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Leader of History

Leader of History

The Marches School

Shropshire

  • £25,591 - £41,604 per year
  • Expired
Salary:
MPR/UPR plus TLR2a (currently (£2,873)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
1st September 2021
Apply by:
16 May 2021

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for an inspirational and ambitious Leader of History to join our successful team. We are seeking an innovative and motivational Leader of History with excellent subject knowledge and the desire and commitment to raise achievement of students at all levels.  We are looking to appoint a talented Historian with the strong leadership skills required to lead a highly skilled and enthusiastic team in the continued development of a high quality History curriculum.

The successful applicant must be qualified to teach History at GCSE and A Level. The ability to teach Sociology at A level would also be an advantage, although this is not essential. We are looking for a passionate and inspirational professional who would enjoy working in an exciting and rewarding environment and is prepared to contribute fully to school life.

In the Humanities Department we have:

• Well-equipped classrooms with a variety of interactive facilities

• An enthusiastic, ambitious and supportive department team 

• An excellent track record of high outcomes at all levels

• Hard working students and strong home/school partnerships

The Marches is a thriving school, dedicated to ensuring students feel fully supported in all that they do. Learning radiates well beyond the classroom, with a vast array of extra-curricular activities, trips and educational visits taking place each term. Facilities at the school are exceptional, providing students with access to state of the art ICT equipment, extensive sports facilities and fully equipped classrooms.

At The Marches School we can offer:

• An ‘Outstanding’ curriculum offering students a strong core entitlement in English, Mathematics and Science

• A full extra-curricular programme with opportunities for enrichment activities for all

• An excellent opportunity for continued personal development through our Talent Pathway

• A wide range of staff benefits

• Excellent resources and facilities

• An enthusiastic and supportive team of staff, parents and governors

The Marches School is a successful, forward-thinking 11-18 Academy, with 1,420 students currently on roll. Located in the attractive border town of Oswestry, the school enjoys a semi-rural location, within walking distance of the town centre. In 2013, The Marches opened its doors to the school's first ever Sixth Formers and now delivers a broad range of A Levels and boasts modern, spacious Sixth Form Facilities.

There will be an opportunity for those interested in applying, to visit the school on Thursday 6th May. If you would like to attend on this day or if you have any other queries, please email Georgina Hughes, Director of Humanities at: hughes.g@mar.mmat.org.uk  or ring her on 01691 664400.

For further information or to apply for the post please visit our online recruitment site via the school’s website www.marchesschool.co.uk  (Please note we do not accept CVs). 

Closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 16th May 2021.

Interviews will be held on Friday 21st May 2021.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.



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About The Marches School

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+44 1691 664400

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The Marches Academy Trust is a multi-academy sponsor based in Shropshire, which was developed from the highly successful Marches School. The Marches School is a National Leader of Education Support School and CEO, Sarah Finch, is a National Leader of Education.

As a single organisation, we believe firmly in collaboration and seek to bring schools together, respecting and learning from one another. We believe each school has their own strengths and we are committed to further developing their own individual identity, whilst sharing our core vision and values.

Headteacher

Alison Pearson

Our vision

Achievement through caring runs through every decision we make and we are proud of all we have to offer in our vibrant and happy learning community, from our transition programme into Year 7, right through to supporting students to secure university places at some of the top providers, in Year 13.

Ofsted

' Leaders, including governors, are ambitious to achieve the very best for all pupils. You are committed to achieving this through the school’s ethos of ‘achievement through caring’. You display determination in securing continuous improvement and have accurately identified improvement areas. Staff are overwhelmingly supportive of your priorities.'

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