Part-time Head of History

Salary Not Specified

Castle Court Preparatory School, Newtown, East Dorset

Part time
Temporary
Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 4 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: cb9b331d3fb84ecdaab6993927cf5103

Full Job Description

PART-TIME HEAD OF HISTORY

We are looking to appoint an energetic, enthusiastic and inspiring part-time Head of History who will continue to promote high academic standards in this subject. The successful candidate will develop pupils' knowledge and skills in History across Key stages 2 and 3, as well as promoting the PSB core skills of Thinking and Learning, Reviewing and Improving, Communication, Collaboration, Leadership and Independence. This role will also involve being a tutor. The ability to teach other subjects, particularly Maths or English would be an advantage.

JOB DESCRIPTION

To develop and deliver an engaging, meaningful and differentiated History curriculum to inspire all learners with PSB skills embedded throughout.

To ensure that Quality First Teaching is embedded throughout the department and meets the needs of all learners.

To monitor, evaluate and develop the curriculum, teaching, assessment and reporting within the History department.

To review curriculum planning to ensure that there is progression between key stages, with high standards and challenge for all.

To ensure that MTPs and resources are regularly updated to create a vibrant and engaging History curriculum.

To plan, prepare and deliver engaging and purposeful lessons which inspire pupils.

To monitor the progress of pupils within the department at individual and group level and ensure that appropriate targets are set.

To ensure that feedback is given in-line with the school's feedback policy and helps pupils to understand and act on the next steps needed.

To ensure that pupils attempting academic scholarships are appropriately prepared for these exams.

To liaise closely with the school's SENDCO to ensure that the needs of SEND pupils are met.

To use ICT creatively to engage learners and provide different ways for them to demonstrate their understanding.

To develop pupils' enthusiasm and love for the subject by contributing to enrichment opportunities for example, educational visits and extra-curricular activities.

To have responsibility for the administration and finance of the department:

Write, review and update departmental policy documents.

Write annual development plans and budget requests.

Manage departmental spending within the allocated budget.

To establish a positive and nurturing learning environment for all pupils.

To maintain high standards and expectations in terms of pupils' behaviour, ensuring that any incidences of poor behaviour are dealt with promptly in line with the school's Behaviour and Discipline policy.

To promote effective relationships with pupils and parents.

To maintain positive links with parents through regular and proactive communication.

To carry out the duties of a tutor including holding regular one-to-one conversations with tutees and ensuring that registration and tutor times are meaningful and purposeful.

Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school, raising any concerns following school procedures.

To support and promote the school's aims.

Abide by the school's Code of Conduct for staff.

Carry out break duties and other duties as necessary.

Participate in any relevant meetings/ professional development opportunities at the school.

To attend INSET, parents' evenings, open days and any other meeting/event as required by the Head.

To contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school.