Description Teacher of History Academy: Outwood Academy Haydock Start Date: September 2025 Salary (Actual Salary): M1 - U3 Working Pattern: Full time with part time considered About the Academy: Outwood Academy Haydock is an 11-16 academy, based in the former mining village of Haydock, within the large Merseyside town of St Helens, and we are proud to say that our recent OFSTED inspection in September 2024 cited that the school is ‘good’ in all areas and that we all “share a moral purpose to always put our students first”. Part of the Outwood Family since 2022, we are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning. We are proud of our curriculum, which is designed to stretch and enrich our students’ experience, and coupled with our relentless focus on learning ensures everyone has the right to learn. We believe that learning should be both enjoyable and enriching. With a holistic view of education, we aim to create a safe and secure learning community that encourages healthy and sustainable lifestyles and empowers students to pursue career pathways they will find stimulating and deeply rewarding. About the Department: The History Department at Outwood Academy Haydock is an innovative and successful department. You'll join a dedicated team of expert teachers, passionate about delivering outstanding lessons within our humanities department. Our enthusiastic educators are further supported by our highly skilled and experienced History Directors providing continuous CPD and individual support. The department boasts an exceptionally well-resourced and culturally rich curriculum, featuring cutting-edge classroom technologies that empower teachers to deliver dynamic and inspiring learning experiences. We nurture a close-knit and supportive team environment – a true family dedicated to maximising the potential of every student and equipping them with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the future. The department has made significant strides in recent years all of which were in line with or above national averages. We have also expanded our curriculum offer, ensuring a broad and varied historical education for all students, encompassing both British and global history from a variety of perspectives. We are a highly successful department with a tremendous track record in extra-curricular activities. We are now seeking to appoint another vibrant and dynamic History teacher to join our fantastic team. We are totally committed to providing the very best education for every child, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive learning environment. We aim to instil a love of history and a curiosity about the past in every child in our care. As we continue to improve and progress, help to take us to the next level. Our Commitment: As a member of the Outwood Family of Schools, we believe in putting Students First, raising standards, and transforming lives. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks. To view the full job description please click here. To view the person specification please click here. For further information or to arrange a visit to the academy, please contact Michelle Heaton, Head of Humanities, by email at m.heatonhaydock.outwood.com who will be happy to assist.