Head of Humanities

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The Arthur Terry School is seeking to appoint an ambitious, dynamic and inspirational Head of Humanities to lead a highly successful and committed department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher and leader to drive outstanding outcomes across Humanities subjects, including History, Geography, and Religious Studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Humanities faculty
• Inspire, motivate and develop a team of dedicated teachers
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and assessment
• Ensure excellent student progress and achievement across all key stages
• Promote a culture of curiosity, critical thinking and global awareness

What We’re looking For

• Has a proven track record of outstanding classroom practice
• Has successful leadership experience (or is ready to take the next step)
• Is passionate about Humanities education and its impact on young people
• Has strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Is committed to raising achievement and delivering inclusive education

About Us

The Arthur Terry School is a high-performing, oversubscribed secondary school with a strong reputation for academic excellence and student support. As part of a forward-thinking educational community, we are committed to continuous improvement and professional development for all staff.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Access to high-quality CPD and leadership development opportunities
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits package
• Competitive pension scheme (Teachers’ Pension Scheme)
• Professional development and wellbeing days

How to Apply

To apply please complete an application form online. Please include a supporting statement outlining ‘what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role’. xwzovoh

To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Jo Fairclough, Headteacher, via email:  or call 0121

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the roles be successfully filled.