Head of Humanities Faculty

Woodcote High School; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodcote High School is looking for an enthusiastic Head of Humanities Faculty to enhance leadership and curriculum development. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on student progress and outcomes within a supportive and ambitious educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Expand leadership capacity within Humanities.
• Contribute to curriculum development and collaboration among subjects.
• Lead and manage Heads of Department in History, Geography, PHSCE, and Religious Studies.

Job description

Woodcote High School

Croydon

• £34,514 - £51,179 per year
• Quick apply
• Expired

Salary: TLRC - £8,297

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Start date: September 2025

Apply by: [date to be specified]

Job overview

Woodcote High School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Head of Humanities Faculty to join our team.

We are a fantastic place to work and learn. Recently joining The Collegiate Trust, we share their vision of providing an exceptional education for all. Our students are bright, motivated, and a pleasure to work with. Our staff are talented, hardworking, and ambitious for themselves and others.

What does the role involve?

The role involves expanding our leadership capacity within Humanities by appointing a motivated and skilled individual to contribute significantly to curriculum development and collaboration among Humanities subjects. This includes line management and strategic leadership of Heads of Department in History, Geography, PHSCE, and Religious Studies. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to improve student progress and outcomes by leading the Humanities curriculum, ensuring it is broad, engaging, and fosters critical thinking, cultural awareness, and understanding of historical, geographical, social, and ethical issues.

Who are we looking for?

The Job Description and person specification in the application pack will outline the skills and experience we seek in an ideal candidate.

With excellent facilities, a strong sense of community, and a commitment to nurturing talent, Woodcote High School offers an ideal environment to develop or begin your teaching career and make a meaningful impact.

About Woodcote High School

Our purpose is excellence. We deliver lessons robustly to inspire a thirst for knowledge and develop confident, critical thinkers who embrace challenges. We aim to meet all students' needs, supporting them to reach their full potential. Our ASPIRE values are High Ambition, Self-reliance, Perseverance, Inquisitiveness, Respect, and Enthusiasm for life. Our curriculum is academically rigorous and fosters a culture of success.

About The Collegiate Trust

The Trust evolved from Riddlesdown Collegiate, an outstanding OFSTED-rated secondary school in Croydon. Since 2015, it has grown into a family of 8 schools with approximately 6,000 pupils and 800+ staff, with plans to expand further.

How to apply

If you believe this role and our school are right for you, please download the Application Pack for more information.