Director of Learning - Humanities Geography or RE

�? Director of Learning - Humanities | Permanent | September Start | Rawtenstall �?Location: Rawtenstall, LancashireContract: PermanentStart Date: September 2025Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experienceAgency: Aspire People - Specialists in Educational RecruitmentAre you an ambitious and visionary Humanities specialist looking for the next step in your career? Aspire People is proud to be working in partnership with a highly respected and forward-thinking secondary school in the heart of Rawtenstall, seeking to appoint a Director of Learning for Humanities to join their senior leadership team from September 2025.This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced middle leader or current Head of Department ready to lead a dynamic team across History, Geography, and Religious Education. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the Humanities faculty, driving excellence in teaching and learning, and ensuring outstanding outcomes for students across all key stages. The ability to teach either Religious Studies or Geography to GCSE is essential, and to A Level is desirable.About the School:A well-established, inclusive, and high-performing secondary school known for its strong community ethos and commitment to academic and personal development.Excellent leadership, a collaborative teaching environment, and a culture that values innovation and staff well-being.Outstanding CPD opportunities and a genuine focus on career progression.The Role:As Director of Learning for Humanities, you will:Lead and inspire a team of passionate subject specialists.Have the ability to teach either Religious Studies or Geography to GCSE. (To A Level would be desirable, but isn't pivotal to the role)Oversee curriculum development, assessment strategies, and quality assurance across the Humanities faculty.Drive improvements in teaching and learning, promoting consistently high standards.Work as part of the wider leadership team to support whole-school initiatives.What We're Looking For:A qualified teacher with a strong track record of success in Humanities education.Proven experience in leadership - as a Head of Department, Second in Faculty, or equivalent.A strategic thinker with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff.A commitment to inclusive education and a passion for inspiring young people.Why Apply through Aspire People?Aspire People is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, with over 15 years' experience placing high-quality teaching and leadership professionals in schools across the North West.We offer:A dedicated consultant to support you throughout the processInsight into the school's culture, ethos, and leadership visionFull interview preparation and career advice?? To apply or find out more, please send your CV to Natasha at Aspire People, or call O794O 8OO 589Join a school where your leadership will truly make a difference.Aspire People - We place people first.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.