At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire students in History, creating engaging learning experiences.
- Company: Join Small Heath Leadership Academy, part of the supportive Star Academies network.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holidays, healthcare plans, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a commitment to diversity and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives and shape future leaders.
- Qualifications: Degree-level qualification, Qualified Teacher Status, and experience in teaching to GCSE standard.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Do you have what it takes to nurture today’s young people and inspire tomorrow’s leaders? Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to lead and deliver outstanding learning and teaching to young people in a disadvantaged community? If so, becoming a Star leader might just be the best career move you ever make.
About Small Heath Leadership Academy
Small Heath Leadership Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham. We joined Star Academies in 2018 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. The school was rated ‘good’ in all four areas of the inspection framework during its inspection in May 2022. We are an ambitious school with high expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a Subject Lead for History with a proven track record of success in improving standards and raising pupil outcomes. We want to hear from talented middle leaders looking to extend their experience, and outstanding, ambitious teachers seeking their first middle leadership post. As an experienced teacher, you will develop an exciting curriculum that suits every type of learner and have the resolve to make a real difference to the lives of our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and motivational skills. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead a successful faculty drawing on your extensive teaching and leadership experience.
You will have:
- A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status
- The ability to teach to GCSE standard
- The ability to coach and motivate colleagues to achieve individual and collective targets
- Experience of sustained delivery of outstanding attainment and achievement
- Experience of innovation and creativity to engage, enthuse and progress learners.
About Star Academies
Star Academies is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you’ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed.
Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy. With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level. We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Sunday, 28 June 2026 at midnight.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Proposed Start Date: Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Our Commitment
Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
Subject Lead for History in Birmingham employer: Star Academies
Small Heath Leadership Academy is an exceptional employer dedicated to nurturing the potential of young people in Birmingham's disadvantaged community. As part of the Star Academies network, we offer a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development through our Star Talent Academy, ensuring that every employee has access to training and progression opportunities. With competitive salaries, generous holiday entitlements, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, joining our team means making a meaningful impact while advancing your career in education.
