Head of Humanities

Location

Enfield, Greater London | United Kingdom

Job description

Lea Valley Academy is an 11-19 academy with 880 students on roll. Lea Valley Academy is a member of the EdAct. 

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed Head of Humanities to lead a dedicated team of subject specialists, at our school which is fast gaining a reputation for providing outstanding support for staff and students.  The Humanities faculty is newly formed and consists of Geography, History, RE, Health & Social Care and Social Sciences. Applicants with a background in any of these subjects will be welcomed. The Humanities team are proud of our newly developed curriculum, and now seek to further embed excellent practice to support students to reach their potential.  

This is an excellent opportunity to develop leadership skills in preparation for a substantive part, possibly at Lea Valley Academy. The Head of Faculty will lead a team of approximately 10-12 teachers including a number of Head of Subjects (Geography, History and Religion and Life).

Lea Valley Academy is looking for an inspirational leader who motivates pupils and staff alike to always strive to do their best and continue the development work needed with the GCSEs and A Level courses. We aim to recruit a committed and ambitious professional who is keen to develop their talents and leadership experience to lead this Faculty. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring senior leader. We are a modern forward thinking school with excellent on site facilities.

Lea Valley Academy is a mixed, multicultural, school with a genuinely comprehensive intake. We are a good school with outstanding aspects and we enjoy teaching well-motivated students.

The school is in an exciting stage of its development and we welcome applications from people who want to become part of a consistently improving school.

Apply online direct through TES or download an application pack from the school website or email us at [email protected]

Applications are to be received no later than 9am, Thursday 21st March 2024

Interviews to be held early the following week

CVs will not be accepted as formal application

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