Head of History

Head of History

Permanent Contract

MPS/UPS plus TLR2b

A superb and exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, committed and enthusiastic Head of History to lead the History department at Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre. 

You will provide the department with sharp and focused leadership, developing the quality of teaching and ensuring high quality learning takes place. The Head of Department will also ensure that outstanding attainment and progress are secured at all Key Stages. Our new Head of History will be responsible for the ongoing effectiveness and development of your curriculum, where you will work closely with the Deputy Headteacher, Quality of Education to develop and review your curriculum offer for History. To allow you to do this, you will be fully supported and will have the opportunity to collaborate with both your own department and other leaders on a regular basis. As the Head of a popular department in the school, you will also be responsible for creating a happy, dynamic, innovative culture and ensuring all staff are performing to an outstanding standard and are happy and motivated in doing so.

Trinity High School is a very special learning community. Our HEART values of Happiness, Excellence, Ambition, Respect and Tolerance underpin our day to day work and visitors are always impressed by the warm, friendly and highly positive relationships that exist between staff and students. We are a friendly and caring community where students are encouraged to aim high, embrace challenge and develop resilience so that they can realise their talents and create their futures.

Our school motto, Excellence for All, encapsulates our vision for all students in our care. Our motto reflects both ambition and inclusivity and allows students to prosper because we have high expectations of their academic progress as well as their personal development. As they move through the school they grow into confident, articulate young adults who contribute selflessly to their families and their local communities

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has high expectations of pupil progress.
• Is passionate about education and developing a love of learning in students.
• Has the skills to work as Head of Department and collaboratively with the Humanities Faculty.
• Can build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Is willing to embrace or bring new ideas to the school.
• Has ambition combined with a commitment to developing their own skills.

In return, you will have the advantage of:

• Joining a strong and dynamic team of professionals.
• Work in a school with high aspirations for all of its students and staff.
• Be provided with excellent career opportunities.
• Benefits including; Employee Assistance Programme, Work Perks, Bike To Work Scheme, use of fitness facilities.

Closing Date: Monday 6th May 2024

Please follow the TES application instructions to apply.

For further information or to arrange a visit to school, please contact Mandy Martin , Headteacher's PA on 01527 585859 or martinm@trinityhigh.net

NOTES:

Only applications submitted via the TES portal will be considered. CVs and open references are not acceptable. The successful candidate must meet the person specification in full in order to be offered the post. Trinity High School is an equal opportunities employer.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Also as per The Department for Education Statutory guidance, in accordance with the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” legislation latest version that came into effect on 1st September 2022, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence.

Trinity High School is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff to share and promote this commitment.