Lead Practitioner

Sir Christopher Hatton Academy; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Sir Christopher Hatton Academy in Wellingborough is seeking a Lead Practitioner in History to inspire students and colleagues with a deep understanding of the past. The successful candidate will mentor and coach colleagues to raise standards, contribute to curriculum development, and ensure high-quality teaching across the History department in a rapidly evolving educational landscape.

You will work with experienced teachers to share best practice, develop resources in line with the new National

Qualifications

• Proven track record of raising pupil attainment in History.
• Experience mentoring and coaching colleagues to improve practice.
• Clear vision for excellence in History education.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach History teachers to improve teaching and learning.
• Develop resources to enrich learners’ experiences in History.
• Drive departmental and cross-curricular improvements with school leaders.

Skills

History specialist

Mentoring

Coaching colleagues

Job description

Lead Practitioner in History

Sir Christopher Hatton Academy, Wellingborough, Northants

Lead Practitioner Pay Range (£53,847 - £59,426)

Full Time

Join our History department at an exciting time, working alongside six full-time teachers with varied teaching experience. We are seeking a History specialist to mentor and coach colleagues to improve teaching and learning across the department. With the revised National Curriculum due to be released shortly, the successful candidate will also help develop resources to enrich learners’ experiences, ensuring students achieve the highest possible outcomes in History and across the wider curriculum.

If you:

1. are passionate about History and inspiring young people to develop a deep understanding of the past and its relevance to the modern world
2. have a proven track record of raising standards of pupil attainment through outstanding teaching and learning, and the effective development of colleagues
3. have a clear vision for excellence in History education and the ability to drive improvements in teaching practice across the school
4. are committed to professional development and continuous improvement

then we would love to hear from you.

We offer you:

1. a supportive and successful learning environment with a whole-school commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for our students
2. the opportunity to work with colleagues to develop and share outstanding classroom practice across the school
3. excellent professional development, guidance and leadership opportunities
4. full STPCD & Recognised Continuous Service (subject to verification)

Here at Sir Christopher Hatton Academy, we provide an education with character, encompassing our core values of Excellence, Aspiration, Achievement, Inspiration and Community to ensure that all our students are flourishing and prepared for the tests of life, not just a life of tests.

For more information, or to arrange a visit, please contact Mr Alastair Mitchell, Co-Principal on [e-mail]

Closing Date for receipt of applications: 9.00am Thursday 12 th November 2026

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Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Bureau Service check and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references.