At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the History department and inspire students to achieve their best.
- Company: Hetton Academy, a rapidly improving school in the North East.
- Benefits: Professional development, free flu vaccinations, and onsite parking.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression across a family of schools.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real difference in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Enthusiastic teacher with leadership skills and a passion for history.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 £ per year.
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 of improving outcomes and leading a team.
The Academy has undergone rapid and continuous improvement since joing 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.
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Head of Department - History in North East 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.
