Head of Social Science (Maternity Cover)

Our department is made up of a team of enthusiastic and experienced teachers who are committed to providing high-quality education and inspiring students to have a love of Social Science. As the leader of the department, you will have the opportunity to teach a diverse student body and collaborate with other departments to instil a love of Social Science into our students. The department provides students with a rigorous and engaging education that prepares them for success in any field they choose to pursue.

You will oversee Sociology, Criminology, Citizenship and PSHE.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality, engaging Social Science education across all key stages. You will work closely with other heads of department to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to teaching and learning and will collaborate with external partners to build relationships and develop programs that extend beyond the classroom.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a deep understanding of the curriculum and its subjects, and a passion for sharing your knowledge with others. You will need to be an excellent communicator and have strong leadership and management skills, as well as the ability to motivate and inspire others.

Reporting

This role will report to the Assistant Principal

Staff Development

Our staff are important to us. We know that without great staff, our children will not be as successful. Therefore, Professional Learning is key to our success. As a new employee within the Trust, you will be supported by the Senior Directors of People and Professional Learning, alongside your line manager to realise your full potential. 'Our People Strategy is key to our success and integral to this is our commitment to equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion . Bringing this to life is the responsibility of every member of staff. We take seriously any behaviour which undermines it. Anyone applying to work with us, should share this commitment.’

We actively encourage applicants from colleagues from under-represented groups.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post falls within the scope of regulated activity. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS with list checks (and other relevant checks). It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.