Curriculum Leader - History

Shevington High School; Wigan; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Curriculum Leader in History to inspire students and lead a dynamic department. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the curriculum and foster critical thinking among students. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a supportive environment, utilizing innovative teaching strategies and engaging in professional development. With a focus on respect, ambition, kindness, and inclusion, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in education. Join a team dedicated to excellence and student success!

Benefits

CPD including Senior Leader Courses

Enhanced ECT Scheme

Employee Health and Wellbeing Programs

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Dedicated Staff Wellbeing Team

Qualifications

• Experienced and effective History Teacher at KS3 and KS4.
• Innovative in curriculum design and pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the History department, raising attainment through monitoring and evaluation.
• Plan and deliver high-quality schemes of work.

Skills

Curriculum Design

Adaptive Teaching Strategies

Assessment Strategies

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Degree in History or related field

Job description

Shevington High School is a successful and oversubscribed 11-16 community school seeking to appoint a Curriculum Leader in History. The post offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher. You may already be a leader within your subject or seeking to move into leadership for the first time. (This post is advertised as a full-time role; if you are interested in part-time, please indicate this on your application.)

About the Role

The successful candidate will work within our successful History Department. History is a very popular subject at Shevington High School, with almost 70% of Key Stage 4 students choosing to study it at GCSE. It is essential that the candidate is an experienced and effective History Teacher at KS3 and KS4, with a strong vision for leading the department, shaping its strategic direction, and empowering students to become critical thinkers. This is a brilliant opportunity to shape the future of the department through passion and enthusiasm for the past!

Candidate Requirements

• Innovative and creative in curriculum design and pedagogy
• Willingness to embrace adaptive teaching strategies
• Ability to develop dynamic and challenging curricula
• Effective assessment strategies leading to targeted interventions
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Department and School Environment

The History department is located in a suite of classrooms that facilitate collaboration. The successful candidate will lead the department, raising attainment through monitoring, evaluation, targeted interventions, and strategic development of teaching and learning. Responsibilities include planning and delivering high-quality schemes of work, deploying resources effectively, and supporting extracurricular activities that enrich student life.

Research and Professional Development

Our school is research-led, emphasizing evidence-based practices for success. All teachers are expected to engage with research and participate in CPD opportunities, with additional time allocated for development activities.

Leadership and Contribution

You will be part of our Curriculum Leadership Team, working collaboratively to deliver outstanding educational opportunities and contributing to wider school leadership.

Values

We seek a leader embodying our core values: Respect, Ambition, Kindness, and Inclusion.

Salary & Benefits

• M1 – UPS3 FTE £31,650 - £49,084 + TLR2b per annum
• CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses
• Enhanced ECT Scheme with coaching and mentoring
• Employee Health and Wellbeing programs
• Rewards and Recognition Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Dedicated Staff Wellbeing team

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint before the application deadline if an ideal candidate is identified. Early applications are encouraged.

(A social media and online search will be part of the shortlisting process, consistent with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 guidelines.)