What skills and experience we're looking for
Leigh Academy Rainham, a rapidly growing and dynamic school, is looking for an experienced and visionary leader to join our team as Head of Learning – Business Studies.
The successful candidate will take charge of developing and enhancing our curriculum, ensuring our students are equipped with the skills needed for success in the business world.
About You
We are looking for an experienced and inspiring leader with a strong background in Business Studies. You should have the ability to lead a team, manage curriculum delivery, and foster a culture of high expectations and academic excellence. You will be committed to driving innovation in the teaching and learning of Business Studies and supporting the ongoing professional development of your department staff. Whether you’re already in a leadership position or aspiring to take the next step, you will thrive in our supportive environment and help us shape the future of our students.
The successful candidate will also need to be able to establish and implement courses in business at KS4 and KS5 as part of a growing offer not yet delivered at Leigh Academy Rainham, with the support of the Trust .
What the school offers its staff
Since our opening in 2021, we have been dedicated to providing cutting-edge education, and we are now seeking a passionate and driven leader to lead the Business Studies department.
Why Choose Us?
• Leadership Opportunity: Take on a strategic leadership role, driving the development and success of the Business Studies departments.
• Modern Facilities: Lead a department in a state-of-the-art environment with cutting-edge resources to support high-quality teaching and learning.
• Professional Development: Access tailored CPD opportunities, leadership pathways, and resources to support your growth as a leader in education.
• Supportive Culture: Work within a collaborative, innovative team that values the success of its students and staff.
About Us
Leigh Academy Rainham offers an ambitious IB-aligned curriculum that promotes creativity, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving. We are part of the Leigh Academies Trust, which offers extensive opportunities for staff development and career progression. Located in a rapidly expanding community, we take pride in offering outstanding opportunities for both students and staff.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary with leadership responsibilities.
• Opportunities for career progression within Leigh Academies Trust.
• Access to a wide range of co-curricular programmes to enhance school life.
This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering MPS/UPS commensurate with experience + TLR2B (£7,194)
Further details about the role
If you have any queries regarding the role or the application process, please contact Rachel Cribben (Recruitment Advisor) on rachel.cribben@latrust.org.uk or 01643 412 258.
Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date.Applicants will be notified of this where possible.Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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.