Lead Practitioner - English
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 February 2026 |
| Location: | Gillingham, Kent, ME8 8GS |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 10794c1d-c5ff-42ea-a017-7573b8be6d67 |
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 September 2026. 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
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 September 2026. 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
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.