Curriculum Lead in PE - Maternity Cover

At St. Thomas a Becket we are proud to be a Catholic school for our whole community and want to offer each young person, whatever their background and starting point, the chance to grow and flourish spiritually, academically, physically and emotionally.

In our most recent Ofsted report (2023) where the school was rated 'Good' in all areas, a student is quoted as saying 'at this school all students are loved', which succinctly sums up the spirit, ethos and culture of St. Thomas a Beckets. As those who are truly loved and appreciated as individuals will always thrive to explore their unlimited potential, pupils and staff alike.

The school proud to provide excellent educational experience that saw us achieve some of the best outcomes in Wakefield in 2023. The P8 score achieved by St Thomas a Becket for the 2022-2023 was the highest ever recorded score for the school, and higher than the local authority average and the national average.

We are more than a school striving for academic excellence, we are a school that is creating young people who are spiritually, socially and academically ready for life beyond school in the spirit of kindness, tolerance and respect for all members of our school community.

An appointment as a Teacher of PE (Curriculum Lead) at St Thomas a Becket is an opportunity to join a highly successful team of talented, committed staff, enthusiastic, friendly pupils and a community of supportive families and a highly dedicated Trust.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a role in one of our crucial subjects and plan and deliver high-quality lessons for students whilst being responsive to ensure their needs are continually met.

In particular, the post holder will:

• Provide professional leadership and management to the Department in order to secure high quality teaching, effective use of resources and improved standards of learning and achievement for all students.


• Provide subject leadership.


• To provide guidance, support and quality assurance within the department.


In exchange, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Being part of a small Catholic school where the underlying values of kindness, love and respect are integral in everything we do and pastoral support is prioritised


• A comprehensive CPD programme focusing on the needs of staff and the school


• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from across the Trust ensuring best practice, continuous improvement and networking opportunities


• Staff voice being used to shape school improvement and drive changes where necessary


• An on-site professional cycle track and well-equipped gym available for staff use


We believe that our success derives from our inclusive, pupil-centred focus; our commitment to the continuous review of curriculum and pedagogy; our focus on CPD; and a strong belief in the need to work within a set of Catholic values which underpins all that we do.

Please read our recruitment pack for more insights into our wonderful school. If you would like to arrange an informal conversation or visit to the school, please contact Shelley Lodge (Heads PA) to arrange a suitable time slodge@beckets.bkcat.uk

At St. Thomas a Becket we are proud to be a Catholic school for our whole community and want to offer each young person, whatever their background and starting point, the chance to grow and flourish spiritually, academically, physically and emotionally.

In our most recent Ofsted report (2023) where the school was rated 'Good' in all areas, a student is quoted as saying 'at this school all students are loved', which succinctly sums up the spirit, ethos and culture of St. Thomas a Beckets. As those who are truly loved and appreciated as individuals will always thrive to explore their unlimited potential, pupils and staff alike.

The school proud to provide excellent educational experience that saw us achieve some of the best outcomes in Wakefield in 2023. The P8 score achieved by St Thomas a Becket for the 2022-2023 was the highest ever recorded score for the school, and higher than the local authority average and the national average.

We are more than a school striving for academic excellence, we are a school that is creating young people who are spiritually, socially and academically ready for life beyond school in the spirit of kindness, tolerance and respect for all members of our school community.

An appointment as a Teacher of PE (Curriculum Lead) at St Thomas a Becket is an opportunity to join a highly successful team of talented, committed staff, enthusiastic, friendly pupils and a community of supportive families and a highly dedicated Trust.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a role in one of our crucial subjects and plan and deliver high-quality lessons for students whilst being responsive to ensure their needs are continually met.

In particular, the post holder will:

• Provide professional leadership and management to the Department in order to secure high quality teaching, effective use of resources and improved standards of learning and achievement for all students.


• Provide subject leadership.


• To provide guidance, support and quality assurance within the department.


In exchange, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Being part of a small Catholic school where the underlying values of kindness, love and respect are integral in everything we do and pastoral support is prioritised


• A comprehensive CPD programme focusing on the needs of staff and the school


• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from across the Trust ensuring best practice, continuous improvement and networking opportunities


• Staff voice being used to shape school improvement and drive changes where necessary


• An on-site professional cycle track and well-equipped gym available for staff use


We believe that our success derives from our inclusive, pupil-centred focus; our commitment to the continuous review of curriculum and pedagogy; our focus on CPD; and a strong belief in the need to work within a set of Catholic values which underpins all that we do.