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 energetic Head of Learning – History who 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, please click here.
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, 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.
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