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WMJobs . Learning Community Trust - Burton Borough School, Required from January 2026. Burton Borough School is seeking an inspiring and committed Head of History to lead our thriving department at a truly exciting time in our journey. Located in the picturesque market town of Newport, on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border, our school offers easy access to Shrewsbury, Stafford, Telford, and Wolverhampton, making it a perfect location for work-life balance. We are proud to be part of the Learning Community Trust, having joined in April 2024. This partnership places us within a forward-thinking, research-informed network of professionals, where collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. Our history department is a dynamic and forward-looking team, with a well-sequenced and engaging curriculum that brings the past to life and helps students understand the world around them. We are passionate about developing curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of history in every learner. As Head of Department, you will have the opportunity to shape the vision for history at Burton Borough, lead a talented team, and ensure that every student achieves their potential.Responsibilities

Lead the History department, shape the vision for history at Burton Borough, and ensure that every student achieves their potential.Bring energy, enthusiasm, and excellent subject knowledge; deliver high-quality teaching and learning.Inspire and support colleagues to deliver engaging and challenging lessons.Value student voice, adaptive teaching, and learning beyond the classroom.Foster a love of History across the school and raise standards.Benefits

A high-quality CPD programme through the Learning Community Trust.An in-house coaching programme to support professional development.A centralised behaviour system that empowers teachers and maintains high standards.Robust pastoral and senior leadership team support to ensure every student thrives.A strong focus on career development and leadership opportunities.Rich opportunities for extra-curricular involvement and community engagement.Safeguarding, recruitment and requirements

Burton Borough School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS clearance. The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. References will be required for all shortlisted candidates, prior to interview, and these will be checked following the Trust’s recruitment and selection process. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online check will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. Shortlisted candidates may need to complete a criminal self-disclosure declaration; posts involving regulated activity are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. For more information, refer to the MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and related guidance on filtering offences. The Trust follows Safer Recruitment practices as set out in the statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education. For more information regarding safeguarding, please see the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.For further information, visit the school website at www.burtonborough.org.uk, or contact 01952 951408 or recruitment.bbs@lct.education. For daily updates, follow us on Instagram @BurtonBorough.Application timeline and documents

Closure date: Friday 3 October 2025 at 3pm. Interview Date: Week commencing 6 October 2025. Attached documents: Candidate Booklet, Application Form.Note: This role is listed on WMJobs as Head of History – Burton Borough School and is subject to the Trust’s recruitment process.

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