Subject Leader of History

We are seeking to appoint a permanent and full time Subject Leader of History who has excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for the subject. The successful candidate will be committed to high achievement for all students as well as ensuring students leave our school with an exciting future. In this pivotal role in our school you will take responsibility for ensuring an effective subject area which meets the core purposes shown below: Developing and implementing an effective and engaging curriculum, including both academic content and engaging students in the wider aspects of your subject which develop the whole person Ensuring students achieve excellent progress and attainment in your subject, along with providing opportunity to access aspirational destinations in your subject Lead on developing a highly reflective subject area (Honest evaluation) which consistently evaluates impact, builds on successes and works for continuous improvement. This includes ensuring the very best evidence based teaching and learning for the benefit of all students In summary you will work to excite students and staff regarding the value of your subject, work to ensure students achieve excellent results and support all into aspirational destinations. Please visit our website and see the attached documents for further information on the school and the role. We welcome any candidate who may wish to visit for an informal tour or conversation in advance of applying. If you would like to take up this opportunity, please contact Mrs Annable to arrange. Northfleet Schools for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. For any candidate who is shortlisted, an online search will be conducted in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 statutory guidance. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974 We reserve the right to withdraw this advert before the published closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed before.