Lead Practitioner - History

Leadership scale (Inner London) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits. Are you a visionary educator ready to shape the future of historical inquiry? 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. At Leigh Stationers' Academy, you will join a high-performing, motivated department where a culture of genuine collaboration has yielded exceptional results. 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).
If you are ready to take the next definitive step in your leadership career and inspire the next generation of historians, we invite you to apply now! 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.


• Advanced Teaching: The opportunity to teach and lead in A-Level and IB (experience in post-16 historical depth studies is desirable).
  
  Leadership scale (Inner London) + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.
Are you a visionary educator ready to shape the future of historical inquiry? 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. At Leigh Stationers' Academy, you will join a high-performing, motivated department where a culture of genuine collaboration has yielded exceptional results. 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.