Excellence in Teaching Lead

Salary:58691 - 63232 per annum

Hours per week:37hours

Interview date:w/c 25th May 2026

We are looking for an exceptional educational professional who is passionate about improving teaching and learning and thrives on working collaboratively with schools to drive positive change. If you are motivated by closing gaps for disadvantaged learners and inspiring teachers to deliver their best this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact across Wiltshire.

As part of our School Effectiveness service you will join a committed team focused on raising standards strengtheningleadershipand improving outcomes for all pupils. You will work with a wide range of schools accessevidenceinformedpractice contribute to countywide initiatives and benefit from professional developmentnew technologyand systemwide collaboration within an ambitious local authority.

Your daily work will centre on modelling and developing highquality inclusive teaching coaching schoolleadersand teachers delivering impactful CPD and supporting schools to use dataresearchand strategic planning to enhance outcomes. You will provide targeted support and challenge carry out reviews and learning walks and support broader schoolimprovement priorities across the county.

To be successful you will need Qualified Teacher Status(QTS) a proven record of exceptional teaching strong experience coaching or supporting others and deep knowledge of inclusiveevidencebasedclassroom practice. You will be reflectiveorganisedand credible committed to improving outcomes for disadvantaged and vulnerable learners and able to build strong professional relationships while driving sustainable improvement.

If you want to play a key role in shaping excellent teaching across Wiltshire and helping every child achieve their potential we would love to hear from you.

Why us

Wiltshire Council is a friendly welcoming place to work with a One Council ethos. Find out more about Our Identity staff networks and employee benefitshere.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace and customerfacing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion dignitytrustand respect guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Louise Lewis Head of Service Schools Effectiveness at

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Application criteria

Please download and read therole description and person specificationcarefully before you apply.

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We arefirmly committedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children youngpeopleand vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

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Application process

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