Job Title: Teaching and Learning Leader of Humanities (Secondary Level)
Location: East Midlands
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Subjects: Humanities, Religious Education, Geography (Desirable)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Working Pattern: 32.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Salary: £32,916 - £51,047 (FTE), MPR/UPR + TLR 1C
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated Teaching and Learning Leader of Humanities to join a forward-thinking academy in the East Midlands. This is a full-time, permanent position where you will play a key role in leading the Humanities department, ensuring that pupils of all abilities receive an exceptional education.
As the Teaching and Learning Leader, you will have overall responsibility for the quality of teaching and learning within the Humanities faculty, ensuring that your team delivers an engaging and inspiring curriculum. You will work to raise attainment across the department and inspire students to achieve their full potential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced educator with strong leadership skills and a commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for pupils.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the Humanities department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning.
* Inspire and motivate students to achieve excellence in Humanities and Religious Education.
* Monitor and evaluate student progress, providing targeted support where necessary to ensure all students succeed.
* Lead by example by planning and delivering innovative and engaging lessons that encourage active participation.
* Take responsibility for the overall standard of teaching and learning across the Humanities curriculum, ensuring it is broad, balanced, and differentiated to meet the needs of all learners.
* Develop positive relationships with staff, students, and parents to foster a collaborative and supportive school community.
* Take a leadership role in curriculum planning, ensuring that the department’s teaching materials and schemes of work are up to date and fit for purpose.
About You:
* They are looking for an individual who:
* Ideally has a background in Geography (though other Humanities specialisms will be considered).
* Is passionate about the Humanities and committed to helping students from all backgrounds succeed.
* Has experience in leading a department or team and is comfortable taking on leadership responsibilities.
* Is able to develop and implement strategies that raise student attainment and drive continuous improvement.
* Has strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, and parents.
* Demonstrates high professional standards and is committed to their own professional development.
* Has a clear vision for the future of Humanities education and is able to inspire others to share this vision.
What They Offer:
* Competitive salary with opportunities for career progression.
* Supportive school environment focused on continuous improvement.
* Access to professional development and leadership training.
* A collaborative team of professionals dedicated to making a positive difference in students' lives.
If you are an experienced and ambitious Humanities leader looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a dynamic and forward-thinking academy where you can make a real difference