Curriculum Development Lead
Leads in the creation, implementation, and evaluation of the school's curriculum.
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Literacy Gold & Talk Stars
Online reading and language interventions for pupils aged 3–14, covering reading, spelling, comprehension and speech.
Reframing Behaviour™ by the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
Whole-school behaviour training that helps staff understand, reframe and respond to pupil behaviour with confidence.
SmartEducator
AI marking and feedback platform for teachers; SmartEducator says it saves teachers up to 8 hours a week.
Kitt Medical
Wall-mounted anaphylaxis kit with adrenaline pens, auto-replacement portal, and CPD-accredited staff training.
Everway
Digital tools for literacy, inclusion and accessibility—supporting every learner in class and exams.
DreamBox Maths
DreamBox Maths is an innovative, online learning programme designed to transform maths education.