An exciting opportunity has arisen for an outstanding Teacher of History to join Whitcliffe Mount School. Do you have what it takes to provide outstanding teaching and learning experiences in History for students of all abilities? The successful candidate should be an inspirational teacher and a strong practitioner; a committed and motivated individual who can inspire others to raise aspirations, through offering an exciting and ambitious curriculum.

As a Teacher of History you will be joining a department which is extremely popular at Key Stage 3 and 4, with 4 other specialist History teachers. The Humanities Faculty at Whitcliffe Mount includes 11 specialist teachers in total and, as part of wider faculty responsibilities, any candidates must be willing to teach RS and Geography at KS3. At Whitcliffe Mount, we want all our students to enjoy Humanities and to become confident, independent learners. We also want our staff to feel supported and inspired to achieve their personal best.

The ideal candidate will:

Be educated to degree level with QTS in their subject
Be an inspirational teacher and strong practitioner
Be passionate about supporting the Humanities Faculty in delivering ambitious learning and improving students levels of progress and attainment
Have a clear vision of the value of History in the education of young peopleand lead by example to help all to achieve their personal best
Love encouraging, motivating and inspiring children through the support they give in order to encourage their learning
Be committed to our ethos that all pupils can achieve at Whitcliffe Mount School
Have great references demonstrating they are a suitable candidate, safe to work with children.

At SHARE MAT, we aim to:

Equip our staff to deliver their best every day, our belief is that by Valuing People, Supporting Personal Best is the key;
Encourage all our pupils to go beyond what they think they can achieve, to enjoy learning, helping them to lead healthy and happy lives;
Ensure our staff are happy at work, taking pride in pupils progress and development;
Never stop improving, developing and sharing our practice with others;
Deliver training and guidance relevant to job role so expectations are understood and staff feel motivated;
Offer great benefits making us the employer of choice, including first class developmental opportunities for teaching staff led by one of our academies, Shelley College which is the Teaching School Hub for Kirklees and Calderdale.

Whitcliffe Mount School is one of eight academies within our trust and is part of a close-knit community well located for commute from Leeds, Huddersfield and Wakefield. Please do make arrangements to visit the academy if you wish to learn more before you apply, you will find it:

It is a vibrant place of learning and encouragement where children/young people are happy, settled and confident;
Has a broad and balanced curriculum that provides a memorable educational experience for all of its pupils;
Aims to equip pupils with the attributes and attitude they need for their next stage of education.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted. To apply, please complete an application form via the apply button.

Closing date: Thursday 17th October 2024

Interview date: w/c Monday 21st October 2024

SHARE MAT is committed to the Equalities Act 2010 and also to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and young people, by adhering to Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. All staff and volunteers are regularly trained regarding our expectations in keeping our students safe. An enhanced DBS is required for every post.

SHARE MAT comprises of Woodside Green Primary, Heaton Avenue Primary, Luck Lane Primary, Millbridge Primary, Royds Hall, Shelley College, Whitcliffe Mount School and Thornhill Community Academy. A central team provides operational support.

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