Lead together
Opportunity for an Executive Director of Primary Education
A WORD FROM OUR CEO DAVID LORD.
Become a game changer, a dream maker.
We are seeking an outstanding educational leader to help write the next chapter of our primary schools' success story. This is a rare opportunity to join us at an exciting moment of growth and development, where your vision and expertise can inspire our primary schools to go from from good to brilliant.
While our wonderful primary schools are performing above national standards by many measures, we need and want to do even better. We're looking for a strategic and inspiring leader who can build robust systems and develop talented teams to deliver exceptional outcomes across all our schools.
If you have the vision to inspire excellence and the expertise to deliver it, we want to hear from you. You'll be working alongside committed, talented primary leaders who are ready to embrace the next phase of our growth. This is more than just a leadership role – it's an opportunity to shape the educational journey of thousands of young people and create a lasting legacy of excellence in primary education.
Your first step
Book an introductory call with OUR CEO
Before diving into applications, the first step is to have a quick conversation with our CEO. It's the best way to get a real feel for the role and what we're all about - plus it's a chance for you to ask any questions you might have. Just hit the button below to book a time that works for you.
ABOUT OUR PRIMARY SCHOOLS
Our five primary schools form a vibrant family of learning communities, each with its own distinct character while sharing our unwavering commitment to excellence. In historic mill towns and beautiful countryside settings, from Bolton Brow and Scout Road academies in Calderdale to our three Kirklees schools - Meltham Moor, Netherton Infant & Nursery, and Linthwaite Clough - our schools serve diverse communities with one common purpose: providing an outstanding education that ignites a lifelong love of learning.
What sets our schools apart is not just their consistently strong academic performance, which regularly exceeds national averages, but their holistic approach to education. Reading is our golden thread - the foundation upon which all learning is built - and visitors to our schools invariably comment on the palpable excitement around books and storytelling. Beyond the classroom, our children thrive in forest school sessions, immerse themselves in community projects, and embrace a wealth of enriching experiences through carefully planned visits and activities. This combination of great teaching and rich, diverse experiences ensures our pupils develop into confident, curious, and capable young people.
Our schools are led by a wonderful team of headteachers, some very experienced, some new in the role, all of whom really value our culture of collaboration that extends beyond their individual schools. For an ambitious leader, this presents an extraordinary opportunity to work with dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and eager to push the boundaries of what primary education can achieve.
ABOUT TOGETHER LEARNING TRUST
Together Learning Trust is a thriving, high performing trust that is highly regarded within the region and beyond, sitting securely in the top 10% most improved Trusts nationally. We are proud to lead a group of nine schools, presently three secondary, five primary and one special school inspiring over 5700 young people and 750 staff in Calderdale and Kirklees. Big enough to offer stability and quality central services whilst small enough to make sure school leaders feel like valued partners.
We are driven by a shared commitment to providing magical learning experiences for all our children and a belief that all of them can achieve great things.
We cherish our staff, support their wellbeing and enable them to flourish. Being part of Together Learning Trust feels special due to the unique nature of the schools and the opportunities it brings for staff, students and communities to collaborate. For everyone involved in our Trust our mission is simple. To Grow, Excel, and Learn Together.
“Working for such a forward-thinking trust has been really beneficial for me personally as I have been able to collaborate with directors and staff to gain knowledge and tap into their expertise. Working with such creative, professional and dynamic staff from other schools in the trust has helped make my job much more enjoyable and manageable, whilst reducing workload.”
ABOUT the role
Executive Director of Primary Education
Salary: L26-30
We are seeking a dynamic, decisive, action orientated and inspirational leader to join us and work with our exceptional team at this pivotal time in our development. Together Learning Trust is a thriving, high performing trust that is highly regarded within the region and beyond, sitting securely in the top 10% most improved Trusts nationally. We are proud to lead a group of nine schools, presently three secondary, five primary and one special school inspiring over 5700 young people and 750 staff in Calderdale and Kirklees.
While our primary schools are performing above national standards, we need and want to do even better. We are looking for a leader who can develop systems and people to ensure these exceptional outcomes are consistent, scalable, and sustainable.
This is a phenomenal opportunity for you to work alongside friendly, dedicated and talented leaders. Can you bring a level of credibility that inspires confidence with other Primary leaders, because we are ready to grow and would want you to be a key part of leading and shaping that journey?
If you have a clear vision for school improvement and track record of success we would love a conversation with you.
What we are looking for:
The Executive Director of Primary Education will:
Ensure Outstanding Outcomes: Initiate and drive excellence, ensuring that all children in our primary schools receive the best possible opportunities to thrive.
Develop Our Reputation: Enhance and grow the Trust’s reputation, building sustainable, high-performing professional partnerships internally and externally that lead to expansion and continued success.
Work with the Executive Team: Collaborate closely with the wider leadership team to ensure outstanding performance across the Trust that fosters a culture of confidence, competence, and character.
Be a Visible Leader: Act as a visible, personable and convincing leader for staff, students, parents/carers, and the local community, inspiring confidence and trust in the direction of our primary schools.
Shape Primary School Improvement: Lead the development of an effective school improvement model that ensures high-quality teaching, learning and intervention in all areas of the curriculum.
Develop Leadership Capacity: Align the curriculum and systems to foster the professional growth of leaders, ensuring they are equipped to drive academic success and cultural cohesion.
Cultivate Character and Leadership: Work with TLT Directors to develop the character and leadership potential of both children and staff.
Inspire and Motivate Leaders: Create an environment where leaders feel valued, supported, and passionate about their work, ensuring they thrive in their roles.
CLOSING DATE: 5 February 2025
INTERVIEWS: w/c 10 february
START DATE: SEPTEMBER 2025
(or earlier)
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If Together Learning Trust sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference for our youngest learners, then we would love to speak with you. Arrange an introductory call with our CEO David Lord.
If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruitment@tlt.school.
