Lead Practitioner

Leadership Scale (England & Wales) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Are you an inspiring and ambitious English specialist ready to lead, innovate and make a lasting impact? Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Lead Practitioner - English to join our thriving academy from January 2027. At Leigh Academy Hugh Christie, we are more than just a school; we are a rapidly transforming community where high expectations, creativity and collaboration sit at the heart of everything we do. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a vibrant English department at a pivotal stage in our development. As Lead Practitioner, you will drive excellence in teaching and learning, inspire a team of committed practitioners, and ensure our curriculum is ambitious, coherent and grounded in strong subject expertise.What makes Leigh Academy Hugh Christie a special place to work:

• Strategic Leadership: Autonomy to design and deliver a high-quality English curriculum, inspiring students through creative expression, critical analysis, and a deep exploration of literature and language.
• Professional Growth: Access to bespoke leadership development within the Leigh Academies Trust, collaborating with expert advisors to set new benchmarks for excellence.
• Team Empowerment: Lead and mentor a talented team of educators, fostering a culture of collaborative inquiry, mutual respect, and shared ambition.
• World-Class Facilities: Teach in a state-of-the-art environment featuring modern facilities and dedicated digital suites.
• Student-Centred Mission: Join a team dedicated to empowering the next generation of critical thinkers to understand and influence the world through evidence-based discovery.
If you are ready to join a department with energy, integrity and ambition - and help shape the future of English education within a flourishing academy - we would love to hear from you.