Head of Humanities
The Prescot School, Liverpool, Merseyside, L34 3NB3 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
15 May 2026 at 8am
Date listed
12 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Humanities
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time teaching hours, Monday-Friday.
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1-U3 £32,916 - £51,048
Additional allowances
TLR 1B £12,521
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Prescot School is seeking to appoint an ambitious and driven Head of Humanities to lead our History, Geography and Religious Studies departments. This is a key leadership role at an exciting time, as the school continues its rapid improvement journey. The successful candidate will provide clear strategic direction, support high-quality teaching and learning, and ensure strong outcomes across all Humanities subjects. You will work closely with senior leaders to embed consistency, raise standards, and build a culture of high expectations where every student can succeed. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate leader who is committed to making a real difference and contributing to the continued transformation of The Prescot School.
Purpose of the Role:
To lead and develop the Humanities faculty at The Prescot School, driving rapid and sustained improvement across
History, Geography and Religious Studies. The Head of Humanities will be responsible for ensuring high-quality
teaching, a strong and ambitious curriculum, and improved outcomes for all students.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management
• Provide clear, strategic leadership for History, Geography and Religious Studies
• Line manage subject leaders and staff within the Humanities faculty
• Establish high expectations and ensure consistency in teaching and learning
• Contribute to whole-school improvement priorities as part of the wider leadership team
• Lead on faculty self-evaluation and improvement planning
What the school offers its staff
About us:
The Prescot School is situated in a state of the art, 21st century building, situated on the outskirts of Prescot, approximately ten miles from Liverpool City Centre. We are an 11-16 school which opened in September 2016 as a converter Academy linked to the outstanding ‘The Heath Family Trust’. Our ethos of high aspiration, support and challenge permeates every aspect of our work. Students are challenged and supported by a team of dedicated and professional teachers who strive to achieve the absolute best for the students they teach, with high expectations of all individuals at all times. Our positive and caring atmosphere, backed by excellent resources, makes this a wonderful place to build your career in a supportive learning environment.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting time to become part of The Prescot School. We are a school in transformation – one where your contribution will make a real difference. We value collaboration, innovation, and commitment, and we are building a team of staff who want to be part of something special.
At The Prescot School, you will find:
- A supportive and ambitious leadership team.
- A strong culture of professional development.
- Students who are increasingly aspirational and proud of their school.
- A chance to shape the future of a school on its journey to excellence.
About The Heath Family Trust:
Join The Heath Family Trust and be part of our commitment to giving our pupils the best start in life, a mission deeply rooted in our core values. Here, you'll find a supportive environment where we collectively hold ourselves and each other to the highest standards.
We value:
• Clarity: ensuring clear communication and purpose in all we do.
• Collaboration: fostering teamwork and shared success across all levels.
• Accountability: championing a culture where we all take ownership and responsibility.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Prescot School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
By engaging in the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2022.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Prescot School
- School type
- Academies, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 915 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Prescot School website
- Email address
- recruitment@theheathfamily.org.uk
The Prescot School is situated in a state of the art, 21st century building, situated on the outskirts of Prescot, approximately ten miles from Liverpool City Centre. We are an 11-16 school which opened in September 2016 as a convertor Academy, linked to the outstanding ‘The Heath Family Trust’.
Our ethos of high aspiration, support and challenge permeates every aspect of our work. Students are challenged and supported by a team of dedicated and professional teachers who strive to achieve the absolute best for the students they teach with high expectations of all individuals at all times.
Our positive and caring atmosphere, backed by excellent resources, makes this a wonderful place to build your career in a supportive learning environment.
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