Head of Humanities (History & Geography)

Hallfield School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham seeks a dynamic Head of Humanities, focusing on History and Geography for KS3 and KS4. The candidate should be passionate about curriculum development and teaching, with exceptional leadership capabilities. Responsibilities include leading the Humanities department, engaging students in lessons, and collaborating with staff and parents. This position offers a permanent contract and is part of a school expanding to Year 11. Competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Annual allowance of £3,975

Opportunity for further salary increases

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and delivering engaging lessons for KS3 and KS4.
• Proven track record in leading and managing a department.
• Experience working with students to enhance their learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Humanities curriculum for History and Geography.
• Teach engaging History and Geography lessons up to GCSE.
• Collaborate effectively with the Senior Leadership team and parents.

Skills

Curriculum development

Leadership

Teaching History

Teaching Geography

Effective collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in History or Geography

Job description

* Head of Humanities (History & Geography) KS3 - KS4NEWFast Apply# Head of Humanities (History & Geography) KS3 - KS4EmployerLocation: Birmingham, West MidlandsContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Part TimeSalary: FT £30,869 - £48,671 (M1-T2)Posted: 14th January 2026Start Date: 1st September 2026Expires: 13th February 2026 10:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 1st September 2026Job ID: 1529422Job Reference: PPT0725Start Date: 1st September 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1529422* Share :**Hallfield School****Edgbaston, Birmingham****Full time position****Hallfield Teacher Pay Scale (M1-T2) M1 - £32,916 to T2 - £50,618 dependent on qualifications, skills and experience plus annual allowance of £3,975. Hallfield Teacher Pay Scale - subject to salary increase in September 2026 with salaries being in line or above state sector.****In this exciting new position at Hallfield, we are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced and knowledgeable Head of Humanities to join our teaching staff and lead and develop the curriculum for both History and Geography, up to Year 11, with a focus on GCSE.****This is a wonderful opportunity for a dynamic, inspirational and qualified teacher with a specialism and passion for delivering outstanding History and Geography lessons at GCSE level, with excellent results to join the School as we expand to Year 11 over the next 3 years (with our first Year 9 cohort starting in September 2026).****The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role with the ability to demonstrate their strengths in planning, delivering and developing a high-quality curriculum predominantly for Years 7- 11. As a passionate subject leader, we are looking for demonstrable experience in developing and delivering engaging lessons whilst enthusing and challenging bright children to achieve their full potential.****The role will focus on teaching KS3 to KS4 so secondary experience of teaching up to and including GCSE in both Geography and History is essential, with a willingness and/or experience in teaching Religious Studies being an advantage.****This role will require exceptional leadership and effective collaboration skills, working in partnership with the Senior Leadership, departmental colleagues and parents. Flexibility, resilience and a willingness to contribute to the overall life of the school including the running of an afterschool co-curricular club is required.****For detailed information about the school and role as well as staff benefits, please refer to the Candidate Pack.****Application details:****For further information about the position and our school please refer to the candidate pack below.****Visits to the school prior to the closing date are warmly encouraged.****Closing Date: Friday 13th February (10am). We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.****Interviews: Week commencing 9th March 2026****Equal Opportunities**We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Hallfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, to ensure the suitability to work with children. These checks include full references and an online check for all shortlisted candidates prior to an interview.This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all subsequent amends. Successful candidates will also be subjected to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate and including barred list check. In addition, further checks will be carried out to verify identity, qualification, fitness to work and right to work in the UK. Any other relevant checks with statutory bodies will also be undertaken.We recommend you read our Child Protection Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Selection and Disclosure Policy Procedure as part of your application.### Hallfield School