Head of Learning - History

Leigh Academy Mascalls is seeking a visionary and energetic Head of Learning - History who can balance academic rigour with a flair for truly captivating teaching. We are looking for a leader who understands that the best historical inquiry starts with a spark of curiosity; someone who can lead a talented team in delivering lessons that are as intellectually challenging as they are vibrant and immersive.

In this role, you will oversee a popular department, ensuring that our students don’t just learn dates and facts, but develop a sophisticated understanding of the world through high-energy debates, creative storytelling, and interactive exploration. You will have the opportunity to shape a curriculum that values diverse perspectives and local heritage, making the past feel tangible and relevant to our students’ lives today.

The ideal candidate will be a passionate historian and an innovative mentor, committed to maintaining our high standards at GCSE and A-Level while constantly finding fresh ways to keep engagement at the heart of the classroom. If you have the expertise to drive scholarly excellence and the creativity to make History the most talked-about subject in the academy, we would love to welcome you to our leadership team.

Working with us at Leigh Academy Mascalls, you will join 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.

To find out more about Leigh Academy Mascalls, please contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor): amy.wenban@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 205. 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.