Are you ready to inspire and lead? At Co-op Academy Swinton, we are seeking a dynamic Head of History to guide curriculum, foster collaboration, and elevate student outcomes!
As part of Co-op Academies Trust, you will have the opportunity to innovate, inspire, and raise achievement levels across the school while working within a supportive leadership team. We are also seeking an enthusiastic History Teacher who can weave together narratives that captivate students and spark their imagination!
Our aim is to ensure that our students are given every opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their background. We are looking to appoint a teacher who shares our vision for a learning environment and curriculum that is ambitious, supportive, and nurturing. Alongside academic success, we prioritize students' behavior, fostering an environment based on rewards rather than sanctions. Our caring pastoral team works closely with staff to support students throughout their secondary school journey. You will embody our vision and values and demonstrate exceptional professional behaviors.
Why us?
Our academy caters to pupils aged 11-16. Located within easy reach from all areas of the North West, with Swinton train station less than 5 minutes away. We have a dedicated staff team that builds positive relationships and fosters a caring culture. This was reflected in our recent Ofsted inspection (June 2024), where we received a 'Good' rating in all areas.
Our values are rooted in the Co-op Group's principles, which guide our behaviors:
* Self-help: We strive to do things ourselves in the right way and at the right time.
* Self-responsibility: Everyone acts responsibly on site and in the community, taking charge of their own learning.
* Equality: We celebrate our multicultural environment, treating each other with respect and ensuring equal opportunities for success.
* Equity: We recognize and reward each other's achievements fairly to encourage all forms of success.
* Democracy: We contribute ideas to help make the academy successful.
* Solidarity: We believe in achieving more through teamwork rather than alone.
Our Values
As part of the Co-operative Group, our 'Ways of Being' include:
* Succeed together
* Do what matters most
* Be yourself, always
* Show you care
If you share our values, we would love to hear from you!
Benefits and rewards
Our employee benefits include:
* Co-op membership with a 10% discount in our Co-op Food stores.
* Flexible benefits such as discounted line rental, broadband, family care advice, and cycle-to-work schemes.
* Discounted gym memberships and leisure activities, including Merlin Entertainments, Virgin Experience Days, SuperBreak, and more.
* Co-operative Credit Union with competitive interest rates and dividends.
For more information, visit: www.coopacademies.co.uk and www.swinton.coopacademies.co.uk.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourage applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage or civil partnerships.
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