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Head of Humanities

Head of Humanities

St Mary's Catholic High School

Croydon

Salary:
MPS/UPS + TLR2
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
Easter or September 2023
Apply by:
21 February 2023

Job overview

The Governors are looking to appoint a Head of Department for Humanities ( Geography specialist preferred)

The closing date for applications (Easter start) is Tuesday, 21 February at 5.00pm.

We are looking for somebody who has the ability to successfully lead and manage a team of staff in the Humanities Department. Humanities includes Geography, History and Citizenship and sits within the World Studies Faculty. The successful candidate should have a passion to promote the humanities subjects, both in the classroom and in enrichment activities, instilling in all students a love for learning.

The successful candidate should be a qualified, motivated, and ambitious leader with the highest personal and academic standards who is an outstanding practitioner, with high expectations and a record of achieving the best outcomes from their students.

The school is looking to appoint a candidate who is also committed to enrichment and extra-curricular activities in order to help develop the talent and abilities of our students, as well as contributing to developing important links with our local primary schools.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:

  • Has a passion for Humanities and who can nurture the talents of our students across the school 
  • Is committed to enrichment and extra-curricular activities 
  • Is a confident team player who understands the importance of positive relationships 
  • Is a selfless individual, putting the needs of students above all else. 
  • is proactive and hardworking, with the confidence to seek solutions to problems first as opposed to passing them on. 
  • Is an outstanding communicator with all stakeholders. 
  • Determined and patient, with the willpower to see things through. 
  • Is an outstanding practitioner who leads by example, with the ability to listen and self-reflect. 
  • Is highly organised, with the ability to work under pressure to deadlines. 
  • Is inspirational, creative, and innovative. 
  • Is passionate about helping move our school from ‘good’ to ‘outstanding’.


WHY CHOOSE US?

St Mary's Catholic High School is an 11-16, co-educational, comprehensive school based in the heart of Croydon. It has been serving the local community since its foundation in 1851. The school prides itself on its diverse and harmonious school community, where students feel safe and well cared for, with leaders who expect all pupils to achieve highly, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and speakers of other languages who are beginning to learn English. Our school is in a well-connected location, just a few minutes’ walk from East and West Croydon Stations and other local transport hubs connecting the region.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of outstanding teachers, to observe and share good practice on a regular basis. We take great pride in the opening comment our recent Ofsted inspection (Nov 2021) which stated that: "St Mary’s Catholic High School is a deeply caring community. Its pupils and staff live up to their core values of being welcoming, serving others and working hard." In addition, they recognised that, 'Pupils like coming to school and enjoy learning. They feel safe here and know that staff go the extra mile to check their whereabouts and well-being.'

Our school curriculum is broad and balanced and offers students and staff the opportunity to participate in a wide range of enrichment and extra-curricular activities. We care about staff work-life balance throughout the school and ensure that there is equality of opportunity for career progression and development. in recent years staff have progressed to senior leadership positions at the school and locally, including headship.

WHAT WE OFFER: 

  • MPS + TLR2 
  • A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability. 
  • A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn. 
  • Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop 
  • Onsite parking 
  • Leadership development and early promotion opportunities for the right candidates

Potential candidates for this role are warmly invited to visit the school or to contact the Headteacher for more information.

For more information, please visit our school website.

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About St Mary's Catholic High School

St Mary's Catholic High School is an 11-16, co-educational, comprehensive set in the heart of Croydon. It has been serving the local community since its foundation in 1851. The school prides itself on its diverse and harmonious school community, where students feel safe and well cared for, with leaders who expect all pupils to achieve highly, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and speakers of other languages who are beginning to learn English.

In the summer of 2022, students at St Mary's achieved outstanding GCSE and vocational examination results, with a Progress 8 score well above both local and national averages. These results were some of the very best in the school's 171 year history. As a result of recent inspections, and performance in public examinations, St Mary's school roll is increasing as parents recognise the quality of education on offer at the school.

In November 2021, Ofsted once again rated the school as 'Good', stating:

"St Mary’s Catholic High School is a deeply caring community. Its pupils and staff live up to their core values of being welcoming, serving others and working hard."

"Pupils like coming to school and enjoy learning. They feel safe here and know that staff go the extra mile to check their whereabouts and well-being."

In December 2021, the Diocesan Section 48 Inspection also rated the school as 'Good', stating:

"The extent to which pupils contribute to and benefit from the Catholic Life of the school is outstanding."

"Pupils derive great benefit from attending this highly inclusive school where pupils feel safe and secure. There is a clear focus from the leadership team on the preferential treatment of the poor and disadvantaged."

Why work for us?

St Mary's Catholic High School is:

  • situated in the heart of Croydon
  • a seven minute walk from East Croydon Station
  • a five minute walk to West Croydon Station
  • next to the Croydon Tram system, connecting Wimbledon, Beckenham and the surrounding area
  • close to excellent shopping and local amenities
  • provides on-site parking for staff.

St Mary's staff benefit from:

  • a collaborative approach and positive relationships
  • strong strategic leadership
  • support from managers and colleagues
  • equality of opportunities for staff
  • appreciation of staff achievement and contribution
  • induction of new staff and ongoing development for ECT
  • students' respect for staff and others
  • support for career progression
  • links with St Mary's University for professional development (10 members of staff have either completed or progressing on the MA in Catholic School Leadership)
  • generous local authority pension scheme for support staff.

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