Head of Humanities with History

11-18 Mixed Comprehensive 1847 on roll

Are you a dynamic leader and creative, passionate and inspirational about Humanities and History in particular?

We are seeking to appoint a Head of Humanities and History who has the capacity to enthuse, engage and inspire our young people through strong subject knowledge; someone who thrives on collaboration and teamwork; a committed, dynamic professional with high levels of personal motivation and ambition.

As Head of the Humanities Faculty, you will want to make a difference and want to lead a committed team of professionals and become part of an inspiring and nurturing team, who is always looking for ways to make learning as engaging as possible for students, whilst supporting them to progress to their full potential.

Rainhill High was graded as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in February 2023. 

As a driven individual who can bring excellent leadership skills and outstanding teaching to Rainhill, you will have a proven track record of improvement as an inspirational and experienced practitioner securing outcomes across the key stages and possibly some existing leadership experience.

You will need to have excellent interpersonal skills with a genuine commitment to teaching and developing our student’s love of learning in these humanities areas. If you believe you have the skills and dedication to meet our standards, and be part of our pursuit of excellence, then we are the school for you. We are a popular and high-achieving school on the edge of Merseyside with a strong reputation locally and oversubscribed.

Our core values; Learn, Think, Contribute, Care, embody our determination to ensure that all our pupils receive a first-class education that enables them to take their place in society confidently.

Please find further details in our Applicant Information pack and by visiting our website  

Please return application forms to jobs@rainhillhigh.org.uk

Closing date for applications: 9am on Tuesday 7th May 2024

Interviews:                                   Tuesday 14th May 2024                              

Rainhill High School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion; where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosing & Barring Certificate and online searches as part of our Safer Recruitment & Selection Procedures.