Job Reference #
EDV/2026/DFA/46112
Location
St Mary's Drive, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0LL
Contract Type
Permanent
Contract Term
Full-Time
Salary
£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)
TLR 1.2, £12,515
Closing Date
9:00am, Tue 14th Apr, 2026
Start Date
September 2026
Positions Available
1
Positions Available 1
Interview Date(s)
Monday 20th April
Interview Date(s) Monday 20th April
About This Role
We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven Director of Learning for Ethics to join our team. If you have a love for Ethics that’s both infectious and inspiring, paired with deep subject knowledge, we want to hear from you.
The successful candidate will be a passionate teacher with expertise in Politics at Key Stage 5 and the leadership skills to head a diverse Ethics faculty, including Religious Studies, Citizenship and PSHE/RSE. You will provide clear direction and support colleagues to deliver engaging lessons that help all students achieve their best.
You will also lead PSHE/RSE across the academy through the Active Tutor and assembly programme, working with the Assistant Principal for Personal Development to ensure statutory RSE guidance is met. You will be responsible for managing faculty resources, developing staff, monitoring student progress, and ensuring consistently high standards across all subjects.
As leader of our dedicated Ethics department, you will enjoy outstanding support and professional development opportunities within both our academy and the wider Trust. This is your chance to thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise will help shape a curriculum that’s both innovative and research-driven.
Our vision is to ensure that every child in our care has the opportunity to excel, regardless of their background or ability. At de Ferrers, we live by the values of working hard, being kind, and choosing wisely. We take pride in positively shaping the lives and futures of our students each day.
If you are passionate about education, committed to student success, and excited about creating meaningful opportunities for young people, this role is your chance to make a lasting impact.
Join us in shaping bright futures and inspiring the next generation. Together, we can make a difference!
32.5 hours per week, 52.143 working weeks per year.
Why Work for Affinity?
At Affinity, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work, a workplace where everyone belongs, progresses, and thrives. We recognise that our colleagues are our greatest asset, and we are committed to ensuring they feel valued, supported, and empowered.
As a Trust, we are privileged to employ inspirational people who make a positive difference every day. In return, we continually strengthen our offer of a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious working environment, one that promotes mental and physical wellbeing, builds confidence, and fosters pride across our organisation.
Our People Strategy Is Built Around Three Core Pillars
Belongs - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, champions equality, and ensures all staff feel respected, valued, and genuinely part of our community.
Progresses - Staff Development and CPD Our Professional Growth Model empowers colleagues to take ownership of their development. Our strong investment in CPD sets us apart and ensures every colleague has the opportunity to grow and succeed.
Thrives - Wellbeing We know that mental and physical wellbeing are essential to feeling supported and performing well. That’s why we place strong emphasis on creating an environment where colleagues feel healthy, valued, and able to thrive.
What are the Benefits of Joining Affinity?
* Investment in your professional development and CPD through our Professional Growth Model
* Removal of performance‑related pay
* A commitment to dignity and respect in the workplace
* Opportunities for collaborative working through leadership and staff networks
* A Trust‑wide approach to reducing workload
* Wellbeing initiatives supported by our Wellbeing Champion Network
In addition to these core benefits, we also provide an excellent wider package that includes:
* Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support services
* Access to Benenden Health’s self‑pay private healthcare service
* Discounted gym membership with Everyone Active
* Cycle to Work scheme
* BHSF health cash plan
* Eye care vouchers
* Flu vaccination vouchers
Additional Information
Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.
Please note: Completed applications should be received by 09:00am of the closing date. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.
We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
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