Head of Humanities

We are currently recruiting for a Head of Humanities (Geography Specialist) to support, guide and join our established Humanities Team at the school. This is an exciting opportunity to join Henley Bank High School and become an integral member of the team. At Henley Bank High School, our aspiration is for all our staff and students to leave our school with practical wisdom gained through the teaching of intellectual, moral, civic and performance virtues. We are a successful secondary school based in Brockworth, extremely close to junction 11a of the M5. The school has consistently been achieving excellent academic results over the past few years with the GCSE results of 2023 being in the top 1% of results in the country, as well as the highest results for any non-selective school in Gloucestershire. We opened our Sixth Form in September 2024 and are really excited to see what the next stage in the school’s journey will be. A crucial element of the school’s vision is ensuring that we are preparing our young people for the world of tomorrow. This role plays an essential part in achieving this. Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’. Role Overview The Head of Humanities will show enthusiasm and have the experience of leading initiatives within the department and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum areas as appropriate. The successful candidate will: To contribute to the well‑being and development of the school including the supervision of students and the guidance of teachers To be passionate about their subject area To show enthusiasm and have the experience of leading initiatives within the department To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a Teacher/Tutor To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential To contribute to raising standards of student attainment To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth Present regularly to SLT on their findings and next steps for their remit Main Duties and Responsibilities: To act as a role model and an outstanding Head of Department Lead on curriculum developments within the subject area and share expertise within the department Quality assure provision to ensure the highest standards Share best practice in subject meetings across the School and Greenshaw Learning trust Keep up to date with new developments in Education Lead improvements on outcomes and opportunities at a departmental level To share in the responsibility for, and commitment to, the safeguarding and promotion of the well‑being and discipline of all students Ensuring the curriculum planning necessary; incorporating whole school policies, contributing relevant units/components to other school syllabuses, as may be required Encouraging the selection of suitable teaching and learning styles, materials and subject matter in providing a differentiated approach to students Encouraging team members to keep abreast of developments in their subject areas Monitor and analyse the academic performance of students on an ongoing basis Devise and implement appropriate revision/intervention strategies Complete all self‑evaluation documentation, in particular data analysis of student performance at KS3, KS4 and Post‑16 as part of the whole school self‑evaluation process To perform particular assigned duties at the reasonable direction of the school Headteacher or their designated representatives Attend regular team meetings for briefing, consultation, sharing of good practice and training To provide subject information and an additional link with parents/carers and others in relation to work in your area To support the effective induction for new staff and trainees (if applicable) To undertake a designated programme of teaching across all key stages To teach consistently high‑quality lessons To plan and deliver schemes of work and lessons that meet the requirements of KS3, 4 and 5 To be a role model for students, inspiring them to be actively interested in your subject To complete the relevant documentation to assist in the tracking of students To set expectations for staff and students in relation to standards of achievement and the quality of learning & teaching To prioritise and manage time effectively, ensuring continued professional development in line with the role To follow the school policies and procedures To ensure the effective/efficient deployment of classroom support To maintain discipline in accordance with the school procedures, and to encourage good practice with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and homework To update professional knowledge and expertise as appropriate to keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology You will need: Hold at least 5 GCSE’s or equivalent, which must include at least a Grade C/5 in Maths and English Hold a recognised degree (or equivalent) with a good classification in a relevant subject teaching qualification (QTS) Experience of holding a position of responsibility Experience and Leadership development/training in Humanities Subjects Previous Head of Department experience within an Educational Setting Evidence of independent personal developments and wide reading of the latest research Leading colleagues to support improving outcomes Leading initiatives beyond your own subject Evidence of conducting lesson drop‑ins and coaching colleagues Be an excellent classroom practitioner Ability to teach your subject area up to Key Stage 5 Knowledge of the latest subject specific thinking, including research and subject associations Evidence of a positive impact on outcomes Desire to further raise overall achievement in your subject that seeks to promote the highest standards of teaching and learning Detailed knowledge of current curriculum and pedagogical developments in the teaching of your subject and the wider curriculum A flexible approach to the teaching of your subject that seeks to promote the learning opportunities of all students and to secure the highest possible levels of achievement Demonstrate a commitment to following the school’s principles of teaching, learning and assessment Understanding of Exam Board specifications What’s in it for you: Professional development and career progression Generous pension scheme An Employee Assistance Programme Gym Discounts Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Access to Blue Light Card Scheme Access to Teacher Art Pass Scheme (teachers only) Being part of a great team and expanding organisation Safeguarding Statement Each of the academies within Greenshaw academy trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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