History Teacher East Riding of Yorkshire

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out professional teacher duties as required, following academy policies and under the Principal’s direction.
• Promote high standards through effective History teaching and learning, including preparation, evaluation, and action planning.
• Model the academy’s vision and values.
• Be part of a team developing the academy to maintain outstanding status.
• Receive and act on feedback to improve personal performance.
• Contribute to implementing policies and promoting collective responsibility.
• Consider academy contextual factors and prior attainment when planning and teaching lessons.
• Support History across the curriculum using active learning approaches.
• Recognise, promote, and celebrate diversity.

Skills and Expertise

• Good degree in a relevant History discipline (A/C)
• Teaching qualification with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (A/C)
• Strong subject knowledge in History up to GCSE (A/I)
• Recent relevant teaching experience (A/I/R)
• Experience in assessment at key stage 3 and 4 (A/I/R)
• Awareness of strategies to improve student learning and achievement (A/I)
• Understanding of curriculum developments in History (A/I)
• Proficient in a range of teaching and learning strategies (A/I)
• Understanding of assessment for learning to improve student performance (A/I)
• Confidence using standard computer packages to enhance student learning (A/I)
• Ability to use student data to raise standards (A/I)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively (A/I)
• Enthusiasm for History (A/I)
• Creative problem-solving skills and willingness to try new approaches (A/I)
• Ability to relate to students empathetically and recognise safeguarding issues (A/I/R)
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) with students and parents (A/I/R)
• Ability to set high expectations for all students (A/I/R)
• Willingness to share good practice (A/I/R)
• Optional: Strong ICT skills (including SMART board or Promethean) (A/I/R)

Job Facilities/Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
• Minimum 34 days holiday (pro-rata for part-time, dependent on salary and service), including statutory holidays
• Access to Delta benefits with discounts
• Cycle to Work, car leasing, and technology schemes
• Employee Assistance helpline
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to a gym