Are you passionate about Initial Teacher Training? Do you have experience of working with trainees? Do you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, enjoy working as part of a team, and enjoy supporting and developing the next generation of teachers? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Inspiring Future Teachers (IFT) is seeking an experienced teacher, with knowledge of Initial Teacher Training (ITT) to lead the HISP Teacher Training Hub, as part of Inspiring Future Teachers. You'll play a vital role in leading the ongoing review and development of the HISP Teacher Training Hub, leading and working as part of a team to ensure the smooth running of the day-to-day operational activities and delivery of the training programme. You will work as part of Inspiring Future Teachers to ensure high-quality programme delivery and compliance, in line with the DfE ITT Criteria. Your knowledge and support will provide valuable insights and guidance to a team of expert colleagues working alongside you as part of HISP Teacher Training, including Mentors and Professional Tutors within partnership schools.

About the role:

• To lead in the delivery and quality assurance of the IFT curriculum.
• To work with trainees, mentors and assessors in leading the arrangements for assessment and moderation of trainees within hub area.
• Quality assurance of the delivery of the curriculum at Hub level, ensuring fidelity to the IFT curriculum and undertake self-evaluation and development planning at Hub level, to support and inform IFT evaluation and action plans.
• Quality assurance of the provision of mentoring and provide termly face-to-face networking and training to support local context, to ensure standards of practice remain high.
• Track and monitor the progress of trainees within the IFT programme to secure positive outcomes for trainees.
• To work alongside the Inspiring Future Teachers Leadership Team to promote the IFT offer through local partnerships and attendance at local marketing events.
• To organisation and evaluate ITT recruitment events within Hub area.
• To manage the selection and interview process in compliance with the DfE ITT Criteria and IFT Recruitment Policy and Process.
• To contribute to the annual review the IFT curriculum, assessment criteria, policy and frameworks.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced teacher with knowledge of Initial Teacher Training (ITT)
• Holds Qualified Teacher Status
• Experience with teaching the secondary phase
• An eye for detail and drive for excellence
• A creative, organised, and proactive professional who remains calm under pressure
• A commitment to safeguarding

Why Join Us?

• Work as part of a dynamic team 
• Eligibility to join the Teachers Pension Scheme
• Enjoy flexibility in working hours and opportunities for personal growth
• Access to professional development

Job Description

Person Specification

About HISP Multi-Academy Trust:

Inspiring Future Teachers is part of HISP Multi-Academy Trust, a forward-thinking and evidence-driven organisation. We believe in building excellent educational environments that inspire and unlock potential in all our school communities.  We currently have multiple schools within our Trust covering the age ranges from nursery to 18 with plans to expand and grow quickly across our geographical location.

Whilst we are currently a small Trust, we are ambitious and have a broad range of outward-facing accreditations that support our schools and those within our local area.   Evidence-informed practice underpins our ethos, professional development and school improvement.  We have an outstanding provision for training new teachers through our Inspiring Future Teachers Partnership. We have been designated, by the DfE, with two Teaching School Hubs covering Portsmouth, Southampton, the Isle of Wight and the Southeastern and Southwestern parts of Hampshire.  The core purpose behind the Teaching School Hubs is to become centres of excellence for teaching and leadership training and development.

How to Apply:

To apply, please download a Teachers Application Form from the link below. Completed application forms should be sent to hr@hispmat.org.

Proposed interview date(s): week beginning 5th May 2025

Proposed start date for role: 1st September 2025

Please note:

• CVs will not be accepted

• Applications from agencies will not be considered

• For informal enquiries, please email us at hr@hispmat.org. 

Safeguarding and Equality:

The HISP Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are also committed to providing equality of opportunity at all stages of the recruitment and selection process and ensuring that candidates are treated fairly and lawfully throughout the process.

Join Inspiring Future Teachers and make a difference in a thriving and supportive environment.