Description Hours of work: 32.5 Working pattern: Full-time Fixed-term for: 1 year max Closing date: Sunday 23 November 2025 For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: The St Leonards Academy Edinburgh Road St Leonards East Sussex TN38 8HH Phone: 01424 448740 Email: tsla.office@thestleonardsacademy.org.uk Website: www.thestleonardsacademy.org.uk Please note, we do not accept CVs. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted. An exciting opportunity has arisen at The St Leonards Academy as we are looking to appoint a Teacher of History to teach Key Stage 3 and 4 students on a fixed term contract to cover a maternity leave from January 2026. We are looking for a Teacher who: Has a drive for excellence and a desire to be outstanding Is highly organised, motivated and driven to succeed Is a specialist in their subject Committed to the progress of ALL students Is a team member who will collaborate with colleagues to ensure the progress of students Has enthusiasm, presence and authority who can deliver consistently Is this you? If so, we would really like to hear from you. The St Leonards Academy At The St Leonards Academy, we believe in the power of knowledge to enrich lives and shape educated citizens. We are committed to a broad and balanced curriculum ensuring every student, regardless of background, encounters the best of human thought and achievement. The academy takes pride in its meticulously planned curriculum, dedication to excellence, and robust pastoral support system. We prioritise reading and offer comprehensive mental health support. Exceptional assistance is provided for students with additional needs, alongside a wide array of enriching extracurricular activities. With rigorous safeguarding measures and opportunities for student leadership, The St Leonards Academy creates a safe, supportive environment where all 1400 students can thrive. We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include: Automatic annual pay increments: Pay progression is not linked to performance and all our staff benefit from automatic pay progression (subject to the maximum salary for the role). Cost of living awards are also reviewed annually. Generous Pension: Safeguard your future with financial security throughout your retirement. Employer contribution rate of 28.68%. Health and Wellbeing: A strong commitment to your health and wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors and an annual day devoted to your health and wellbeing. This day provides the opportunity to spend valuable time catching up with colleagues, as well as some ‘Time for You’ to do whatever most enhances your wellbeing. Personal Development Day: One day annually dedicated to your personal development which could include volunteering, training or a seminar (self-funded). Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to free and confidential counselling services, providing support for both work and personal issues. Cycle to Work: Build exercise into your commute, with our cycle-to-work programme, offering a £2K loan to purchase a bicycle. Retail Discount: Savings with hundreds of retailers including gym, private medical, dental and online GP service, as well as eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Scheme. Our commitment We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We welcome applications from all members of the community. The Trust is proud to be part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know. Please apply on our careers site:- https://careers.brightonacademiestrust.org.uk/internal/Home/Job