Head of Humanities
The Featherstone Academy, Pontefract Road, WF7 5AJ
We seek to appoint a Head of Humanities (with the ability to teach Geography) who is an inspiring and ambitious practitioner. We are passionate about providing every student with the opportunities to achieve their very best and we are looking for a colleague who shares this passion.
As Head of Humanities, you will:
· Lead a skilled and dedicated team, offering guidance, support and examples of inspirational practice to colleagues.
· Raise standards of student engagement, attainment and achievement in History.
· Effectively evaluate the curriculum in History, Geography, RE, Travel and Tourism and strategically plan for its future development in-line with the Trust’s vision.
We have a reputation for high expectations for all, excellent staff/student relationships and a commitment to the personal and professional development of its staff. We believe that traditional values of discipline and respect are sacrosanct. We do not tolerate bullying, defiance or rudeness to staff and this has made for a harmonious and safe learning environment for our young people, and a supportive environment for staff. We are a happy and well-run organisation and this is an extremely exciting time to join us. Also, as a growing Multi-Academy Trust, there are always opportunities for career development and progression for ambitious and committed colleagues.
We want our staff to develop their pedagogy in a way that fits their own skills and expertise to benefit their students, but which is rooted in what we know impacts learning. We do not have a prescribed format for lessons but have a framework of excellence which underpins quality teaching.
The successful candidate will enjoy access to high quality CPD. You will also be joining a happy Trust where 95% of colleagues agreed that they enjoy working here and 92% would recommend us to a friend or colleague (taken from 2022 staff wellbeing survey).
Prospective candidates are welcome to contact Clare Thompson, PA to the Principal at: cthompson@featherstone.academy to arrange a discussion about this opportunity.