Director of EBacc at Carlton Keighley
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Job Reference # EDV/2026/CK/14404
Location Green Head Road, Utley, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 6EB
Contract Type Permanent
Contract Term Full-Time
Salary £60,619.00 - £66,956.00
Leadership Scale 6 to 10
Closing Date 10:00am, Fri 9th Oct, 2026
Start Date January 2027
Positions Available 1
About this Role
'CAT employs rolling recruitment methodologies, with shortlisting and interviews for some roles taking place as and when applications are received. This may mean that some roles are recruited to before the closing date, we therefore advise that applications are made without undue delay'.
Who We Are
Carlton Academy Trust is a dynamic, values-driven multi-academy trust based in West Yorkshire. Established in 2019, with schools across Bradford and Leeds. Recognised as a World Class Trust by the World Class Schools Quality Mark, we are united by a clear vision: "Excellence for All".
Why Join Us?
At Carlton Academy Trust, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster an open, collaborative culture where every member of staff is empowered to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. We invest in professional growth, provide clear career pathways, and celebrate success at every level.
What makes us stand out:
Employee wellbeing is extremely important to us, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive employee benefits package through the 'Carlton Cares' programme, designed to support physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Full details can be found at:
Employee Benefits - Carlton Academy Trust
We are looking for:
We are looking for an inspiring and ambitious Geography specialist to join our team as Director of EBacc. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator with a proven track record of raising standards and improving outcomes to lead our EBacc Faculty. While the role is ideally suited to a Geography specialist, we also welcome applications from exceptional History specialists with the vision and leadership experience to drive excellence across the faculty.
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across the faculty, driving excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum development while fostering a culture of high expectations, accountability and continuous improvement. They will lead and support colleagues to deliver an ambitious and engaging curriculum, use assessment and performance data to secure outstanding student progress, and play a key role in the wider leadership and strategic development of the school.
The ideal candidate will be a highly effective leader with strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to educational excellence and a passion for ensuring all students achieve their full potential. They will have specialist expertise in Geography or History and the ability to inspire both students and colleagues while promoting excellence across all EBacc subjects.
If you share our ambition, we would love to hear from you. Join us on our journey to deliver exceptional education and achieve our vision of 'Excellence for All'.
The Trust has adopted the principles of Safer Recruitment and will safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to do the same. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and subscribe to the DBS update service.
Carlton Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
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Director of EBacc employer: Carlton Academy Trust
Carlton Academy Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development and employee growth. Located in the vibrant community of West Yorkshire, we provide our Finance Officers with meaningful opportunities to contribute to educational excellence while enjoying a supportive environment that values innovation and integrity.
