Independent Learning Centre Manager

King James's School; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 27,929 - 28,686; Full time

Job summary

King James’s School in Huddersfield is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Independent Learning Centre (ILC) Manager to lead the ILC and create an environment that promotes independent study, supports GCSE results, and boosts reading engagement among pupils.

The role runs 8:30 to 4:00, Monday to Friday, with term-time plus one-week pay structure; the successful candidate will work closely with staff and students, and be committed to safeguarding and high standards.

Qualifications

• Highly organised with excellent communication skills.
• Regular contact with staff and students.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Independent Learning Centre to foster independent study.
• Support GCSE results and promote reading engagement among students.
• Collaborate with staff to create a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

The role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to join our team as Independent Learning Centre Manager (ILC) Manager. The successful candidate will manage the ILC, providing an environment that fosters independent study, supports GCSE results improving and promotes reading engagement among young people. The working hours for the role will be 8:30 to 4:00 Monday to Friday

Us

At King James’s School, we are ambitious for the very best outcomes for every one of our students, and we believe that education is more than just examinations and lessons. Our school focuses on providing a holistic experience that inspires curiosity, builds confidence and character in our young people and prepares them for their future by giving them strong foundations and happy memories.

We are a community-focused school built on respect, inclusion and the belief in valuing and developing people. We had a highly successful Ofsted in 2025 that highlighted we are a very good school that should now strive to be a great school, that is our ambition in all senses. This is an opportunity to be part of our school.

You

We are looking for someone who is highly organised and has excellent communication skills, who wants to be part of a friendly and fast paced team. The role will involve regular contact with other staff and students.

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated colleague to join a successful school.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We ask all applicants to provide us with two references, which will be obtained prior to any interview. We will also carry out online searches for all candidates who are shortlisted for interview as part of our due diligence. Any successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This post involves direct contact with children and is considered to be a regulated activity. This role is exempt for the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, so most criminal convictions must be disclosed to us.

Salary

This post is paid at Grade 8, spinal column points 19-22. You will be paid for 45.3 week per year, which is the equivalent of term time plus one week. The starting salary is £27,929 increasing to £28,686

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tracey Brook, PA to the Principal, on 01484 412990 or email her ([e-mail]).