Head of History
Uppingham School
Uppingham
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive salary plus benefits
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 15 November 2017
Job overview
History is a popular and thriving subject at Uppingham, with a strong academic record, so this is a perfect opportunity for an experienced History teacher to play a pivotal role in the History Department’s continued success.
Pupils choose to study History because they find it intellectually stimulating. They are willing to engage with complex ideas and find the teaching challenging and inspiring. Our aspirations mean that we are not just looking for an outstanding teacher to be our Head of History – capable of inspiring and leading pupils and staff – but someone who has the vision and energy to create the best and most innovative History Department in the country.
The History Department is in a strong place and we are looking for a person of real quality and inspiration to be its next leader. We need someone willing to invest energy and take an already strong subject to an even higher level. We want our teachers to be empowered to innovate and to challenge pedagogical paradigms.
In short, we are looking for someone with vision and the highest aspirations.
For further details about the role, the School and History at Uppingham please download the attached application pack.
To apply, please click the apply button.
Informal enquiries about the post may be made to the Deputy Head Academic, Ben Cooper, (01572 820607 or DHA@uppingham.co.uk).
Applications should reach the School by 9.00 am on Wednesday 15 November 2017. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 22 November 2017.
Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.
Attached documents
About Uppingham School
Uppingham School is a mixed, Church of England independent secondary school with sixth form and boarding, located in Leicestershire. The secondary school, situated in Uppingham has approximately 791 students on record.
Uppingham School was founded in 1584, originally as a school for boys. In 1975 girls were admitted, and it became fully co-educational as of 2001. The majority of students attending the secondary school are boarders.
Headmaster
Dr Richard J Maloney
Values and vision
Uppingham School wants to provide students with a varied and stimulating curriculum, while nurturing them to become happy, responsible and respectful members of the community. The Leicestershire secondary school focuses on developing individual talents and nurtures students to achieve to the highest of their ability to reach their full potential. Extra-curricular activities are encouraged for pupils to gain experience outside of the classroom across sport, theatre and the arts. The school’s main vision is for all students to feel a sense of belonging.
Independent School Inspectorate
“Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards work and study. They have good literacy skills at all ages and articulate ideas and opinions fluently. Work is generally presented neatly and pupils’ note-taking is effective. They develop good numeracy skills and their capacity to think critically is notable. Creative abilities are well developed and their exploration of ideas is particularly marked in their enrichment activities. Pupils’ study habits are good. In the lessons observed, pupils worked very well with each other, and also worked well independently. They enjoy their work and this stems in part from the good-natured atmosphere in lessons. Pupils use information and communications technology (ICT) proficiently.”
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