Deputy Head of Humanities
| Posting date: | 04 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 October 2025 |
| Location: | Wednesbury, West Midlands, WS10 8QJ |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6a39fbc0-2560-4d93-9aa6-5f898be9aeb9 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a talented and ambitious Deputy Head of Humanities to work alongside the Head of Humanities. The faculty consists of: Geography, History, RE, Citizenship. PSHE/CR across KS3, KS4 & KS5. The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge and a thorough understanding of curricular content and delivery.
• Ability to teach Geography or History to at least A level is desirable.
• The post holder will lead in the design and delivery of an engaging, challenging and progressive curriculum that inspires students to appreciate the subjects and their application.
• We are looking to appoint an inspirational practitioner who has a passion for working with students to help them achieve beyond their aspirations and to also be highly organised, energetic and have the personality and drive to inspire and lead.
• We would also welcome a colleague that has a presence in the classroom and someone seeking to be part of a strong team and wider school community.
• QTS
What the school offers its staff
Teacher & support staff pension schemes Continuous Professional Development
(CPD)
Training School Alliance
Networking opportunities
Specsavers Eyecare Voucher
Flu vaccine
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Medicash - Health Cash Plan:
• 24/7 GP Appointments & prescription services
• Dental treatment
• Optical care
• Physiotherapy
• Skinvision - skin health tracker
• A range of essential healthcare expenses
• Exclusive discounts on shopping & travel
Further details about the role
Main Duties
To support the Head of Humanities in the development of outstanding teaching pedagogy within the Humanities department
To develop the learning environment so as to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners in relation to the Academy mission and to ensure inclusiveness and equality of opportunity
To monitor and report progress on achievement of targets and take appropriate action to ensure that students potential is met
To manage the development of flexible methods of curriculum delivery and learning styles to contribute to raising standards within the learning area
To work with the Head of Humanities to review curricula for the subjects within the faculty
To work with the Head of Humanities to consider and adapt the curricula for each year group within all subject areas
To work with the Head of Humanities on syllabus, resources and examination boards for all subject areas
To lead development and change (where required) within the subject(s) alongside other colleagues within the learning area
To work with the Head of Humanities to take an overview of the quality of provision and plan interventions where required
To carry out other reasonable duties as directed by the line Manager
Commitment to safeguarding
Tove Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance check.
We are seeking to appoint a talented and ambitious Deputy Head of Humanities to work alongside the Head of Humanities. The faculty consists of: Geography, History, RE, Citizenship. PSHE/CR across KS3, KS4 & KS5. The successful candidate will have excellent subject knowledge and a thorough understanding of curricular content and delivery.
• Ability to teach Geography or History to at least A level is desirable.
• The post holder will lead in the design and delivery of an engaging, challenging and progressive curriculum that inspires students to appreciate the subjects and their application.
• We are looking to appoint an inspirational practitioner who has a passion for working with students to help them achieve beyond their aspirations and to also be highly organised, energetic and have the personality and drive to inspire and lead.
• We would also welcome a colleague that has a presence in the classroom and someone seeking to be part of a strong team and wider school community.
• QTS
What the school offers its staff
Teacher & support staff pension schemes Continuous Professional Development
(CPD)
Training School Alliance
Networking opportunities
Specsavers Eyecare Voucher
Flu vaccine
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Medicash - Health Cash Plan:
• 24/7 GP Appointments & prescription services
• Dental treatment
• Optical care
• Physiotherapy
• Skinvision - skin health tracker
• A range of essential healthcare expenses
• Exclusive discounts on shopping & travel
Further details about the role
Main Duties
To support the Head of Humanities in the development of outstanding teaching pedagogy within the Humanities department
To develop the learning environment so as to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners in relation to the Academy mission and to ensure inclusiveness and equality of opportunity
To monitor and report progress on achievement of targets and take appropriate action to ensure that students potential is met
To manage the development of flexible methods of curriculum delivery and learning styles to contribute to raising standards within the learning area
To work with the Head of Humanities to review curricula for the subjects within the faculty
To work with the Head of Humanities to consider and adapt the curricula for each year group within all subject areas
To work with the Head of Humanities on syllabus, resources and examination boards for all subject areas
To lead development and change (where required) within the subject(s) alongside other colleagues within the learning area
To work with the Head of Humanities to take an overview of the quality of provision and plan interventions where required
To carry out other reasonable duties as directed by the line Manager
Commitment to safeguarding
Tove Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance check.