Teacher of Humanities​/History EDV​/LPA​/Lodge Park Academy Shetland Way Northa

Teacher of Humanities/History

Do you want to be part of a team who are committed to working together to deliver opportunities for all no matter what background? Do you want to work at a school that has ‘high expectations of what pupils can achieve’ and school where pupils are, ‘polite and respectful and try hard in lessons.’

Ofsted November 2023

We have a strong sense of purpose and are fervently committed to the achievement of every individual. We aim to provide a high-quality education in a safe, happy, caring and focused environment. We encourage all students to embody our values of ambition and aspiration, courage and resilience and gratitude and respect. We are intent on developing a love of learning amongst our students, offering them a broad and balanced curriculum, enhanced by a range of enrichment activities designed to support their personal growth.

We encourage all students to take responsibility for their own learning.

We are ambitious for every child, no matter what their background, prior attainment or needs. We are very proud of our community and believe we offer something exciting for those who join us. We have the privilege of working in a stimulating and dynamic school that engenders a culture that genuinely cherishes individuality, aims to instil creativity and independence. Underpinned by our values, we are student focused and we believe that there are no limits for outstanding learning and outstanding achievement.

We have high expectations of our students and staff, high aspirations for them and demonstrate complete belief in them all.

The town of Corby in situated in the north of the county and is close to the market towns of Stamford, Uppingham, Oakham and Market Harborough. There are good transport links to the southeast and the city of Leicester is only a 35 minute drive.

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Teacher of History to teach across all key stages (KS3-KS5)
for an April or September 2026 start
. The ability to teach Geography at KS3 level would be advantageous but is not essential. We are committed to providing high-quality professional development in both subject areas and welcome applications from candidates who are experienced in one but may wish to expand their expertise in the other. This position offers an excellent opportunity to broaden your skills and knowledge while contributing to a dynamic and supportive department.

This post is also suitable for a teacher looking to take on a pastoral responsibility. For the right candidate there is the potential for a whole school pastoral role. The Head of House role is a wonderful opportunity to hone your leadership skills and affect positive change in a family environment at Lodge Park Academy. The Head of House role at LPA operates in a similar way to a Head of Year post.

You will be responsible for working with approximately 130 students. You will work closely with a pastoral manager who is a non‑teaching member of staff attached to your house.

The successful candidate will:

• Have the capacity to generate energy and enthusiasm for learning
• Be able to raise achievement through motivating, challenging and inspiring our students;
• Be a reflective and resilient practitioner
• Have a commitment to inclusion;
• Help foster a culture of high expectations and achievement within the department;
• Have a commitment to the school’s ethos and vision
• Be able to establish strong relationships with students and staff
• Model professional standards across all areas of work.

Our schools work as a team and achieve great things through these partnerships. Our subject specialists, our trust-wide intranet, a common curriculum and our online learning resources all help us share knowledge and expertise simplifying work processes allowing staff to focus on high quality teaching.

We value our staff highly and take work/life balance seriously; we realise a happy staff is an effective staff. The leadership of the Academy is determined to create an environment where teachers can carry out their core role of delivering excellent lessons. We have a clear and simple behaviour policy that is easy to administer. If action is…