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Subject Leader - history
Teaching
| Location: |
Twickenham |
| Salary: |
MPR/UPR plus TLR 2b
|
| Closing Date: |
Monday 05 May 2025 |
| Reference: |
SUBLEADHIST-210425 |
We are looking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic educator who can demonstrate confidence, experience, drive and commitment. Your leadership will articulate and develop the vision and strategic direction of the History Department and curriculum to promote outstanding teaching and learning and a love for history across KS3 and KS4.
We are seeking an individual who:
Hold QTS and are passionate about History education
Can teach History across KS3 and KS4/GCSE, with the ability to teach other Humanities subjects at KS3
Bring depth, curiosity, and rigour to their teaching, with a strong commitment to historical scholarship and pedagogy
Have experience or a strong interest in curriculum development and leading innovative practice in the Humanities
Are motivated by a strong moral purpose and unwavering ambition for every student
Are specialists in their subject, bringing both passion and expertise to the classroom
Thrive in a collaborative environment, working with colleagues to refine and share best practice
Are committed to innovation, always seeking new approaches to engage and challenge students
Have credibility and depth as a teacher, leading by example through high expectations and subject knowledge
Through our School Trust Partnerships, we provide the support needed for your ongoing professional growth and development.
Prospective candidates are welcome to discuss any questions that you may have prior to submitting your application; please contact Barbara Munro, PA to the Head Teacher at pa@rts.richmond.sch.uk.
The School/Trust reserves the right to commence the interview process at any time prior to the closing date so early application is recommended.
Safeguarding
The Richmond upon Thames School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be expected to complete an enhanced DBS check and to disclose any information relevant to Disqualification by Association.
Online searches
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, the school conducts online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of the process of assessing suitability. The purpose of the online search is to ensure that potential candidates are suitable for the role they have applied for and will not pose a safeguarding risk or damage the reputation of the school. The online search does not form part of the shortlisting process itself, and it will not be carried out by the interview panel. The search will only be carried out by individuals who are not involved in any other aspect of the recruitment process.
All relevant information uncovered will be discussed with the applicant at the interview, and no recruitment decision will be made solely on the basis of an online search. All candidates will be treated consistently, and no irrelevant information uncovered will be provided to the staff responsible for interviewing the job applicant.