Head of Learning - History

Leigh Academy Mascalls, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6LT

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  27 April 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: History
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS based on experience + TLR

What skills and experience we're looking for

MPS/UPS (England & Wales) + TLR + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additionalLAT benefits.

Leigh Academy Mascalls is seeking a visionary and energeticHead of Learning - Historywho can balance academic rigour with a flair for truly captivating teaching.

We are looking for a leader who understands that the best historical inquiry starts with a spark of curiosity; someone who can lead a talented team in delivering lessons that are as intellectually challenging as they are vibrant and immersive. In this role, you will oversee a popular department, ensuring that our students don’t just learn dates and facts, but develop a sophisticated understanding of the world through high-energy debates, creative storytelling, and interactive exploration.

You will have the opportunity to shape a curriculum that values diverse perspectives and local heritage, making the past feel tangible and relevant to our students’ lives today. The ideal candidate will be a passionate historian and an innovative mentor, committed to maintaining our high standards at GCSE and A-Level while constantly finding fresh ways to keep engagement at the heart of the classroom.

If you have the expertise to drive scholarly excellence and the creativity to make History the most talked-about subject in the academy, we would love to welcome you to our leadership team.

What the school offers its staff

Working with us at Leigh Academy Mascalls

Leigh Academy Mascalls is a high-achieving, community-focused school where every student is known, supported and challenged to thrive. Our unique small school model-divided into four distinct colleges-fosters a personalised learning environment, empowering students to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and ambitious setting.

Recognised by Ofsted as a ‘Good’ school with ‘Outstanding’ leadership and behaviour, we’re proud of our culture of high expectations, strong relationships and a shared commitment to excellence. As noted in our latest inspection, Mascalls is “a happy place to be” where “staff feel valued”-and where leadership is focused on supporting both student and staff success.

Our modern facilities combine light, open spaces with character-rich buildings, creating an inspiring environment for teaching and learning. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned educator, you’ll join a team driven by innovation, professional growth and a passion for transforming lives.

Be part of our journey toward excellence-where your ideas are valued, your impact is real, and your career can truly flourish.To find out more about Leigh Academy Mascalls, pleaseclick here.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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Job Pack _ Head of Learning - History _ Leigh Academy Mascalls.pdf - 960 KB (opens in new tab)

About Leigh Academy Mascalls

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1238 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leigh Academy Mascalls website
• Email address: joinus@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/mascalls-academy

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