Second in Humanities

Being part of Outwood Academy Freeston, Normanton is about bringing high-quality opportunities and experiences to our diverse school. We wish to employ someone who can provide meaningful engagement and help all children and staff thrive in the areas they work in. 

We are seeking to appoint a self-motivated and passionate candidate who can fulfil the role of Second in Humanities with a Lead in Geography. We are proud of our Humanities curriculum: it has been designed to capture the vast and impressive aspects of life that we seek to pass on to the students in our care. 

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers.  

The Second in Humanities is responsible for aspects of teaching and learning throughout the Academy alongside the Head of Humanities. This involves the leadership and support of the staff, as well as the management, organisation and administration of the work of the department. 

About the Humanities Department 

The Humanities department is a well-established department consisting of seven teachers of History and Geography. We are a friendly, close-knit team who work cohesively, planning and sharing resources to ensure we put students first and provide the very best lessons for our students. It is an exciting time in our department as we have recently redesigned our KS3 curriculum, which is engaging and innovative, enabling us to get the very best out of our students. Within Geography, we have the opportunity for students to complete exciting fieldwork, and we study the AQA Geography specification at GCSE. This specification offers students the chance to explore topics such as climate change, poverty, deprivation and the challenge of sustainable resource use, as well as considering different viewpoints, cultures and attitudes. The curriculum is focused around our five Core Concepts: Human Development, Physical Processes, Human & Physical Interactions, Climate Change, and Sustainability. 

As well as support from our fantastic team, there is also the opportunity to gain support from other areas in the trust. This includes CPD from the Geography Unlocked programme, which offers bespoke sessions on how to develop your Geography teaching. Furthermore, you will also have the chance to develop yourself as a middle leader by attending development days to network with Directors and other middle leaders across the trust. Subject Directors are also available to provide specific support for new curriculum concepts and topics being covered. 

Main responsibilities:

• To assist the Head of Humanities in setting, monitoring and evaluating the subject pupil attainment targets to make a measurable contribution to whole-school targets and student progress.
• To act as a role model in leading subject staff through their own high-quality teaching, continuous professional development and professional presence in the department.
• To assist the Head of Humanities in curriculum development to ensure the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high-quality and cost-effective curriculum programme.
• To assist the Head of Humanities in providing regular feedback for subject colleagues in a way which recognises good practice and supports their progress against performance management objectives, resulting in a tangible impact on student learning and progress.

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression.
• Generous pension scheme.
• An Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free eye tests.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Green car scheme.
• Being part of a great team and an expanding organisation.

Our single goal is ‘Students First’, and you will be joining a strong team of professionals working to this sole aim.  

We pride ourselves on strong leadership, excellent outcomes and high expectations of all. You will be well supported by an experienced team of teachers and Directors as you work to raise attainment levels and offer an engaging curriculum experience.  

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Closing date: 10.00am on 25 April 2025.

Interview date: 30 April 2025.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.