Job ID: S-U-1799 - Coordinator of Learning – Performing Arts

MPS/UPS (London Fringe) + TLR + Teacher Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.Are you a passionate and experienced practitioner with a proven track record of success? Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy has an exciting opportunity for an engaging and enthusiastic Coordinator of Learning – Performing Arts to join their thriving department from September 2026. Our successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in 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 further responsibilities, we want to hear from you!This is a chance to join 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. We are very keen to develop the Performing Arts department even further and seek an all-rounded individual who can lead the department, specifically in Drama and Music following the MYP curriculum at KS3. Our successful candidate will need a real ambition to deliver GCSE Drama and Music in 2025 and beyond as we grow and develop our department.Our successful candidate will receive:A range of professional development opportunities.Opportunity to work laterally across a number of Leigh Academies Trust schools to benchmark best practice and to be involved in teaching and learning innovation.We’re keen to hear from you if you are:An excellent teacher with a record of excellent outcomes.Collaborative, building strong professional relationships.Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential.Energetic and have a ‘can-do’ attitude.Someone who has a measurable impact as an individual teacher and throughoutThis is a full-time, permanent role offering MPS/UPS based on experience + London Fringe allowance + TLR.Applying for this OpportunityThank 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 Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 245.To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, 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 & DiversityLeigh 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 Careers site. All