Leigh Academy Rainham is seeking a dedicated Head of Learning - RE & PSHE to lead our department starting in September 2026. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced practitioner ready to transition into a leadership role where they can truly influence the delivery of these vital subjects. As a successful and growing academy, we are looking for a visionary leader who can maintain high academic standards while ensuring the curriculum remains inclusive, relevant, and deeply engaging for all students.
We are looking for a strategic thinker who understands how to manage a department effectively and support their colleagues through collaborative growth. In return, we provide the professional autonomy and resources necessary for you to thrive, offering a clear pathway for your own leadership development.
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.
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