Job Description

Location: Reputable Secondary School, Derby
Start Date: January
Contract Type: Full Time (Potential for Temp to Perm)
Salary: 190 - 275 per day (TLR3)

About the Role: Are you a passionate historian with a flair for leadership? Do you dream of inspiring the next generation of history enthusiasts? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and dynamic Head of History to join our esteemed secondary school in Derby. Starting in January, this full-time role offers the potential to transition from a temporary to a permanent position, providing stability and growth in your career.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership Opportunity: Take the helm of our History department, shaping the curriculum and guiding a team of talented teachers.
• Impactful Role: Make a real difference in student's lives by fostering a love for history and critical thinking skills.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a school that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the History department, driving excellence in teaching and learning.
• Develop and implement engaging and effective history curricula that captivate student's imaginations.
• Mentor and support history teachers, fostering a collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Monitor and evaluate teaching practices to ensure the highest standards of education.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment, upholding the school's values and ethos.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Proven experience in teaching history at the secondary level.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and a passion for history.

Perks of Working with Career Teachers:

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits your needs.
• Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan.
• Free CPD Opportunities: Enhance your skills and knowledge with ongoing professional development.
• Affinity Extra: Access exclusive discounts and benefits through our Affinity Extra program.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and inspire young minds with the wonders of history, we want to hear from you! Join our dedicated team and be part of a school that truly values education and innovation.

How to Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter

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All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.

Benefits of working with Career Teachers

Free CPD

Access to Skills Network

Refer a friend scheme

Recognition programme

Affinity Extra - Thousands of discounts on multiple high street shops including coffee and cinemas, plus other benefits and a Health & Wellbeing portal.

These benefits are applicable to those who are working with Career Teachers. You will gain access to the Affinity Extra this portal once you start working with us.

Important Notice: In order for you to be successful in applying for the above position you should be eligible to work in the UK, or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. During the application process you are required to:

- Attend an interview in person;

- Give details for us to complete Reference checks;

- Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within education. We have a policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion, we encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Teachers is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its Clients.