Lead Practitioner - English

Leigh UTC Dartford, Dartford, Kent, DA1 5TF

11 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  31 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  20 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of department or curriculum
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Subject: English
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Leadership scale based on experience + London Fringe Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our collaborative English department in the role of Lead Practitioner - English starting from September 2026. The successful candidates will be passionate about delivering an English curriculum which supports our vision of developing STEM professionals for the future global market.

What We’re Looking For:

• An excellent teacher who is passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge.
• A keen advocate for the importance of English education as part of the curriculum.
• Collaborative, able to build strong professional relationships.
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential.
• Energetic and have a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Confident, with strong career aspirations.
• Committed to the safeguarding and happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the Academy.

What the school offers its staff

Why Choose Us?

• A Thriving Learning Environment:With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to excellence, we offer an environment where both staff and students thrive.
• Supportive Team:Become part of a dedicated, collaborative team that values professional development, creativity, and a shared commitment to student success.
• Innovative Teaching:Embrace a forward-thinking approach with opportunities to teach a diverse curriculum.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where your expertise and ideas are valued.

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

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Job_Pack___Lead_Practitioner_-_English___Leigh_UTC_Dartford.pdf - 723 KB (opens in new tab)

About Leigh UTC Dartford

• School type: Free Schools, None, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 689 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leigh UTC Dartford website
• Email address: joinus@latrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-leigh-utc

Arranging a visit to Leigh UTC Dartford

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