Head of History

Broadway Academy

Head of History

MPS / UPS + TLR 2B (£5,347)

+ recruitment allowance for an outstanding candidate

Required September 2024

Are you an ambitious, creative leader with a passion for improving educational outcomes for students in inner city Birmingham?
Do you have the commitment and positivity to contribute to Broadway's values-driven ethos, the drive to promote high expectations for students and staff and the vision and energy to build on the History Department's nationally recognised profile?

Broadway Academy Trust is rated 'Good' by Ofsted and constantly striving for excellence.
The Department
The History Department within the humanities directorate is a supportive, dedicated and passionate department staffed by a small and cohesive team who work together to achieve excellent outcomes for students. The vision and commitment of the outgoing Head of department in developing the curriculum has been recognised by the Princes Teaching Institute centre of excellence quality mark.
The Role
We are seeking a leader who will have a strong commitment to curriculum development, ensuring that results at GCSE continue to improve, A-Level results become outstanding and 6th form recruitment is maximised.
You will be able to develop and deliver strategies and plans to address SEN support and outcomes and put literacy and numeracy at the forefront for improving student outcomes.
You will have the creativity and commitment to retain the department's award-wining status and develop the co-curricular and extra-curricular offer through our outdoor education centre in Worcestershire.
You will have a strong commitment to effective behaviour management within a restorative practice framework. You will have the proven ability to manage and support staff and maintain momentum and morale
Why you should join us
You will get a real opportunity to make a difference within a school which encourages students and staff to be aspirational. We have an innovative partnership with a well-regarded school in the independent sector. Staff development is a priority for all, and we provide structured CPD. High achieving teachers have access to an accelerated leadership programme linked to NPQs.
Staff wellbeing is a priority, which the Trust supports by providing an employee assistance programme. All teaching staff receive a work laptop.
If you are keen to work in a successful and growing academy trust which encourages staff to aim high in their own careers, this could be a great opportunity for you.
To arrange a visit, seek more information or request a full application pack, please contact Paul Hunt at Hays Education:
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Closing date: Sunday 14th April 2024
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