Lead Practitioner - English
| Posting date: | 19 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 December 2025 |
| Location: | Gillingham, Kent, ME8 8GS |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | f5f00065-2d0e-47d5-a1b2-9fbb132fea2a |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Since opening in 2021, Leigh Academy Rainham has grown into a forward-thinking school with a reputation for excellence. We are excited to invite applications for a Lead Practitioner - English to join our team from Easter 2026 or earlier if possible. Don't miss this great opportunity to elevate your leadership career and drive excellence in English teaching!
About You:
We seek a dynamic and highly effective English specialist who is passionate about their subject and committed to pedagogical innovation. You will demonstrate the ability to model outstanding teaching and inspire students to develop a love for reading, writing, and language. You must be an excellent communicator, capable of mentoring colleagues and shaping the development of the English curriculum.
What the school offers its staff
Why join us?
• Be part of a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven school
• Work in a modern, purpose-built learning environment
• Join a team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth
• Receive high-quality training and development through Leigh Academies Trust
Plus, enjoy great staff benefits, including:
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service
• Wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives
• Free onsite parking
Further details about the role
hank 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 Holly Neve (Talent Manager): holly.neve@latrust.org.uk/01634 412 263.
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.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our commitment to safeguarding: 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, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Since opening in 2021, Leigh Academy Rainham has grown into a forward-thinking school with a reputation for excellence. We are excited to invite applications for a Lead Practitioner - English to join our team from Easter 2026 or earlier if possible. Don't miss this great opportunity to elevate your leadership career and drive excellence in English teaching!
About You:
We seek a dynamic and highly effective English specialist who is passionate about their subject and committed to pedagogical innovation. You will demonstrate the ability to model outstanding teaching and inspire students to develop a love for reading, writing, and language. You must be an excellent communicator, capable of mentoring colleagues and shaping the development of the English curriculum.
What the school offers its staff
Why join us?
• Be part of a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven school
• Work in a modern, purpose-built learning environment
• Join a team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth
• Receive high-quality training and development through Leigh Academies Trust
Plus, enjoy great staff benefits, including:
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service
• Wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives
• Free onsite parking
Further details about the role
hank 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 Holly Neve (Talent Manager): holly.neve@latrust.org.uk/01634 412 263.
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.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our commitment to safeguarding: 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, consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Including online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.