Head of History
- Salary: M1 to U3 + TLR2b (£31,650 to £49,084 + £5,646)
- Working time: Full-time as specified within the STPCD
- Start date: September 2025
We are seeking an experienced and committed Head of History to join our school.
The Prescot School is situated in a state of the art, 21st century building, situated on the outskirts of Prescot, approximately ten miles from Liverpool City Centre. We are an 11-16 school which opened in September 2016 as a converter Academy linked to the outstanding ‘The Heath Family Trust’.
Our ethos of high aspiration, support and challenge permeates every aspect of our work. Students are challenged and supported by a team of dedicated and professional teachers who strive to achieve the absolute best for the students they teach, with high expectations of all individuals at all times.
Our positive and caring atmosphere, backed by excellent resources, makes this a wonderful place to build your career in a supportive learning environment.
The Head of History plays a critical role in the leadership and management of the History department, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality curriculum and promoting excellence in teaching and learning. The successful candidate will lead a team of teachers, creating a collaborative environment to develop students' understanding, skills, and confidence. This role is pivotal in shaping the department’s strategic direction and contributing to wider whole-school initiatives.
All information about the post and relevant documentation is available to download below. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mr S Mawdsley (Director of Services) on 0151 459 3580 or at recruitment.tps@prescotschool.org.uk.
- Closing date: Tuesday 20th May 2025 at 12 pm
- Interviews: Thursday 22nd May 2025
Please complete a letter of interest together with a job application form and an Equal Opportunities form and forward them to the following email account - recruitment.tps@prescotschool.org.uk
The Prescot School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
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