Teacher of Humanities
| Posting date: | 09 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 May 2025 |
| Location: | Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4 4EY |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2800a714-804d-4d47-87cc-817784f2dd58 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Teaching Qualification
Good Honours degree or equivalent
A commitment to CPD
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES
A genuine belief in the value of each child
A knowledge of the GCSE specification of Religious Studies
A good knowledge and understanding of current curricular developments in Religious Studies
The ability to maintain a high standard of teaching which ensures all students are actively engaged in their learning and make excellent progress
The ability to establish an excellent climate for learning
The ability to work well in a team
High levels of commitment, motivation and initiative
Ability to use ICT to enhance the quality of learning within the classroom
The ability to relate well to all members of the school
Excellent communication skills
A warmth and empathy when dealing with young people
High personal standards and high expectations of themselves and others
A flexible approach to school life and someone who embraces change
A solutions focussed approach
Experience of teaching at KS3 and KS4
An excellent health and attendance record
An ability and willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities
A sense of humour
APPLICATION AND LETTER
The letter should be clear and concise (no more than two sides) with organised views
The letter should address the requirements of the post and clearly indicate why you have applied for this position
Application form should be fully completed and clearly legible
What the school offers its staff
WELLBEING & MENTAL HEALTH
OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY STATEGY
At Haslingden High School and Sixth Form we are committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our students and staff through our proactive approach in advocating positive mental health.
Our long-term strategy:
• Prioritise staff metal health
• Support staff to take responsibility for their own and others wellbeing
• Give leaders access to the tools and resources to support wellbeing
• Revisit the communications policy
• Ensure staff have a voice in decision making
• Drive down unnecessary workload
• Champion flexible working and diversity
• Create a good behaviour culture
• Support staff to progress in their careers
• Protect leaders´ wellbeing and mental health
• Hold ourselves accountable for measuring staff wellbeing through the Positive Workplace Survey
Further details about the role
Haslingden High School
Humanities Faculty
The Humanities Faculty is a large faculty consisting of 20 subject staff, including 4 colleagues who have responsibility as Subject Leaders in history, geography, RS, and the social sciences. The subjects taught within the faculty are:
History (all key stages)
Geography (all key stages)
Religious Studies (all key stages)
Sociology (key stage 5)
Psychology (key stage 5)
Law (key stage 5)
Criminology (key stage 5)
Economics (key stage 5)
Such subjects, by their very nature, offer students the opportunity to develop an excellent level of knowledge and understanding as well as encouraging a questioning approach to a range of issues from the past, present and future. Humanities subjects help students to make moral, spiritual and intellectual sense of the world around them. The subjects on offer within Humanities also equip students for a number of career options and further study. A significant number of students opt to read Humanities subjects at university reflecting the standard of teaching and learning within the faculty as well as the enthusiasm created by our talented and hardworking staff.
At the heart of both Haslingden High and the approach adopted by the Humanities Faculty is the notion that each and every student should have the opportunity to achieve both academically as well as develop into a well-rounded and informed member of society. Humanities subjects make a significant contribution to both of these areas.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. All employees and volunteers are required to have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check prior to starting work at Haslingden High School.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Teaching Qualification
Good Honours degree or equivalent
A commitment to CPD
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES
A genuine belief in the value of each child
A knowledge of the GCSE specification of Religious Studies
A good knowledge and understanding of current curricular developments in Religious Studies
The ability to maintain a high standard of teaching which ensures all students are actively engaged in their learning and make excellent progress
The ability to establish an excellent climate for learning
The ability to work well in a team
High levels of commitment, motivation and initiative
Ability to use ICT to enhance the quality of learning within the classroom
The ability to relate well to all members of the school
Excellent communication skills
A warmth and empathy when dealing with young people
High personal standards and high expectations of themselves and others
A flexible approach to school life and someone who embraces change
A solutions focussed approach
Experience of teaching at KS3 and KS4
An excellent health and attendance record
An ability and willingness to contribute to extra-curricular activities
A sense of humour
APPLICATION AND LETTER
The letter should be clear and concise (no more than two sides) with organised views
The letter should address the requirements of the post and clearly indicate why you have applied for this position
Application form should be fully completed and clearly legible
What the school offers its staff
WELLBEING & MENTAL HEALTH
OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY STATEGY
At Haslingden High School and Sixth Form we are committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our students and staff through our proactive approach in advocating positive mental health.
Our long-term strategy:
• Prioritise staff metal health
• Support staff to take responsibility for their own and others wellbeing
• Give leaders access to the tools and resources to support wellbeing
• Revisit the communications policy
• Ensure staff have a voice in decision making
• Drive down unnecessary workload
• Champion flexible working and diversity
• Create a good behaviour culture
• Support staff to progress in their careers
• Protect leaders´ wellbeing and mental health
• Hold ourselves accountable for measuring staff wellbeing through the Positive Workplace Survey
Further details about the role
Haslingden High School
Humanities Faculty
The Humanities Faculty is a large faculty consisting of 20 subject staff, including 4 colleagues who have responsibility as Subject Leaders in history, geography, RS, and the social sciences. The subjects taught within the faculty are:
History (all key stages)
Geography (all key stages)
Religious Studies (all key stages)
Sociology (key stage 5)
Psychology (key stage 5)
Law (key stage 5)
Criminology (key stage 5)
Economics (key stage 5)
Such subjects, by their very nature, offer students the opportunity to develop an excellent level of knowledge and understanding as well as encouraging a questioning approach to a range of issues from the past, present and future. Humanities subjects help students to make moral, spiritual and intellectual sense of the world around them. The subjects on offer within Humanities also equip students for a number of career options and further study. A significant number of students opt to read Humanities subjects at university reflecting the standard of teaching and learning within the faculty as well as the enthusiasm created by our talented and hardworking staff.
At the heart of both Haslingden High and the approach adopted by the Humanities Faculty is the notion that each and every student should have the opportunity to achieve both academically as well as develop into a well-rounded and informed member of society. Humanities subjects make a significant contribution to both of these areas.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. All employees and volunteers are required to have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check prior to starting work at Haslingden High School.