Job description
Leigh Academy Rainham is looking for a Head of Learning - Geography to lead our department starting in September 2026. This is a role for an experienced teacher who is ready to move into a leadership position where they can actually influence how the subject is taught. We’re a successful, growing school, and we need someone who can maintain high standards while keeping the curriculum relevant and engaging for our students.
We are looking for an experienced practitioner who understands how to manage a department and support their colleagues. In return, we’ll make sure you have the professional space and resources to do your job well, helping you grow into the leadership role as you help our students succeed.
Benefits
TLR2A (£3,741)
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Leigh Academy Rainham
Free schools · Secondary · Ages 11–19
- Pupils
- 793
- Avg teacher salary
- £50,345
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18:1
- Academy trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Gillingham, Medway, ME8 8GS
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- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 5 June 2026
- Closing date
- 22 June 2026
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