Head of Department History

Overview

Mossbourne Port Side Academy seeks a Head of Department – History. This role is part of the Mossbourne Federation, a network of seven academies that provide outstanding education to the children of Hackney and Thurrock. The successful candidate will be passionate about history education, have the drive and ambition to lead and manage a department, and will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). They will bring a proven track record of successful teaching across different key stages and a belief that all students can succeed in history. Excellent knowledge of GCSE History and the ability to teach another subject in the Learning Area as part of their timetable are required.

Federation Academies

• Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney
• Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock
• Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy (MHLA) primary, Thurrock
• Mossbourne Parkside Academy (MPA) primary, Hackney
• Mossbourne Port Side Academy (MPSA) secondary, Thurrock
• Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) primary, Hackney
• Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) secondary, Hackney

Role Overview

The Head of Department will lead and manage the History department, set high expectations, drive curricular advancement, and support teachers in delivering innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. The role requires organisational excellence, energy, and willingness to go the ‘extra mile’ to achieve outstanding outcomes for all learners.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). • Proven track record of successful teaching across different key stages. • Excellent knowledge of GCSE History. • Ability to teach another subject in the Learning Area as part of the timetable.

Benefits

• Private healthcare fully paid by the Federation
• Early finish on Friday – secondary academies
• Hybrid working for planning and preparation time – primary academies
• The Mossbourne Allowance
• Free lunches
• Free staff fitness classes and/or use of onsite gym – secondary academies
• Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes
• Discounts at local restaurants
• Discounted gym membership with ability to spread membership costs
• Saturday and holiday paid programme
• Special leave scheme (additional paid time off)
• Staff appreciation awards and events
• First‑rate professional development and career opportunities
• Financial support for career development
• ‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff
• Remuneration for exam board marking
• Tea, coffee and refreshments provided during the week
• Terms and conditions apply for some benefits

EEO Statement

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We have committed to becoming an Anti‑Racist organisation and welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal. The Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. You can follow us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/mossbourne-federation/ Find more about working with Mossbourne Federation in our Federation Recruitment and Employee Experience Brochures.