Curriculum Team Leader - Humanities

Lyde Green Community School; West of England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A new academic institution in the West of England is seeking a Curriculum Team Leader for Humanities to lead the founding department. The role involves designing and delivering a comprehensive Humanities curriculum while establishing departmental systems. Candidates should have a passion for Humanities and prior teaching experience. This position offers a unique opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment, starting in September 2026, with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Annual pay progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free onsite parking

Coaching / Counselling services

Qualifications

• Passion for Humanities and curriculum design.
• Experience in teaching Humanities subjects.
• Ability to lead and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Humanities curriculum.
• Establish departmental policies and expectations.
• Recruit and develop teaching staff.

Skills

Curriculum design

Leadership

Inspiring passion for learning

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

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Be part of something bold. Help build a school from the ground up.

Position : Curriculum Team Leader – Humanities

Contract : Permanent, Full-Time

Pay Scale : MPS / UPS + TLR E (£10,173)

Start Date : September 2026

Lyde Green Community School opens in September 2026, and we’re looking for an exceptional Humanities specialist to lead our founding Humanities department. In this role, you’ll shape the curriculum, establish systems, and inspire curiosity and a love of history, geography, and the wider humanities from day one.

This is a rare opportunity to design and deliver a knowledge-rich Humanities curriculum in a brand-new school, with the freedom to innovate and the support of a forward-thinking Trust. As the school grows, your leadership responsibilities will expand, offering clear pathways for career progression.

What you’ll lead :

• Development of a high-quality Humanities curriculum aligned with our vision and values
• Establishing departmental systems, policies, and expectations
• Recruitment, induction, and development of Humanities teaching staff
• Delivery of outstanding Humanities teaching and learning
• Contribution to whole-school strategy and culture

This role is for you if you :

• Want to help shape a school from the ground up
• Are passionate about Humanities curriculum design and inspiring a love of learning
• Thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment
• Are ready to lead and develop others

In return, we offer :

• A once-in-a-career opportunity to shape the culture and systems of a new school
• A supportive, innovative Trust committed to professional growth
• A vibrant community and a values-led approach to education

Please see the Applicant Pack and Job Description for full details.

To apply :

Complete the application form and use the supporting statement to share your vision for Humanities curriculum leadership at Lyde Green Community School – and your role in delivering it.

Application Deadline : 9am on 9th January 2026

Interviews : 10th, 11th or 12th February 2026

Although visiting the school is not currently possible due to ongoing construction, we warmly encourage applicants to arrange a Teams call with Tom Hill (Headteacher). Contact details can be found in the attached information pack.

Please note :

• We reserve the right not to appoint to this position.
• Depending on Senior Leadership appointments, some Curriculum Team Leader posts may not be filled this year. We will confirm this after the deadline and inform applicants promptly.

Our Philosophy as an employer

Our vision is for our schools to deliver exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring access to the highest standards of teaching, resources, and learning opportunities. We’re ambitious for our academies and excited by the chance for talented educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.

We seek applicants who align with our vision and bring the drive to deliver it. We support our schools with leadership, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.

We believe these roles are exciting and rewarding, supported by the expert Olympus team. We’re inspired by our academies’ journey and consider it a privilege to help shape 21st-century education. We welcome your ideas and aspirations and seek staff who will deliver exceptional education to our learners.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo / Wild Place at reduced rates
• Free onsite parking
• Coaching / Counselling services
• Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

The Olympus Academy Trust – Lyde Green Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will undergo vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have robust safeguarding policies, and guidance for all our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote the welfare and safety of children and young people. As part of safer recruitment, we will conduct online searches during the recruitment process. Details of online accounts will be requested at the application stage.

We apply Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment. We shortlist, interview and select without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. Applicants with disabilities meeting the minimum criteria will be shortlisted, and reasonable adjustments made. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates.

We offer flexible working patterns where possible to support a work-life balance and welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time or job-share basis for all roles, including full-time positions. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.

Safeguarding Statement

Lyde Green Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.