Learning Manager​/St James Academy

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for learner wellbeing and achievement? St James Academy is seeking a Learning Manager to support and guide our learners both academically and personally. You will work closely with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure learners stay engaged, make progress, and overcome barriers to learning.

This is a key pastoral role requiring strong communication, organisation, and empathy. If you are committed to creating a positive, inclusive school environment where every learner can thrive, we want you on our team. Join us and help shape confident, resilient young people.
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“St James is an inclusive and welcoming school. Pupils are courteous and polite.” – Ofsted 2024

St James Academy is a good school (Ofsted 2024) with high expectations for everyone. We are determined to become a centre of excellence for young people in central Dudley, improving life chances for all.

Since joining the Trust, St James has become the most improved school in the Borough for GCSE grades and for passing Maths and English at Grade 5 or above. The proportion of learners achieving Grade 5 or higher in both English and Mathematics has doubled!

Many departments have achieved 100% GCSE pass rates, and our goal is to extend this success across all areas as quickly as possible.

We believe in ensuring the success of our learners through outstanding teaching, positive behaviour, and embracing each individual's talents.

We foster a strong caring ethos that provides high levels of support, creating an atmosphere of mutual respect. Our learners are encouraged to broaden their interests through a variety of extracurricular activities, sports, and enrichment programs.

Our Trust values our staff highly and prioritizes their development. We offer extensive training and professional growth opportunities for all staff levels, including aspiring leaders and teaching staff.

You will be joining St James at an exciting time as we continue our journey to provide first-class education for the young people of Dudley.

Closing date: Sunday 1st June 2025. We may close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date.

All successful applicants will need to undergo an enhanced disclosure and barring service check, including children and adults barred list checks, as part of employment in a regulated activity.

Dudley Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including disabled and BAME candidates.