Pathway Lead

InFocus Charity; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks’ annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Paid medical appointments

Enhanced maternity pay

Long service awards

Comprehensive training and development

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Job summary

InFocus Charity in Exeter is seeking QTS-qualified teachers to lead an aspirational, multi-sensory curriculum and empower students to reach their full potential.

You will lead curriculum development, drive student progress, inspire and develop staff, and deliver engaging teaching as part of the Senior Leadership Team. This fixed-term maternity cover offers leadership development and progression toward senior leadership.

Qualifications

• QTS-qualified teachers required.
• Ability to lead curriculum development and staff development.
• Ambition to work in senior leadership roles is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and monitor student progress.
• Support Senior Leadership Team in delivering high-quality teaching.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare policies and staff development.

Skills

QTS-qualified

Curriculum development

Staff development

Teaching

Leadership

Job description

Salary: £42,097.01 –£47,826.99 (Pro Rata Salary £31,857.20-£36193.40)
Hours: 28 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Duration: Fixed term until end of May 2027
Location: Exeter
Closing Date: 20/10/2026

About the role

We’re seeking QTS-qualified teachers to lead an exciting, aspirational and multi-sensory curriculum that empowers our students to reach their full potential.

You’ll lead curriculum development, drive student progress, inspire and develop staff, and deliver engaging teaching. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you’ll help shape high-quality provision and make a lasting difference to students’ lives.

This fixed-term maternity cover is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious teacher looking to develop their leadership experience and take the next step towards senior leadership.

Interviews will be held on Friday 23rd October

Working Pattern

Monday and Tuesday 8.45-4.30

Thursday 8.45-15.00

How we say thank you

• Six weeks’ annual leave plus eight bank holidays (pro rata for part-time hours)
• Occupational sick pay scheme from day one
• Paid medical appointments
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Long service awards
• Comprehensive training and development
• Access to discounted shopping
• Free on-site parking
• 24-hour employee assistance programme
• Death in service life assurance and group accident cover
• Free flu vaccinations
• Cycle to work scheme
• Contributory pension scheme for eligible staff

Equality, diversity and safeguarding

We are a disability friendly employer and actively encourage candidates with a disability to apply. If you need support with completing your application form, pleasecontact our HR team

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are conditional to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check (DBS), satisfactory medical check, references and evidence the right to work in the UK.

Staff have a responsibility to inform InFocus of any conviction or prosecution that occurs whilst employed.

It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and adults at risk.

Please note this role does not meet the requirements for UK sponsorship