Curriculum Leader of History
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College
Cheshire East
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS/UPS + TLR 2b
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Required from September 2017
- Apply by:
- 29 March 2017
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an inspirational teacher of History to join Sandbach High School & Sixth Form College as Curriculum Leader of History.
This 11-18 school is a high achieving converter academy which has been judged as Outstanding in three successive inspections. The truly comprehensive intake of pupils in both main school and in the large Sixth Form achieve significant valued added progress during their time at the school. Years 7 to 11 are girls and we have both boys and girls in our Sixth form.
Uptake of History GCSE and both Modern and Early Modern A level courses is very strong. We recently expanded to offering Politics A level in addition to both History courses. The Curriculum Area has also taught the Ancient History element of Classical Civilisations A level. Staff are encouraged to contribute to the vibrant, wider life of the school community and access professional development of the highest standard. The Curriculum Areas a wide variety of extra-curricular visits and trips.
The successful applicant will be joining a strong, innovative department, which consistently provides a stimulating curriculum that challenges all pupils to achieve highly.
An enthusiastic, professional classroom practitioner, you will be able to create a stimulating learning environment in order to secure the progress of all pupils during an enjoyable learning experience.
Applications are invited from historians with an interest in any period, but the ability to offer an additional subject at KS3 or KS4 would be an advantage. Full support is offered to new entrants to the teaching profession.
For further details, please visit: sandhigh.co.uk > our school > job vacancies.
Completed forms should be sent to Mrs J Street, Bursar: JStreet@sandhigh.cheshire.sch.uk
Closing date: 1.00pm on Thursday, 30th March 2017.
Sandbach High School & Sixth Form College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check.
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About Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College
- Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College
- Middlewich Road, Sandbach
- Cheshire
- CW11 3NT
- United Kingdom
Our Learning Community
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College enjoys a pleasant situation in the historic market town of Sandbach. As a community we work together to create a secure and friendly environment in which individuals can grow intellectually, emotionally and socially.
We take pride in being a caring and well-ordered community where everyone is encouraged to develop self-awareness and personal responsibility and play a full part in the life of the school. Our Code of Conduct is based on respect, courtesy and consideration. We make sure that students who work hard, help others and show responsibility in their behaviour are properly recognised through our awards system. Commitment and success in sport or music are celebrated in the award of distinctive colours badges.
Our extensive curriculum is broad and balanced, giving all students the opportunity to develop their potential. A wide range of learning and teaching strategies is used to actively involve students in the learning process. Progress is carefully assessed and monitored.
Our Students
Young people entering Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College join a community which aims to put their wellbeing first. Students have a dedicated Pupil Reception area and on-site careers advisers as well as access to specialist counselling services and health professionals.
Each year group is guided by a team of form tutors led by an Achievement Coordinator. Their aim is to ensure that every individual makes progress in their achievement and personal development.
We listen to the views of our students . An extensive student questionnaire is used to inform school improvement planning and members of the school council play an important role in representing the pupil voice and contribute to the decision-making process.
Students were consulted about changes to the school uniform and the findings of student voice projects about learning and teaching are influential.
Our extensive programme of enrichment activities provides further opportunities for students personal development.
Outside the classroom.
We believe that a full involvement in school life fosters confidence, self-esteem and positive attitudes so we offer a very varied programme of extra-curricular activities. These take place at lunchtime, after school and in the holidays. We also encourage involvement in fundraising and other community projects and are proud of our students record of helping others.
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