Director of learning: sport, creative & performing subjects

🏅 Preference will be given to applicants with a PE background or specialism.

We will interview on week commencing 20th October or sooner as we receive applications – don’t miss out apply now!

A Leadership Opportunity to Make a Lasting Impact

Do you have the drive and vision to lead a diverse faculty that celebrates sport, creativity, and performance?

Are you passionate about unlocking potential, both in students and teachers, and ready to play a key role in shaping the next exciting phase of our school’s journey?

Lordswood Boys’ School is seeking an inspiring and ambitious Director of Learning: Sport, Creative & Performing Subjects to join our growing leadership team.

If you have the passion to lead exceptional teaching, nurture creativity, and empower others to deliver world-class learning experiences, this could be the most significant career move you ever make.

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Why Lordswood Boys’ School?

✅ A school on the rise – Ofsted Good (February 2022) with continued improvement in outcomes and culture

✅ Brand-new facilities – a modern school building opened in March 2020, including outstanding sports and performance spaces

✅ A thriving faculty – encompassing PE, Sport, Creative Arts, and Performing Arts led by talented, passionate staff

✅ Empowered leadership – the autonomy to shape curriculum vision and drive professional development across disciplines

✅ Collaborative, ambitious culture – work with a leadership team united in driving high equity, excellence, and opportunity for every learner

✅ Professional growth across the Central Academies Trust – access to cross-school leadership development and future career progression

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Your Role – What You’ll Be Doing

As Director of Learning (SCP), you will:

•Lead, inspire, and develop the faculty teams across Sport, Creative, and Performing Subjects

•Design and deliver a vibrant, inclusive, and ambitious curriculum that challenges and engages all learners

•Coach and motivate colleagues to deliver excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes

•Contribute strategically to whole-school improvement, supporting leadership initiatives and driving innovation

•Maintain effective data and assessment systems to monitor progress and raise achievement

•Champion creativity, performance, and physical education as vital components of a well-rounded education

This role includes a teaching allocation of 15 hours per week, ensuring you remain deeply connected to classroom practice while leading the wider faculty to success.

You will work closely with the Assistant Principal to enhance standards, broaden opportunity, and shape a curriculum that inspires every learner to achieve their personal best.

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Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an experienced and visionary educator who:

✅ Holds QTS and a relevant degree-level qualification

✅ Is an outstanding classroom practitioner within Sport, Creative or Performing Arts

✅ Has a proven track record of improving standards and raising outcomes

✅ Brings creativity, innovation, and ambition to every aspect of teaching and leadership

✅ Can coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective goals

✅ Is a strong communicator and collaborator, able to inspire both students and staff

✅ Thrives on challenge and wants to make a tangible difference in a fast-improving school

Whether you’re an experienced middle leader ready for the next step or a current faculty leader seeking a broader challenge, this is a rare opportunity to shape a faculty that celebrates imagination, skill, and excellence.

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About Lordswood Boys’ School and the Central Academies Trust

Part of the Central Academies Trust (CAT), Lordswood Boys’ School is a rapidly growing school with a clear moral purpose, to transform the life chances of the young men we serve.

Under the leadership of our CEO/Executive Headteacher, Mr Lee Williams, CAT brings together industry experts, and higher education partners across the Midlands.

e are passionate about developing and promoting our own staff, offering opportunities to lead, innovate, and shape the future of education.

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Our Commitment to Safeguarding & Inclusion

Lordswood Boys’ School is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment, and promoting student welfare of all pupils.

We are equally dedicated to diversity and equality, ensuring every member of our team feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Successful candidates will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and must provide two references, including their most recent employer.

Salary is negotiable for the right candidate.

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📅 Apply Today – Don’t Miss Out

Deadline: Friday 17th October 2025 (9am)

Contact: 📧 Rajdip Kaur Kang (Headteacher) – r.kang@lordswoodboys.co.uk

📞 0121 464 2837

Join us. Inspire through SCP. Shape futures. Lead with purpose.

Become part of something transformational at Lordswood Boys’ School.