Director of Learning - English

We are seeking an inspirational and ambitious Director of Learning for English to lead our high-performing department at Leigh Academy Mascalls and further develop our commitment to academic excellence. Following our very recent Ofsted inspection, where we achieved the best results in Mascalls’ history, this is an exceptionally exciting time to join the academy and become part of our continued success story.

In this vital role, you will champion a curriculum where mastery of language and a deep appreciation for literature are seen as the cornerstones of a transformative education, fostering a learning environment that is both intellectually rigorous and inclusive. Our mission is to ensure every student develops the confidence to articulate their ideas and the empathy to engage with diverse perspectives through innovative teaching practices and a knowledge-rich approach.

As Director of Learning, you will be responsible for inspiring a lifelong love of reading and equipping our students with the sophisticated literacy skills necessary to navigate and shape the world around them. We are looking for a passionate subject specialist to work alongside our talented staff and vibrant community to ensure Mascalls remains a centre of excellence for the linguistic arts, where every learner is encouraged to find their voice and realise their full potential.

Why Teach at Leigh Academy Mascalls?

• Strategic Departmental Leadership: You will have the autonomy to design and implement an ambitious and engaging English curriculum that inspires a love of literature, language and communication, supported by a collaborative department committed to academic excellence.
• Exceptional Professional Growth: As a leader within the Leigh Academies Trust, you will benefit from bespoke leadership development programmes and work closely with Trust Curriculum Teaching and Achievement Advisors to set new standards for excellence.
• Empowering a Supportive Team: Beyond teaching, you will mentor and develop a talented group of educators, fostering a culture built on teamwork, mutual respect, and shared professional ambition.
• Excellent Learning Environment: You will teach in a high-quality environment that supports engaging and inspiring English lessons, encouraging students to develop confidence in reading, writing and oracy.
• Driven by Student Success: The academy is resolutely committed to ensuring every student achieves their full potential. This creates a rewarding environment for educators passionate about inspiring the next generation through the power of language and literature.

Take the next step in your career: join us, inspire excellence, and become part of our success story!

Leigh Academy Mascalls is a high-achieving, community-focused school where every student is known, supported and challenged to thrive. Our unique small school model—divided into four distinct colleges—fosters a personalised learning environment, empowering students to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and ambitious setting. Recognised by Ofsted as a ‘Good’ school with ‘Outstanding’ leadership and behaviour, we’re proud of our culture of high expectations, strong relationships and a shared commitment to excellence.

As noted in our latest inspection, Mascalls is “a happy place to be” where “staff feel valued” – and where leadership is focused on supporting both student and staff success. Our modern facilities combine light, open spaces with character-rich buildings, creating an inspiring environment for teaching and learning. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned educator, you’ll join a team driven by innovation, professional growth and a passion for transforming lives. Be part of our journey toward excellence—where your ideas are valued, your impact is real, and your career can truly flourish.

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 inline 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.