Director of Learning - Social Sciences

Leadership scale (Inner London) + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits. Are you seeking a new opportunity to join a highly successful comprehensive school that is committed to providing an outstanding education of excellence for all? Would you thrive when working with other committed and innovative members of staff? If so, Leigh Academy Halley is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Director of Learning - Social Sciences, to join in September 2026. This is a truly fantastic opportunity for a passionate Social Sciences practitioner to become part of a well-established, highly collaborative, and successful social sciences team that works hard to ensure that students enjoy a challenging, dynamic, and rewarding curriculum. All students study and enjoy Religious Studies as part of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme in Years 7-9. Sociology GCSE is popular in Years 10 and 11. Whilst at Key Stage 5, we have an excellent track-record in delivering strong outcomes in Psychology and Criminology at Sixth Form. If this sounds like an environment within which you would like to work, apply to join our team! The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, flexible, well organised and able to work as part of a team, as well as having the ability to work alone when required. This is a permanent opportunity that offers a competitive salary on the leadership scale, based on experience. Suitable and interested candidates are encouraged to make contact with Ben Russell, Principal, by contacting him at ben.russell@halley.latrust.org.uk We deem this to be a great position on the basis that;

• We offer a vibrant and committed Social Sciences Department, passionate and dedicated to supporting students throughout their learning experience and securing the best possible outcomes for them.
• We offer pupils the very best in Social Sciences learning opportunities by delivering high-quality teaching via our bespoke curriculum, alongside inspiring extracurricular opportunities.
• We believe in developing staff into outstanding practitioners through our excellent CPD programmes.
• This is further supported through our membership of the Leigh Academies Trust which provides regular teach-meets and co-operative training sessions within the trust to facilitate staff and student 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 / . To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, 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 inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our Careers site. 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.

This is a truly fantastic opportunity for a passionate Social Sciences practitioner to become part of a well-established, highly collaborative, and successful social sciences team that works hard to ensure that students enjoy a challenging, dynamic, and rewarding curriculum. All students study and enjoy Religious Studies as part of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme in Years 7-9. Sociology GCSE is popular in Years 10 and 11. Whilst at Key Stage 5, we have an excellent track-record in delivering strong outcomes in Psychology and Criminology at Sixth Form. If this sounds like an environment within which you would like to work, apply to join our team! The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, flexible, well organised and able to work as part of a team, as well as having the ability to work alone when required.

This is a permanent opportunity that offers a competitive salary on the leadership scale, based on experience.