Lead Practitioner Raising Standards

THE WHITE HORSE FEDERATION; Melksham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Menopause Support Network

Discounts on holidays, clothing and so

Blue Light Card Discount

Eye Care Vouchers

Job summary

The White Horse Federation seeks an ambitious Lead Practitioner to raise standards in English, Mathematics or Science at Melksham Oak Community School. You will drive curriculum implementation, assessment practice and targeted catch‑up provision to secure improved attainment.

Working with SLT and Curriculum Leader, you will use data to identify pupils at risk, lead evidence‑informed strategies and deliver high‑impact interventions including small‑group and one‑to‑one tuition, exam preparation

Qualifications

• Experience in leading school operations or professional services leadership.
• Strong knowledge of compliance, health & safety, facilities, finance or administrative functions.
• Excellent organisational, planning and project management skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships and work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proactive, solution-focused approach and confidence to lead change and drive improvement.
• Commitment to a culture of high expectations, inclusion and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum implementation and ensure effective assessment practices.
• Use data to identify pupils at risk of underachievement and implement targeted strategies.
• Deliver high‑impact intervention including small‑group, 1:1 tuition, exam preparation and before/after‑school provision.
• Model strong classroom practice and support colleagues through collaboration and professional learning.
• Contribute to the school's ambition for sustained improvement in attainment, progress and achievement.

Skills

Operations leadership

Compliance

Project management

Stakeholder relationships

Change leadership

Inclusion & excellence culture

Job description

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and highly effective teacher to join Melksham Oak Community School as a Lead Practitioner Raising Standards in English, Mathematics or Science. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong practitioner with the expertise, credibility and determination to improve outcomes for pupils across a key subject area. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Curriculum Leader, the successful candidate will play a central role in securing excellent curriculum implementation, effective assessment practice and targeted catch‑up and keep‑up provision. They will use data intelligently to identify pupils at risk of underachievement, lead evidence‑informed strategies to raise standards, and personally deliver high‑impact intervention including small‑group support, one‑to‑one tuition, examination preparation and before- or after‑school provision. This role would suit a teacher who combines excellent subject knowledge with a clear commitment to inclusion, high expectations and measurable improvement. You will model strong classroom practice, support colleagues through collaboration and professional learning, and contribute directly to the school's ambition for sustained improvement in attainment, progress and achievement. We are particularly interested in candidates who are motivated by the opportunity to remove barriers to success for pupils, strengthen subject outcomes, and contribute to a culture of academic excellence. The post is available in English, Mathematics or Science. All About You You will be a highly organised and proactive operational leader with experience of managing a range of business and support functions within a complex organisation. With excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, you will be confident working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, acting as a trusted link between school teams and central services. You will bring strong organisational and problem‑solving abilities, enabling you to manage competing priorities, drive continuous improvement and ensure that high standards of compliance and service delivery are maintained. You will be comfortable leading teams, influencing others and embedding efficient processes that support the smooth running of the school. Most importantly, you will share our commitment to providing the very best environment for students and staff, recognising that outstanding operational support plays a vital role in delivering exceptional educational outcomes. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates who have:

• Experience in operations, business management or professional services leadership
• Strong knowledge of compliance, health and safety, facilities, finance or administrative functions
• Excellent organisational, planning and project management skills
• The ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
• A proactive, solution‑focused approach and the confidence to lead change and drive improvement
• A commitment to supporting a culture of high expectations, inclusion and excellence

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious professional to make a real impact within a successful and growing school community.

Why Work for Us?

You’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive community where both staff and students are encouraged to thrive. Here’s what makes us a great place to work:

• A warm, inclusive culture built on strong values, mutual respect and a genuine commitment to staff and student wellbeing
• Dedicated and passionate colleagues who work collaboratively to help every young person achieve their potential
• Positive, motivated students who are eager to learn and engage in school life
• A supportive leadership team that values and invests in its staff
• Excellent professional development opportunities through The White Horse Federation, providing access to high‑quality training, shared expertise and a strong network of schools

Join us and be part of a team making a real difference to the lives of young people every day.

In addition, our employees reap the rewards of a competitive benefits package, including:

Wellbeing and Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Menopause Support Network
• Discounts on holidays, clothing and much more
• Discounts for Teachers
• Blue Light Card Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers

Development

• Access to up‑date safeguarding and child protection training
• Ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation
• Comprehensive CPD Programme
• Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential

Pension and Leave

• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Employer contributions above national standards
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• An additional White Horse concessionary day’s leave each year