18 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    20 March 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    2 March 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Head of department or curriculum

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Subjects

Business studies, Psychology, Sociology

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

MPS - UPS

Additional allowances

TLR 2.3

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an exceptional Faculty Leader for Human Sciences (Sociology Specialism) to drive excellence across a thriving, ambitious department.

You will lead curriculum development, staff performance, and high‑quality teaching across Sociology, Psychology, Business, Health & Social Care and Criminology—ensuring that every student receives a challenging, inclusive and inspiring learning experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader ready to shape vision, raise standards and play a central role in our continued success.

If you are an inspiring Sociology subject specialist with the ability to teach other subjects within the faculty, we would be delighted to receive your application.

All applications are via our online platform and can be found on the Vacancies section of the school website https://www.abblanch.com/about_us/school_vacancies/

Visits to the school are welcomed - please contact recruitment@blanch.org.uk to arrange.

Closing Date 20 March 2026 9.00am


What the school offers its staff

Archbishop Blanch offer:

Employee Assistance Programme, including Counselling services and wellbeing app

Free Car Parking

Whole School focus on wellbeing

Onsite valeting

Extensive training and development opportunities CPD

Reduced gym membership

Annual flu jab

Access to pastoral support and spiritual development

Staff wellbeing programme School place for children of employees of Archbishop Blanch (see admissions criteria)

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

View advert on school website (opens in new tab)

About Archbishop Blanch CofE High School

School type
Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
Up to 1065 pupils
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
School website
Archbishop Blanch CofE High School website
Email address
recruitment@blanch.org.uk
Phone number
0151 330 5151
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Archbishop Blanch CE High School is a vibrant, faith-led community where young people are nurtured to grow academically, spiritually, and personally. Now a proud member of the Belong CE Multi Academy Trust, the school is part of a wider family united by the Christian values of Hope, Love, Community, and Compassion. These values, shared across all Belong schools, shape an environment where every individual is valued and empowered to flourish.

Our school is home to students representing more than 30 ethnicities, faiths, and cultural identities. This rich diversity is not only celebrated but woven into the daily life of the school, creating a truly inclusive and welcoming community. Students feel a deep sense of belonging from the moment they walk through our doors, supported by a staff team who know each pupil’s strengths, passions, and potential.

Academic excellence is at the heart of Archbishop Blanch. The school continues to maintain outstanding outcomes at Key Stage 4 and beyond, championing ambition and high expectations for all. Our work as a Lead School for Initial Teacher Training with Liverpool John Moores University reflects our commitment to developing exceptional teaching and learning across the region.

In the latest Ofsted inspection (June 2025), the school was praised for sustaining the high standards set in previous years. Inspectors highlighted our exceptional curriculum, the calm and purposeful environment, and the way pupils “flourish in a haven of calm where learning proceeds uninterrupted,” achieving exceptionally well across subjects. Diversity, student leadership, and community service were celebrated as defining strengths of our culture.

Our modern, purpose-built building provides an inspiring environment where students feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive. Strong post 16 and post 18 outcomes ensure that our leavers successfully progress to leading universities, apprenticeships, or meaningful employment, equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and character they need for the future.

At Archbishop Blanch, we create a community where each young person can grow into the very best version of themselves.

Arranging a visit to Archbishop Blanch CofE High School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@blanch.org.uk.

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