practitioners who will inspire the next generation and improve both the outcomes and life chances of the young people we serve. We aim to provide the highest quality, impactful and localised ITT that truly makes a difference.

The successful candidate will be able to articulate a clear vision for the provider inspiring and empowering others to share in achieving it. They will be driven by a commitment to creating the best possible training opportunities for our trainees, in order to raise aspirations and transform lives. They will bring expertise in supporting trainee teachers with a strong track record in the professional development of others. The Deputy will have experience at either middle or senior leadership level and of developing others. Experience of working within the teacher development landscape is a distinct advantage, and expertise at secondary phase is essential.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Jo Twiby, Executive Director, or Rebecca Turner, Head of Exchange Teacher Training, on 0345 195 003. 

As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…

Financial Wellbeing:

·        Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme

·        Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*

·        Access to an extensive discounts platform

Physical Wellbeing:

·        24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household

·        Gym & fitness discounts

·        Cycle to Work scheme*

·        Free annual flu jab

Mental Wellbeing:

·        Access to an industry-leading Employee Assistance Programme

·        Menopause Support Service

·        Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained

At Delta, we are passionate that our workforce reflects the communities we serve. Our ambition is that everyone regardless of level, role, or background will enjoy an environment of respect, inclusion and belonging. We actively remove barriers to ensure everyone is supported and can reach their potential with us. We take active steps to encourage people from a broad range of backgrounds to apply for jobs at Delta, as we believe a diverse, inclusive company will enable everyone to thrive. We are a disability confident employer and will make reasonable adjustments as required. We are committed to supporting part time and flexible working and believe getting the balance right is critical to personal and professional success.

For more information and to apply for this position please visit our website at https://www.deltatrust.org.uk/careers-with-delta/

In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, 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. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its students and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists. 

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. However, it is important to note that if we receive a high volume of applications, we may limit the numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.

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