Head of Humanities

We have an excellent opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Head of Humanities, geography specialism, to join our friendly and forward-thinking team at Greater Peterborough UTC from September 2024. The ability to teach history at KS3, and PHSE subjects would be welcome, and applicants are requested to include their full experiences of teaching in their supporting statement. 

This is an ideal position for either an experienced teacher who wishes to develop their practice in a supportive and innovative environment or for an aspiring head of department wanting to start their leadership journey in a small school environment.

GPUTC teach from year 7-9 a full National Curriculum in history and geography.  Students then have the option to take one or both subjects at KS4 and we currently have small classes in each subject being taught at years 9 to11.

We are a proud STEM specialist, that recognises the value of offering a curriculum for those students that want to augment their STEM options with either geography or history GCSE subjects.

The successful candidate will work within a small team of specialist teachers in school and will have the opportunity to teach across key stages 3 and 4.  They will also have the opportunity of working with the Meridian Trust specialist Director of Geography who leads a supportive, collaborative and innovative subject specialist curriculum team across all of the Trust’s 13 secondary schools.

The opportunity to

• be an excellent classroom practitioner committed to Extending the Boundaries of Learning. GPUTC is committed to working with employers and comprehensive career education
• work closely with your subject team to contribute and adhere to the subject schemes of work
• set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge students
• play an active role in the maintenance of exceptional student behaviour
• deliver high quality teaching and pastoral support to all students  

The ideal candidate:

• An excellent classroom practitioner with outstanding subject knowledge in geography
• Able to teach pupils across key stages 3 and 4.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Qualified Teacher Status and degree in specialist subject
• Evidence of both curricular and pastoral responsibilities
• An excellent understanding and commitment to teaching standards, with the ability to provide stimulating and engaging learning experiences
• Ability to foster, promote, and maintain good relationships
• An excellent communicator and team player
• A creative thinker, with a positive and enthusiastic approach to work

Benefits of working for us: 

As a multi-academy trust of 30 schools, Meridian Trust can provide a wide network of opportunities for collaboration and career development for both teaching and support staff. With an initial teaching training facility and a teaching hub network within our Trust, there are ample opportunities to both, get into teaching, and develop within the profession.  

As well as the above we also offer: 

• extensive CPD opportunities within the school, including unlimited access to CPD via Meridian Learning 
• Free on-site parking
• Free annual eye tests
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme, offering mental health and wellbeing support
• Unlimited value cycle to work scheme  

To see the full range of benefits available, please visit Employee Benefits - Meridian Trust 

GPUTC is a small but growing school with a maximum capacity of 520 students, where every member of staff makes a profound difference to children’s life chances. We are particularly proud of the most recent Ofsted report where in October 2022 we were graded ‘Good’ in all areas The Ofsted report stated that:

• ‘Pupils behave well. They say they want to learn..’
• ‘Leaders are ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).’
• ‘The curriculum is well designed, and the content progressively builds upon pupils’ prior learning. This allows pupils, including sixth-form students, to develop important knowledge and skills over time..’
• 'Teachers have expert knowledge. They use subject-specific language. Pupils confidently use this language when talking about their learning..'
• 'Pupils respond well to leaders’ clear expectations of behaviour. As soon as they join the school, pupils feel well supported and build strong relationships with other pupils..'
• ‘Leaders provide opportunities for pupils, including those in the sixth form, to engage with employers, UTC sponsors and local universities. This gives them a solid foundation upon which to plan their next steps.’

GPUTC is part of the Meridian Trust, a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities. Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve. The Trust currently operates 30 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the application deadline.

The Trust is committed to diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Meridian is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.