Curriculum Leader of History
The King's School
Pontefract
- £28,000 - £43,685 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS plus TLR2c or TLR2d (£28,000 - £43,685 per annum, plus £5,021 TLR2c or £7,368 TLR2d)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2023
- Apply by:
- 17 April 2023
Job overview
Ref: SCH-PAT-0304
Required for September 2023
Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of eight schools: six primaries and two 11-16 secondary schools. Our mission is running high quality, high achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve.
The King’s School is proud to be part of Pontefract Academies Trust. As a school, we have a long history and rich heritage, which puts us at the forefront of the local educational landscape and beyond. At the heart of every outstanding school is a strong team. One of our top priorities is to attract exceptional staff to The King’s School, and we continue to recruit a number of highly gifted employees to join our team. Our primary focus is to instil a lifelong love of learning while creating confident learners who can live a life full of opportunity and choice.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, hardworking and committed Curriculum Leader of History to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategically leading the direction and development of the curriculum area in accordance with the aims and objectives of the school. They will raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the curriculum area by ensuring the provision of an appropriately relevant and differentiated curriculum for all students, and by developing and enhancing the teaching practice of others.
This is a 1 FTE, permanent contract, with a negotiable salary dependant on experience.
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic person who:
- has a friendly manner and can communicate effectively with staff and students.
- will make a difference in changing children’s life chances.
- has the skills and abilities to support children of all abilities and personal needs.
- can work effectively as part of a team but can also work independently using their own initiative.
- has the ability to form effective relationships with students and parents/carers.
To apply for this vacancy or view a job description please visit www.pontefractacademiestrust.org.uk/vacancies.
Please click here to read The King’s School vision and values page. Please click here to view the Trust strategic plan.
For more information or to discuss or arrange a potential visit please contact the school on 01977 601701 or via email at admin@kings.patrust.org.uk.
Completed application forms should be returned via the Face-Ed system no later than 10am on Monday 17th April 2023.
We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone. The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to ensuring children and young people are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks. Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.
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About The King's School
The King’s School - Be part of it, Be King’s!
As a proud member of Pontefract Academies Trust, The King's School is renowned for its strong reputation for educational excellence and consistently achieving strong academic results. Established in 1139, The King's School stands as a beacon of education for nearly nine centuries, offering a premier learning experience to the bright minds of Pontefract and beyond. We take great pride in being more than just a secondary school; we are a caring, high-performing community where students evolve into the best version of themselves, proudly carrying the legacy of The King's School.
With a remarkable history spanning over 850 years, our school is deeply rooted in tradition, but it is the people that make The King's School truly exceptional. Our students, with excellent behaviour and as the best ambassadors one could wish for, are a testament to our commitment to nurturing outstanding individuals. Our dedicated team of teachers and support staff, in collaboration with parents, strives to provide a first-class education, ensuring every student receives the opportunities they deserve.
An incredible culture
The King’s School is more than just a workplace; it is a great place to work. Our staff is the bedrock of our success- everything we achieve is attributed to their hard work and dedication, and we, therefore, ensure they are well looked after.
No matter your role, if you're a part of our school, your contributions will be genuinely valued. Everything we do at The King’s School is based on great relationships, and it is important to us that staff are happy in their work. This means a balance of challenge, support, recognition, and plenty of opportunities for development and career progression.
What people say about us
“The King’s School is a really lovely place to work. The students are well-mannered, polite and engaging. I have always felt well supported by my line manger, peers and have positive relationships with those I manage”. Middle Leader
“King’s is the place where I have rebuilt my confidence as a teacher and gained an abundance of knowledge and support in just 6 months. Coming from Ireland, I have struggled to find somewhere I felt I belonged and somewhere that would offer the time and understanding until I came here. The support and rapport from all members of staff is phenomenal!” Teacher
“The inspirational staff of Pontefract Academies Trust believes in the students, staff and community it serves – this shared belief creates an unrivalled positive culture which permeates across the whole Trust.” Senior Leader
“Ever since joining the King's School in my second year as an ECT, I've had consistent access to diverse training that directly influences my classroom practice. The relationships I've built with my subject mentor and the extensive support from the department have been invaluable in shaping and enhancing my teaching practice”. Early Careers Teacher
“Staff are passionate and knowledgeable. They teach lessons that are exciting and engage pupils”. Ofsted
“Staff who responded to Ofsted’s staff survey said they were proud to work at the school”. Ofsted
“95% of staff said they would recommend this school to prospective parents”. Staff Survey
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