Lead Practitioner – Early Careers Development

Lead Practitioner Early Career Development

Location: Kingsway Park High School, Turf Hill Road, Rochdale, OL16 4XA

Salary: Lead Practitioner Scale LP1 LP6 (£52,026 - £58,857)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: As per notice period

We are seeking an ambitious, inspiring and forward-thinking Lead Practitioner of Early Career Development to provide strategic leadership and expert guidance to support the development of early career and trainee teachers across the school. The role focuses on improving the quality of teaching through high-quality mentoring, coaching, and professional development aligned to the Early Career Framework (ECF) and Initial Teacher Training (ITT) requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out teaching responsibilities in line with the professional duties of a teacher, modelling consistently high-quality classroom practice
• Demonstrate exemplary teaching and professional practice to support the development of Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and trainee teachers
• To Ensure all statutory requirements of induction for early career teachers are fulfilled
• Design and develop high-quality teaching resources and exemplification materials to support early career practice
• Plan and deliver a structured programme of professional development aligned to the Early Career Framework (ECF) and Initial Teacher Training (ITT) requirements
• Contribute to whole-school improvement, enrichment and leadership initiatives
• Play an active role in the wider life of the school community

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a passionate and resilient leader who can motivate others and secure strong outcomes for all learners.

• Qualified teacher (QTS/QTLS)
• Experience leading or developing others and improving teaching and learning
• Skilled in using assessment and data to inform improvement strategies
• Committed to inclusion, high expectations and removing barriers to success
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organisational skills
• Eager to contribute to the wider life and values of the school

What we offer

At Kingsway Park High School and Altus Education Partnership, we invest heavily in our people and provide a supportive environment where staff can develop and thrive.

In return, we offer:

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• High-quality CPD and leadership development opportunities
• A strong coaching and collaborative culture
• Opportunities to lead whole-school initiatives and make strategic impact
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing and counselling support)
• Modern facilities and a welcoming, values-driven school community

How to apply

Please apply via My New Term through our website: Our Vacancies - Altus Education Partnership

Closing date: Thursday 14^th May 2026 (Midday)
Interviews: Tuesday 19^th May 2026

Altus EDUCATION Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.