English Lead Practitioner: Curriculum Leadership

The Leigh Academy; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher Pension

Virtual GP Service

MAT network

LAT benefits

Job summary

The Leigh Academy Hugh Christie are seeking a Lead Practitioner - English to join from January 2027. You will lead and shape a vibrant English department, driving excellence in teaching and learning in a dynamic, forward-thinking academy within the Leigh Academies Trust.

You will design and deliver an ambitious English curriculum, mentor practitioners, and collaborate across the MAT to set new benchmarks for excellence in English education.

Qualifications

• Experience leading an English department or equivalent
• Ability to design and deliver high-quality English curriculum
• Proven track record of improving teaching and learning outcomes
• Strong collaboration and mentorship skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape the English department at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie
• Design and deliver a high-quality English curriculum aligned to standards
• Inspire, develop and mentor a team of English practitioners
• Drive excellence in teaching and learning across the faculty
• Collaborate within the Leigh Academies Trust MAT network to share best practice

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum design

Mentoring

English teaching

Job description

The Leigh Academy Hugh Christie are seeking a Lead Practitioner - English to join from January 2027. You will lead and shape a vibrant English department, driving excellence in teaching and learning in a dynamic, forward-thinking academy within the Leigh Academies Trust.

You will design and deliver an ambitious English curriculum, mentor practitioners, and collaborate across the MAT to set new benchmarks for excellence in English education.