Head of Humanities
Dedworth Middle School, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 5PEThis job expired on 1 May 2024
Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
1 May 2024 at 12:59am
Date listed
16 April 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subjects
- Geography, History, Religious Education
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £39,480.00 - £46,965.00 Annually (FTE)
Head of Humanities job summary
Are you passionate about shaping young minds and fostering a love for Humanities? We are seeking a dedicated Head of Humanities teacher to lead our department and inspire pupils to explore the rich tapestry of History, Geography and RE.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is an experienced Humanities teacher and has strong leadership and communication skills
- Is able to develop an innovative and progressive curriculum in the Humanities department
- Is able to inspire and motivate both members of their team and pupils.
- Is organised and efficient.
- Willing to organise enrichment activities to enhance the learning experience for pupils.
- Enjoys working as part of a team
Teaching pupils in year 5-8 in a middle school is a rewarding experience, instilling in them a love of the Humanities subjects. Leading a small close-knit and supportive team, we are looking for someone who is inspiring and committed.
At Dedworth Middle School we believe in the power of education to shape bright futures and create a love for learning and pride ourselves on fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. Our dedicated team work collaboratively to provide a well-rounded education for our pupils and we work in an environment where opportunities are limitless, the children are supported and outcomes always consider the whole child. We were recently graded ‘GOOD’ by Ofsted “A member of staff said, ‘The why is behind every decision, and this always takes pupils into consideration and us as staff. It is a happy and lovely place to work and thrive.” Ofsted, June 2022.
If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and lead the next generation of thinkers, we would love to hear from you.
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.
About Dedworth Middle School
- School type
- Academy, ages 9 to 13
- Education phase
- View all Middlejobs
- School size
- 521 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 9 to 13
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Dedworth Middle School website (opens in new tab)
At Dedworth Middle School we were recently graded ‘GOOD’ by Ofsted and we work in an environment where opportunities are limitless, the children are supported, and outcomes always consider the whole child. We continue to aim for the highest of standards and provide a friendly and hardworking team. “A member of staff said, ‘The why is behind every decision, and this always takes pupils into consideration and us as staff. It is a happy and lovely place to work and thrive.” Ofsted, June 2022. We are a fully inclusive middle school, currently with over 500 pupils on roll aged from 9-13.
We are part of the Windsor Learning Partnership which includes Windsor Girls’ School, The Windsor Boys’ School, Clewer Green C of E First School, Oakfield First School and Dedworth Green First School. In the heart of The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead, Dedworth Middle School has a strong reputation for being a community school with happy, successful pupils and a proven track record for high quality professional development.
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