What skills and experience we're looking for
Head of History
The Head of History role is an exciting addition to the Gloucester academy team. You will be a part of the History team, which is made up of passionate teachers, teaching a very popular subject at Gloucester Academy, given a generous amount of curriculum time. The post holder will be an innovative and forward looking individual who can inspire students and contribute to an active Humanities team. You will teach pupils with a range of abilities to help achieve the best possible standards and personal development. Improving ourselves as teachers is paramount to the team through weekly PD sessions, subject knowledge enhancements, online courses, and exam conferences.
About Gloucester Academy & GLT
Gloucester Academy has an exceptional track record of improvement with results last year making us the 11th most improved school in the country. In our latest Ofsted inspection Gloucester Academy achieved Outstanding in Personal Development and Good in every other category putting it above the vast majority of schools in the area. Our Ofsted result is a testament to the dedication of all staff in the school, the students and the support of the community. Gloucester Academy is an exceptional and incredibly successful school and is looking for like minded individuals who are committed to making a difference.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
Main purpose of the role:
To create an appropriate working environment which promotes students’: Health; Safety; Enjoyment and Achievement; Positive Contributions; Economic Well-being; International Perspective.
Responsibilities:
• To work with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to promote inclusion, and equality of opportunity for both students and staff
• To share in the corporate responsibility for, and commitment to the safeguarding and promotion of the well-being and discipline of all students
• To progress the education and welfare of designated groups of students in accordance with the prevailing School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document, having due regards to the requirements of the National Curriculum, the aims, objectives and schemes of work of the Academy/Learning Area, Year Cohort, and any policies of the Academy Trust
• To impact on the educational progress beyond one’s own assigned students
• To Lead, develop and enhance the teaching practice of others including participation in performance management/appraisal arrangements
• To contribute to curriculum planning and delivery as applicable
• To monitor teaching and learning as part of the Academy’s self-evaluation process (to include lesson observation)
• Making available full, up-to-date schemes of work, for the subject within the Learning Area, for use internally and externally as required
• Advising on appropriate classroom management
• Advising regarding allocation of students to teaching groups within the Learning Area/Year following appropriate consultations
• Advising regarding allocation of staffing for timetabling purposes
• Controlling expenditure allowances and fulfilling the Academy’s budgeting expectations
• The usage, storage and security of all facilities and resources
• Ensuring the maintenance of relevant inventories according to Academy policies
What the school offers its staff
What’s in it for you:
• A supportive ethos and concern for the well-being of all colleagues
• Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression
• Employer contributions to Local Government (LGPS) or Teachers Pension Scheme
• Access to Blue Light Card Scheme
• Access to Teacher Art Pass Scheme (teaching staff only)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Gym membership scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free eye tests
• Car benefit scheme
• My Health discounts
Further details about the role
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday 6th April 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Greenshaw Learning Trust are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check.