Lead Practitioner - History in Leigh

Leigh Stationers' Academy is seeking an inspiring and innovative Lead Practitioner - History to join our distinguished faculty. This role is designed for a strategic leader with the pedagogical expertise to drive standards and the passion to cultivate a deep curiosity for the past across all Key Stages.

Why Join Our Department?

• Our GCSE outcomes have consistently exceeded national benchmarks over the last four years.
• We maintain a robust and growing uptake of A-Level and International Baccalaureate (IB) History within our Sixth Form.
• Innovative Curriculum: We are at the forefront of modern history instruction, utilising an inquiry-based approach alongside the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) at Key Stage 3.

This framework ensures a profound conceptual foundation and sharpens the analytical skills students need for Key Stage 4 and beyond.

As a Lead Practitioner, You Will Benefit From

• Professional Growth: Dedicated time for professional learning focused on evidence-based curriculum design and historiography.
• Leadership Development: Opportunities to mentor staff, coach early-career teachers, and influence whole-school teaching and learning strategies.
• Advanced Teaching: The opportunity to teach and lead in A-Level and IB (experience in post-16 historical depth studies is desirable).

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.

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.