Job Description

MPS/UPS (England & Wales) + TLR + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional .
Leigh Academy Hugh Christie has an exciting opportunity for an engaging and enthusiastic Head of Learning - Performing Arts to join their thriving department from January 2026. Our successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Performing Arts department and ensuring high standards of teaching and learning. If you are an experienced Performing Arts practitioner ready for a role with leadership responsibilities, we want to hear from you!
This is a chance to join and lead an enthusiastic team of Performing Arts specialists who are dedicated, driven and highly creative. The team are generous with their time and very much enjoy sharing resources and expertise; a real team ethos has been created in the Performing Arts department. You will play a key role in developing our curriculum in both Drama and Music, and will have the opportunity to be involved in many exciting projects.
Why Join Us?

• A supportive environment: Collaborate with an experienced team that values innovation and creativity in teaching.
• Opportunities to grow: We value talent and ambition and are committed to supporting the professional growth of all team members, helping individuals take the next steps in their career.
• Room to excel: Teaching both Drama and Music is a possibility, but not essential-what matters is your dedication to student success and your own professional growth.

If you're ready to inspire and be inspired, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and let's create an exciting future together at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie.
Working with us at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie
Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is a thriving secondary academy within Leigh Academies Trust, committed to delivering academic excellence, strong pastoral support, and meaningful community engagement. We offer a broad and inclusive curriculum that meets the diverse needs of our students-combining traditional subjects with vocational pathways and a wide range of enrichment opportunities.
Beyond the classroom, we place a strong focus on personal development, wellbeing, and character education, helping our students grow into confident, resilient, and well-rounded individuals.
With a proud history and an exciting future as part of Leigh Academies Trust, Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is a supportive and inspiring place for both students and staff to thrive.
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Applying for this Opportunity
Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you'd like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don't hesitate to contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor): / 01634 412 205.
To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we're looking for.
Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity
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 and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our . All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.

Skills Required