About this role
Lead Practitioner in History
Sir Christopher Hatton Academy, Wellingborough, Northants
Lead Practitioner Pay Range (£53,847 - £59,426)
Full Time
Join our History department at an exciting time, working alongside six full-time teachers with varied teaching experience. We are seeking a History specialist to mentor and coach colleagues to improve teaching and learning across the department. With the revised National Curriculum due to be released shortly, the successful candidate will also help develop resources to enrich learners’ experiences, ensuring students achieve the highest possible outcomes in History and across the wider curriculum.
If you
- are passionate about History and inspiring young people to develop a deep understanding of the past and its relevance to the modern world
- have a proven track record of raising standards of pupil attainment through outstanding teaching and learning, and the effective development of colleagues
- have a clear vision for excellence in History education and the ability to drive improvements in teaching practice across the school
- are committed to professional development and continuous improvement
then we would love to hear from you.
We offer you
- a supportive and successful learning environment with a whole-school commitment to achieving the very best outcomes for our students
- the opportunity to work with colleagues to develop and share outstanding classroom practice across the school
- excellent professional development, guidance and leadership opportunities
- full STPCD & Recognised Continuous Service (subject to verification)
Here at Sir Christopher Hatton Academy, we provide an education with character, encompassing our core values of Excellence, Aspiration, Achievement, Inspiration and Community to ensure that all our students are flourishing and prepared for the tests of life, not just a life of tests.
For more information, or to arrange a visit, please contact Mr Alastair Mitchell, Co-Principal on [email protected]
To apply for this post, please go to Vacancies | Hatton Academies Trust
Closing Date for receipt of applications: 9.00am Thursday 12th November 2026
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Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced Disclosure Bureau Service check and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references.