Student Support Role - Lead Learning Manager

Outwood; Wigan; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Wigan is seeking a Lead Learning Manager to oversee a team and ensure student welfare and academic progress. This role includes strategic and operational management of safeguarding practices, support for families, and development of a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in education, a strong understanding of safeguarding, and a commitment to student success. This permanent position requires dedication to enhancing educational practices and student wellbeing, offering competitive pay and significant CPD opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational leadership role.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Learning Managers.
• Oversee safeguarding training and procedures.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for families.
• Promote positive behavior and attitude among students.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding expertise

Communication

Team management

Behavior management

Job description

£33,141.11 - £36,353.82 (Actual Salary)

Grade 10, SCP 26-29

37 hrs per week - Monday to Friday, Term Time plus 10 days.

Permanent

Start Date - As soon As Possible

Outwood Academy Hindley are looking to appoint a Lead Learning Manager. This role includes managing our team of 5 Learning Managers who each look after the pastoral and academic progress of a year group in school. The Lead Learning Manager will communicate clear purpose and vision to ensure students have the support they require to maximise their attainment. They will also take a strategic and operational lead for the welfare and safeguarding of our children and young people.

The role of Lead Learning Manager is a key one in the academy and the successful applicant will take a strategic and operational role in ensuring that positive behaviour and attitude is promoted across the academy and that students are following our Positive Behaviour for Learning and Life policy. They will also ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and pupil welfare. Working under the guidance of the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, the Lead Learning Manager will act as a trusted point of contact for families, coordinate multi‑agency support, and contribute to a strong culture of safeguarding, attendance and inclusion across the school.

The successful candidate will act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring that safeguarding training remains current and effective across the academy. They will work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead to manage safeguarding concerns and referrals, including referring cases of suspected abuse or neglect to children’s social care and supporting staff throughout the referral process. Where appropriate, they will make referrals to Channel, the Disclosure and Barring Service or the police, and will attend and contribute to multi‑agency meetings and strategy discussions. The role also requires the maintenance of detailed, accurate and secure safeguarding records in line with academy policy and statutory guidance.

The Lead Learning Manager will also ensure that there are strong safeguarding procedures in place for vulnerable students accessing Alternative Provision with other providers. We seek applications from outstanding applicants with integrity, imagination and energy for this rewarding role.

As Principal of Outwood Academy Hindley, I am excited to advertise this role in our Academy which was judged to be ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted. The report recognised our ‘culture of care’ and the welcoming environment that you would be joining if you were a member of staff here. There was also recognition of the ‘strong emphasis on staff development’. If you are passionate about education and improving your practice, you are guaranteed to be given excellent CPD opportunities.

The working pattern for this role is Monday to Thursday, 8:00am until 4:00pm and Fridays 8:00am until 3:30pm.

We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success, a positive climate for learning, and increased student attainment, achievement and social and emotional development.

Closing date: 12 January 2026 - 12pm

Interview date: 15 January 2026

To apply, please visit: www.outwood.com > Careers.

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We reserve the right to close advertisements early. Advertisements will therefore close at 12 noon, either on the advertised closing date, or the day the decision has been taken to close the advertisement early.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role please contact Matthew Haughton at [e-mail].