History Department Lead & Curriculum Architect

Brooke Weston Trust; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooke Weston Trust seeks a Head of History to lead the creation and evolution of a knowledge-rich History curriculum at our Wisbech Academy. You will shape the department’s vision, establish high standards, and mentor staff within a supportive and innovative environment.

The role is ideal for an experienced middle leader or an ambitious teacher stepping into departmental leadership, with a strong focus on powerful knowledge and disciplinary thinking.

Qualifications

• Lead the development of a knowledge-rich History curriculum.
• Shape the long-term vision, ethos, and identity of History at a new school.
• Establish exemplary teaching, learning, and assessment practices.

Responsibilities

• Build and mentor a future History department as the school grows.
• Develop high-quality resources and cross-curricular links.
• Support colleagues through mentoring and professional development.

Skills

Curriculum design

Strategic leadership

Mentoring and coaching

KS3/KS4/KS5 knowledge

Interdisciplinary links

Education

Experience in middle/ senior leadership

History degree

Job description

Brooke Weston Trust seeks a Head of History to lead the creation and evolution of a knowledge-rich History curriculum at our Wisbech Academy. You will shape the department’s vision, establish high standards, and mentor staff within a supportive and innovative environment.

The role is ideal for an experienced middle leader or an ambitious teacher stepping into departmental leadership, with a strong focus on powerful knowledge and disciplinary thinking.