At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the History department and inspire students to achieve their best.
- Company: Join Northern Education Trust, a dynamic charitable education Trust focused on school improvement.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional development, and employee perks like free flu vaccinations.
- Other info: Flexible working options and excellent career progression opportunities across our schools.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Passionate about teaching with leadership skills and a drive for student success.
The predicted salary is between 32916 - 51048 £ per year.
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary Range: MPS1–UPS3 + TLR2b £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 + £5872
Working Type: Full Time
Base: North Road, Hetton-le-Hole, Houghton-le-Spring, DH5 9JZ
Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Northern Education Trust (NET) is a charitable education Trust with a good track record for school improvement. The Trust sponsors 30 academies; 17 secondary and 13 primaries across the North of England in fourteen Local Authority regions.
Hetton Academy are seeking a Head of Department for History to start as soon as possible due to the promotion of the current postholder. Applications are welcome from enthusiastic, successful candidates with a passion for improving outcomes and leading a team. The Academy has undergone rapid and continuous improvement since joining NET in 2022 and we have celebrated KS4 results that are well above the national average as well as being amongst the top performing schools in the North East.
If you are a passionate teacher who can engage students in their learning and have leadership skills to help develop a strong and experienced team, we want to hear from you. Visits to the Academy are welcomed so that you can meet our amazing students and our inspirational teachers.
Northern Education Trust offers:
- The opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools, should you wish in the future;
- The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole school leadership project;
- The support and expertise of Director of Subjects.
- A full and detailed programme of support and development for all;
- A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College.
Employee benefits:
- Free flu vaccinations
- Free onsite parking
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process. The Trust is committed to considering flexible working requests. The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and wellbeing of our pupils.
In order to apply for this position, please visit: Application Link
For more information, please contact Emma Scott, Director of Subject, at e.scott1@northerneducationtrust.org
Closing date: Midday, Monday 28th September 2026
Head of Department - History employer: Northern Education Trust
Freebrough Academy, as part of Northern Education Trust, is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a focus on employee growth and development, staff are encouraged to enhance their skills while contributing to a nurturing educational environment in the beautiful coastal town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea. The academy offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and the community.
