Head of History

Do you believe that all children, no matter their background, needs or aptitudes, are entitled to learn the best that has been thought and said?

Would you like to work in a school where “pupils thrive,” where there is an “excitement about learning,” where “conduct is exemplary” and where “high expectations are set by staff and pupils live up to them” (Ofsted February 2022)?

If so, we are seeking to appoint a Head of History who is passionate and has the drive to inspire and empower the young minds of our students at Noel-Baker Academy. Joining us, you will be required to teach across the full age and ability range of the school and will lead a small team of staff in delivering the History curriculum.

About Us

Noel-Baker Academy is a rapidly improving school centred around a dedicated team of people who are working together to achieve our mission of delivering an unashamedly academic and knowledge-rich education to our students.

Everything we do at NBA is underpinned by our passionate belief that outstanding schooling is the right of every child and a determination that such a vision is achievable. We believe in and aspire to provide an inclusive education for all. That is, high expectations of and for all pupils, an insistence on excellent behaviour, equal access to an academically rigorous curriculum taught by highly skilled subject specialists and a sharp focus on high-value enrichment opportunities that will enable all students to excel. We will never accept that family background, socio-economic circumstances or prior attainment will inevitably limit young people’s potential, and so the profile of our intake will always be a reason for our provision and never an excuse for our outcomes.

Our students are entitled to the very best breadth and depth of provision, and we are unapologetically ambitious for every student, no matter what their background, prior attainment or needs. If you share our outlook, click apply to find out more. 

We are looking for someone who:

• Loves their subject and area of expertise, has excellent subject knowledge and wants to contribute to the development of an expertly sequenced, knowledge-rich curriculum built to rival the best in the country.
• Will lead the subject area, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning impacts on the achievement and progress of students.
• Will act as a Lead Practitioner, working strategically to improve the quality of education across the subject area.
• Is an ambitious practitioner and wants to make a real impact on further driving up standards.
• Is keen to play a key role in developing our whole ethos and is fully aligned with our vision.
• Is personable and pragmatic and can energise and motivate students and colleagues alike.
• Has the highest expectations of what all students can and will achieve.
• Has a clear understanding of the needs of all students, including those with special educational needs, those with English as an additional language, and those with disabilities, and is able to use and evaluate distinctive teaching approaches to engage and support them.
• Is committed to working as part of a whole-school team.
• Promotes and safeguards the welfare of children and young people within the academy, raising any concerns by following the academy’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Is a reflective practitioner who refines their approaches where necessary and responds to advice and feedback from colleagues, ensuring a positive impact on students’ progress, attainment and wellbeing.

In return, you’ll work in a school where:

• There are clear classroom routines, so time is not wasted.
• There is a focus on feedback, not time-consuming marking.
• There is a focus on student learning, not data input.
• There is a centralised support team that, along with senior leaders, manages student conduct.
• Curriculum area staff plan and work together.
• Teachers are free to teach knowledge – “the best that has been thought and said”.
• Staff are valued as professionals and experts in their field.
• Weekly CPD time is built into the directed time calendar to allow all staff to partake in educational research, subject knowledge development and deliberate practice of pedagogical approaches.

Visits

Visits to the school are recommended and warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit, please contact Debbie Broadhurst, PA to the Headteacher at debbiebroadhurst@noelbakeracademy.co.uk.

Apply

Please visit our website to find out more. To apply, please send a completed application form and covering letter explaining your interest in the role and how you meet the person specification to vacancies@noelbakeracademy.co.uk.

Closing date: Friday 29th November 2024.

Shortlisting date: Monday 2nd December 2024.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt; therefore, shortlisted candidates may be contacted in advance of the closing date.

Noel-Baker Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation.