Curriculum Leader for History

THE EARLS HIGH SCHOOL; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

THE EARLS HIGH SCHOOL is seeking an enthusiastic Curriculum Leader for History to drive high standards and ambition across the department. You will lead teaching, assessment and curriculum design to improve outcomes for all students.

We value collaborative leadership, data-informed decision making and a passion for history. You will mentor colleagues, promote inclusive practices and work with the senior leadership team to secure sustained improvement.

Qualifications

• Leads with proven capability to drive improvement in a subject area.
• Passion for History and commitment to best outcomes for all students.
• Clear vision for teaching, learning and curriculum in History.
• Able to manage a History department, with focus on teaching standards and progress.
• Motivates, supports and develops colleagues through coaching and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Lead History curriculum development, teaching standards, and assessment practices.
• Track student progress and use data to set priorities and improvements.
• Coach and develop department staff through mentoring and professional development.

Skills

Leadership experience

History expertise

Curriculum development

Data-driven improvement

Coaching & PD

Job description

We are equally committed to ensuring that no applicant will be disadvantaged or discriminated against because of their protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Curriculum Leader for History. We are looking for a teacher who:

• Has substantive and successful leadership experience, with a proven ability to lead, develop and inspire colleagues and drive sustained improvement within a subject.
• Is an enthusiastic, committed and highly effective classroom practitioner with a passion for History and a strong commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for all students.
• Has a clear vision for the teaching and learning of History and the ability to translate this into an engaging, challenging and ambitious curriculum in the subject area.
• Can lead and manage a subject area effectively, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, assessment and student progress.
• Is able to motivate, support and develop colleagues through effective collaboration, coaching and professional development.
• Has a strong understanding of curriculum development, assessment and the use of data to identify priorities and improve student outcomes.
• Is committed to developing students' curiosity, independence and critical thinking, and to fostering a genuine enthusiasm for History.
• Has excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills and can build positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the wider school community.
• Is reflective, resilient and solution-focused, with the ability to lead change positively and work collaboratively as part of the wider school leadership team.
• Shares our commitment to high expectations, inclusion and ensuring that every student is supported to fulfil their potential.