Wider Curriculum Lead

JR United Kingdom; Princes Risborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational organization is seeking a Wider Curriculum Lead to join its new school in Buckinghamshire. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering educational setting, focusing on high standards of teaching and learning for students aged 11-18. The position includes leading collaborative curriculum initiatives and supporting students' educational journeys. Competitive salary up to £30,000 and benefits included.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• Experience in educational leadership is preferred.
• Ability to manage and develop staff.
• Strong background in teaching diverse age groups.

Responsibilities

• Support the leadership and management of the school.
• Establish high-quality education with the senior team.
• Teach pupils across ages 11-18.

Skills

High expectations

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

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Wider Curriculum Lead, Princes Risborough

Client: Outcomes First Group

Location: Princes Risborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.08.2025

Expiry Date:

20.09.2025

Job Description:

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Become a Wider Curriculum Lead at our new school Red Kite School in Buckinghamshire and start working towards your career goals.

• Location: Red Kite School, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW
• Salary: Up to £30,000 depending on experience (not pro-rata)
• Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 8am - 4pm
• Type: Permanent, Term Time Only

Red Kite is a new independent special educational needs school catering for up to 60 pupils with social and emotional health needs, based in Princes Risborough. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new setting and make a difference in education.

We are proud to be recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for five consecutive years.

As part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in setting innovative approaches that deliver measurable outcomes for our pupils and young people.

The Opportunity

The core purpose of this role is to support the leadership and management of the school, establishing high-quality education and working with the senior team to manage teaching and learning, using personalized learning to realize all students' potential.

You will teach pupils across ages 11-18, ensuring high standards of achievement, personal development, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

1. Shaping the Future

• Work with the Deputy Headteacher to create a shared vision and strategic plan that motivates students, staff, and the community.

2. Leading Learning and Teaching

• Enhance the quality of teaching and learning and student achievement by setting high expectations and evaluating outcomes.

3. Developing Self and Working with Others

• Build effective relationships and communication within the school community. Support staff development and your own professional growth.

4. Securing Accountability

• Assist the head teacher in ensuring high-quality education, engaging with the wider community, and safeguarding.

5. Teaching and Learning

• Promote the school’s aims and contribute to policy development.

We foster teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working in a dedicated team, apply via our safeguarding-compliant form.

Benefits include:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wellbeing support services and health checks

Additional benefits through our Flexible Benefits Platform include health, wellbeing, insurance benefits, discounts, cycle schemes, electric car purchase, critical illness cover, and family support programs.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will undergo social media checks and DBS clearance.

Note: We may close the vacancy early if we receive many applications. The role offers an 80% work hours for 100% pay under the 4DWW trial, subject to probation and not a contractual benefit.

Outcomes First Group is dedicated to a fair recruitment process aligned with safeguarding standards. We do not accept liability for delays or costs incurred during the process.