Head of Middle School Humanities

Job Overview

To be considered for this role, please apply through our Careers portal. UWCSEA Dover has a vacancy for August 2026 for a Head of Middle School Humanities (ages 11-14).

The Middle School Head of Humanities, in collaboration with the Vice Principal (Academic), leads the teaching and learning of Humanities for all Middle School students. They lead their team of teachers in creating a positive learning environment based on the values of honesty, integrity, respect and responsibility.

Main Responsibilities

• Effective Leadership – Leading across all five areas of the learning programme
• Puts student learning at the forefront of all decisions and planning.
• Has a clear vision for the department and translates this into practical and achievable plans.
• Ensures that the learning programme in the department is consistent with the UWCSEA mission, the UWCSEA Learning Principles, the UWCSEA profile and with the strategic goals of the school, campus and College.

Professional Development – Supporting the professional development of staff they lead

• Identifies and utilizes the full potential of staff in the department by being alert to professional development needs.
• Mentors staff within the Professional Learning Programme, and coaches where appropriate so that they work most effectively.
• Organises and/or runs informal/formal Professional Development opportunities for the department as individuals or as a whole.

Collaboration – working collaboratively within teams

• Enthuses and motivates staff and fosters an environment where creativity and collaboration flourish.
• Involves people in decisions, and delegates interesting and challenging tasks.
• Gives, expects and acts on constructive feedback, and acknowledges error.

Communication – communicates effectively within and beyond their team

• Relates well to individuals and deals sensitively with potentially difficult situations with colleagues/students/parents and has effective sensitive and/or difficult conversations.
• Chairs meetings effectively and ensures opportunities for more informal communication to take place within the department.
• Is clear and articulate in both spoken and written communications with students, colleagues, parents and the wider community.

Teacher Responsibilities

• Teachers should contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the Humanities Department and broader Middle School team.
• Teachers should construct learning experiences that challenge students, support the diversity of learners in each classroom and demonstrate a strong commitment to concept-based teaching and learning.
• Teachers should utilise the UWCSEA Learning Principles as a foundation for effective teaching and learning.

Expectations and Standards

Follow the UWCSEA Professional Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Lead in line with the UWCSEA Leadership Standards

Teach in line with the UWCSEA Teacher Standards

Person Specifications

• A good degree in Humanities or a closely related discipline and a recognized teaching qualification or certification are expected.
• Suitable applicants should have experienced middle leadership, or be able to demonstrate their potential to lead a department.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, experience and pedagogical knowledge in areas outlined by the UWCSEA Learning Principles and the UWCSEA Profile.

Applications

Apply via our job portal by Monday, 20 October :59 pm Singapore Time

Estimated Recruitment Timeline: Interviews will take place during end October to early November, with an offer made to the successful candidate by the mid/end November.

The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care.

All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalised group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment.