Head Of History, Kidderminster

About The Role

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Flourish Education are working with a school in Kidderminster who are currently recruiting for a History Teacher who will also take on the Head of Department role. The ideal candidate will be expected to teach History to Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 and also take lead of the History department. This is a large secondary school who pride themselves on building successful relationships amongst staff and students.

This teaching role is due to start in September on a permanent contract.

To apply for the role you will need the following:

• Qualified Teacher status (QTS). This position is not suitable for NQT’s.
• Experience as a secondary teacher.
• Strong History subject knowledge.
• Experience as a Head of Department is desirable.

Responsibilities

Within this role you will be responsible for

• Plan, mark and assess for History at Key Stage 3, 4 and 5.
• Leading Department meetings ensuring a focus on improving student outcomes
• Manage behaviour as per the school guidelines
• Manage staff training and CPD.
• Overseeing the development of a progressive and challenging curriculum
• Ensuring assessment and feedback strategies are of the highest standards and have a direct impact on improving the quality of teaching and learning
• As a member of the team of Curriculum Leaders, playing a major role in ensuring the development of teaching and learning policies and practices across the school

Benefits

In return, you will receive:

• A competitive salary
• Free Ongoing CPD including Safeguarding Training
• Pension
• Holiday Pay
• PAYE and Umbrella Pay Options
• Dedicated Consultant
• The opportunity to work with a family-run agency who value each candidate as an individual

Legal

All candidates are subject to an enhanced DBS, references and Barred checks. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency. Flourish Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment.

If you require any further information please contact Glenn Turner at Flourish Education