Director of Learning

The Leigh Academy; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TLR (SEN)

SEN Allowance £2,885

Local Government Pension Scheme

24/7 virtual GP access

Job summary

Leigh Academy Snowfields in Maidstone seeks a passionate, resilient Director of Learning - English to lead our English curricula across all Snowfields colleges, shaping a creative, inclusive program and empowering a dedicated team of teachers to deliver ambitious teaching.

In our ASD-focused setting, you will balance high academic standards with student wellbeing, using language and literature to boost confidence and self-expression while developing professional practice across the trust.

Qualifications

• A passionate, resilient and inspirational leader for English.
• Strategic leadership of the English department across multiple campuses.
• Experience delivering ambitious teaching and high-quality SEN provision.

Responsibilities

• Lead the English curriculum across all Snowfields colleges.
• Develop and empower a team of educators to deliver ambitious teaching.
• Balance high academic standards with student wellbeing in an ASD-focused setting.

Job description

At Leigh Academy Snowfields, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of the barriers they may face. We are seeking a passionate, resilient, and inspirational Director of Learning - English to join our team, leading our vibrant English curricula across all three Snowfields colleges.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide strategic leadership for our English department, shaping a creative curriculum that inspires and engages all students. You will lead, develop, and empower a dedicated team of educators to deliver high-quality, ambitious teaching.

Working within our specialist setting for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), your mission will be to ensure that language and literature are used powerfully to build confidence, self-expression, and personal growth. You will foster an inclusive, supportive environment that carefully balances high academic standards with student wellbeing, ensuring every student has the tools and inspiration to thrive both creatively and personally.

Why Join Leigh Academy Snowfields?

• Lead meaningful change: Lead and oversee both the English curriculum across all three Snowfields colleges, ensuring a cohesive, progressive, and exciting creative journey for our students.
• Outstanding Facilities: Teach in a modern, purpose-built environment designed to support high-quality SEN provision.
• Inclusive Culture: Work with a passionate and supportive team who share your commitment to inclusive education and celebrate every success, big or small.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from ongoing professional development and opportunities to shape innovative approaches to teaching within a forward-thinking academy trust.
• MPS/UPS plus TLR plus SEN Allowance (£2,885), with progression opportunities plus Local Government Pension Scheme plus 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service plus collaborative MAT network plus additional LAT benefits.