Director of Learning - Humanities in Leigh

Are you a visionary educator ready to lead one of our most successful and influential departments? Leigh Stationers’ Academy is seeking an ambitious Director of Learning - Humanities to drive excellence, curiosity, and innovation across our vibrant curriculum. This is a significant leadership role. You will oversee a large, diverse department, providing you with the opportunity to line manage and mentor a talented team of specialists. We are looking for a leader who can inspire both colleagues and students, ensuring that our high standards of teaching and learning continue to flourish across Geography, History, and Religious Studies.

Why Humanities at Leigh Stationers’ Academy? We boast a massive student footprint, with high numbers of pupils opting for our GCSE pathways. Our results are a testament to the department's dedication. Humanities remains a powerhouse in our Sixth Form, offering a robust suite of A-Levels that prepare students for top-tier universities and global careers. As Director of Learning, you will shape the cultural and ethical lens through which our students view the world, fostering a legacy of critical thinking and global citizenship.

Who We Are Looking For

• Capable of leading a large team and overseeing a complex range of disciplines with clarity and purpose.
• Passionate about the Humanities, with the ability to teach your specialism across all Key Stages (including KS5).
• Ready to enhance our curriculum, integrate contemporary global issues, and strengthen our students’ connection to local and international communities.
• Committed to the professional growth of staff, fostering a collaborative environment where best practices are shared.

What We Offer

• Lead a department that sits at the very heart of the Academy’s academic identity.
• Professional development opportunities specifically geared toward preparing you for senior leadership roles.
• Work within a forward-thinking Academy that values the Humanities as vital to a well‑rounded education.
• Teach engaged, inquisitive students who are passionate about History, Geography, and the social sciences.

Join us in shaping the next generation of thinkers, historians, and global leaders. Working with us at Leigh Stationers' Academy Leigh Stationers' Academy is a school dedicated to making a positive impact on every student. We're proud to be a Leigh Academies Trust school, prioritising a 'human-scale' education model where students feel recognised and valued. As an IB World School, our curriculum is rooted in the International Baccalaureate philosophy. We offer the IB Middle Years Programme for students in Years 7-9, designed to help them become curious, well‑rounded, and resilient learners. We also have a strong focus on extracurricular activities. We're one of the largest providers of the Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award in the South and one of only six state schools with a Marine Combined Cadet Force (CCF). Our commitment to strong partnerships with parents and carers, as well as our robust pastoral care system, ensures every student receives the support they need to succeed. Our dedicated and skilled staff are key to our success, and we provide extensive professional development opportunities to support their growth.

Applying for this Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 245. To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for. Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.