Head of History
Bellerive FCJ Catholic College, Liverpool, Merseyside, L17 3AA24 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2027
Closing date
6 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
12 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- History
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 -UPR3
Additional allowances
TLR 2b £5,866
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors are seeking to appoint an ambitious and dynamic fulltime Head of History. The successful candidate will lead and manage this key department, teaching across all key stages. The post-holder will set high expectations for all pupils, deepening their knowledge and understanding and maximising achievement in this subject area.
We are seeking someone who shares our vision and values and has the passion and commitment to promote a culture and ethos wherein all studentsare able toachieve and have their achievements recognised. We are looking for an inspirational teacher to lead the curriculum development of our successfulHistorydepartment.
The successful candidate will be a passionate andhard-workingteacher who can offer:
an innovative and creative flair
the learner at the centre of their vision
excellent classroom practice
the ability to motivate, challenge and be challenged
MAIN JOB PURPOSE
To provide professional leadership and management of the History Department and curriculum in order to secure high-quality teaching, effective use of resources and improve the standards of learning and achievement of all learners
In accordance with our Mission Statement and our FCJ values, to play an important role in the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning opportunities for all pupils of Bellerive FCJ Catholic College
CORE DUTIES
To support the Catholic, FCJ ethos of our school
To be responsible for the academic achievement of all learners in History.
To provide leadership and direction and ensure that the development is managed and organised to meet the aims and objectives of the department
To be responsible for the efficient and effective management of the History Department budget.
To inspire, motivate and challenge learners and staff, supporting their individual learning journeys.
What the school offers its staff
Advantages to working at Bellerive include:
Excellent teaching facilities
Mix of modern and traditional buildings
Located in a historic and diverse area of Liverpool
Strong staff induction programme, both led by school and the FCJ Sisters
Excellent behaviour and attitudes to learning
Strong and dedicated pastoral team
An outstanding catholic school (CSI)
Access to Schools Mutual with free counselling, GP helpline, physiotherapy etc...
Staff welfare and workload are at heart of all leadership decisions
Part of a local, national and international network of catholic/FCJ schools
Support for colleagues in terms of training such as NPQ’s
Flexible and supportive to requests for personal leave
Motivational, informative staff training days to enhance a fulsome and wide-ranging CPD programme
Proactive and supportive Senior Leadership Team
Laptops for all staff
Staff counsellor
Yearly staff retreat day to support wellbeing
Further information about the job
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.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Bellerive FCJ Catholic College
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 931 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Bellerive FCJ Catholic College website
- Email address
- recruitment@bellerivefcj.org
- Phone number
- 01517272064
Bellerive is a popular, successful and over-subscribed Catholic college for girls aged 11-18 years, with a mixed 6th Form. Our aim is to enable each pupil to make the most of every given ability and enjoy and achieve personal growth and academic excellence. We will support and encourage them to succeed and prepare for their adult life, playing a full part in a modern global society.
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