Head of Humanities - Geography, History & Religious Studies at Perryfields Academy

About this Role

This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape the vision and direction of Humanities across the school. You will lead a high‑performing team in delivering an ambitious and engaging curriculum across Geography, History, and Religious Studies, ensuring consistently excellent teaching and outcomes. The role combines strategic oversight with hands‑on leadership, including curriculum development, staff coaching, and maintaining the strong uptake and success of these subjects at GCSE. You will play a central role in fostering students' curiosity about the world, their understanding of the past, and their ability to think critically about complex moral and global issues.

Our Vision: Leading into 2028

At Perryfields, we provide the consistency that enables our subject leaders to thrive with autonomy and purpose. As Head of Humanities, you will join us at an exciting point in our journey.

In September 2028, we will move into a brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art building, and you will play a key role in shaping dedicated Humanities spaces for Geography, History, and Religious Studies.

As part of the Broadleaf Partnership Trust, you will benefit from strong collaboration, bespoke leadership development, and career coaching.

We are a high‑achieving 11‑16 school with a culture of excellence, where every student is supported to realise their full potential through a broad and balanced curriculum.

Benefits

• The full support of an experienced professional team of staff
• Well‑established protocols and systems
• Continuing Professional Development and training to support you in your work
• The opportunity to work in this innovative and forward‑thinking Multi‑Academy Trust based in an attractive, state‑of‑the‑art new building
• Cashback healthcare plan
• Employee assistance scheme to include free and confidential advice, information and counselling, 24 hour GP line and discounts at various retail outlets
• Cycle to work scheme

Please note that successful candidates for all Broadleaf Partnership Trust vacancies will be requested to apply for Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, although a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining the position.

Broadleaf Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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