TEACHER OF HUMANITIES

Salary – MPS1 (£30,000) to UPS3 (£46,525)

Commencing – September 2024

Can you captivate students with your enthusiasm for the world around us? Are you ready to inspire the next generation through Humanities teaching?

Watling Academy is seeking a dynamic Humanities Teacher to lead our students on an exciting learning journey through History, Geography, Religious Education and Sociology.

As a member of our dedicated team, you'll have the opportunity to ignite curiosity, critical thinking and empathy in our students. From exploring the captivating narratives of history to unraveling the wonders of the Earth's geography, you'll guide students through immersive experiences that foster a deeper understanding of the world around them. You’ll inspire students to explore diverse beliefs and practices in RE, promoting reflection and empathy towards others. Meanwhile, in Sociology, you'll delve into the complexities of societal dynamics, empowering students with invaluable research skills and insights into the world they inhabit.

• Information about the Humanities curriculum and end points is available on the website.

Watling Academy was judged as ‘Outstanding’ by OFSTED in May 2023 and is a purpose-built 11-18 secondary school in its fourth year of operation, located within the Whitehouse development on the western expansion area of Milton Keynes. The Academy will have 1800 students when at full capacity.  Watling Academy is part of the Denbigh Alliance MAT.

The Denbigh Alliance has a track record of delivering academic success in subjects which offer students a real currency to progress into higher education or employment. We consistently outperform the Milton Keynes and national averages in terms of the results our students achieve.  This academic success is built on the supportive, well-disciplined and dynamic learning environment we provide, which enables our students to focus on their studies. We believe that for a School to succeed there needs to be a genuine spirit of partnership between students, the School and parents. 

We are a Maths Hub, Computing Hub and SCITT and amongst the best in the country in terms of raising standards, both within our Trust and in the schools that we support.

If you would like to join our team then please visit our website,  www.watling.academy for more information and to download an application form. Application forms should be emailed to hr@thedenbighalliance.org.uk

Application forms only will be accepted - please do not send CVs.

The Denbigh Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

E-mail: hr@thedenbighalliance.org.uk

Headteacher: Mr I Bacon

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 8th May, 9am