Humanities Department Lead

Head of Humanities

Pay: Approx. £210 – £300 per day (dependent on experience, inclusive of leadership allowance)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 32.5 hours per week

This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Humanities teacher ready to take the next step into middle leadership, or an existing Head of Department looking for a fresh challenge.

As Head of Humanities, you’ll lead teaching and learning across Key Stages 3 and 4, shaping a curriculum that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and drives strong outcomes. You’ll guide assessment, support excellent classroom practice, and create a collaborative, ambitious culture within the department.

History experience is welcomed and encouraged, but applications from across all Humanities specialisms are very much encouraged.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading the Humanities curriculum across KS3 and KS4
• Supporting and inspiring a team of dedicated teachers
• Driving progress through thoughtful use of data and targeted interventions
• Embedding inclusive practice so every student feels supported and challenged
• Playing a key role in the wider life and leadership of the school

You’ll bring:

• Strong subject knowledge across Humanities and a clear understanding of curriculum development
• Proven classroom experience at KS3 and KS4, with evidence of strong outcomes
• The ability to lead, motivate, and support colleagues with confidence and empathy
• Clear communication and organisation skills, you know how to bring people with you
• A reflective mindset and a genuine commitment to professional development
• A strong belief in inclusion, equality, and safeguarding, always putting students first

This is a well-established 11–16 secondary school with a close relationship to a post-16 provision on the same site, creating a wider 11–18 community feel. The school serves a diverse intake and places real value on inclusion, student voice, and community.

Staff work hard to ensure students thrive academically while also growing as confident, compassionate young people who understand their place in the world. There’s a supportive, collaborative culture where people look out for one another and celebrate difference.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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