Curriculum Area Leader (Head of Department) - Geography
Curriculum Area Leader - Geography (Head of Department) with the potential for additional responsibility for the right candidate
Salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR2b (£5,648)Closing date: 9am Monday 19 May 2025
Start date: September 2025
Interview dates: Short timeframe in order to appoint for September 2025
North Huddersfield Trust School is recognised by Ofsted as a 'Good' school and has been described in the most recent inspection as having “a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere.” We pride ourselves on the fact that the “diversity of the school and community is celebrated.” Our ambition for our students and our caring and nurturing approach to education within and beyond the classroom contributes to what makes our school a special place both for both staff and students.
We place great value on the fulfilment and well-being of our colleagues; our successes to date are in no small part down to their hard work, commitment and determination; our growing student roll enables us to provide opportunities for both personal and career development.
We are seeking to appoint a talented individual with a flair for leadership, innovation and a commitment to inclusion. As Curriculum Area Leader for Geography, we would like you to have a clear vision for driving progress, raising attainment and fostering a love for Geography in all our students.The successful candidate will demonstrate exemplary subject knowledge and curriculum awareness, a robust understanding of data and its application to bridge gaps in performance as well as a passion for Geography and a desire to make it accessible to all students.
It is essential that you are an outstanding classroom practitioner and an enthusiastic educationalist capable of providing aspirational leadership that gives all our students the very best educational experience.
We welcome interest from potential applicants who represent the diversity of our school and local community.
Informal conversations can be arranged with the Headteacher; please contact Nora Brown – nbrown@nhtschool.co.uk – to arrange.
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The closing date is 9am on Monday 19th May 2025.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
In line with KCSIE 2024 and guidance from The Safer Recruitment Consortium, shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.