Head of PSHE at Chantry Academy

This vacancy is only available to internal candidates who are currently employed at The Active Learning Trust Limited. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed at this organisation as your application will not be considered.

New

Internal Applicants ONLY

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/CA/18578

Location

Mallard Way, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 9LR

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£3,527.00 - £8,611.00 Annually (FTE)
TLR 2 £3,527 - £8,611

Closing Date

Midday, Fri 5th Jun, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

To be confirmed

Interview Date(s) To be confirmed

About this Role

* THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSITION FOR THE ACTIVE LEARNING TRUST EMPLOYEES ONLY

We are looking for a Head of PSHE to lead and develop a high-quality, inclusive programme at Chantry Academy in Ipswich, ensuring that all students are supported to grow academically, socially and personally. This role brings together curriculum leadership, team development and a strong moral purpose, with a focus on raising standards, promoting wellbeing and embedding values that prepare students for life beyond school. Working closely with colleagues and the wider community, the postholder will champion the importance of PSHE, model excellent practice and build a culture where every student feels safe, understood and able to succeed.

Summary of Key Responsibilities

Lead the strategic development of PSHE, establishing a clear vision, policies and improvement plans aligned with whole-school priorities
Oversee a well-sequenced curriculum and assessment approach, ensuring consistent, high-quality teaching and strong student outcomes
Monitor and evaluate the impact of teaching through lesson visits, work scrutiny and student feedback, using findings to drive improvement
Lead, support and develop staff, including coaching, CPD and performance management
Promote students’ personal development, wellbeing and safeguarding, ensuring the curriculum meets the needs of all learners

Contact
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Karis Lambert, HR Manager, at: KLambert@chantryacademy.org

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.