Head of History

• Good degree in an appropriate discipline related to History • Teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • Strong and secure subject knowledge in History up to GCSE and/or A Level • Evidence of good student examination results • Recent and relevant teaching experience • Experience of assessment at key stage 3 and 4 • Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students • Good understanding of curriculum developments in History • Experience of leading a team • Excellent classroom practitioner that can model best practice • Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies • Understands how assessment for learning can improve student performance • Understands principles of quality learning, teaching and assessment including Academy review and

self-evaluation • Able to apply effective practice and research evidence to improve outcomes • Confident in the use of standard ICT packages and how these can be used to enhance student

learning • Able to use student level data to raise standards • Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team • Strong enthusiasm for your subject area • Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and try new approaches and ideas