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The North Halifax Grammar School

Moorbottom Road, Illingworth, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX2 9SU mail@nhgs.co.uk http://www.nhgs.co.uk
Location: Moorbottom Road, Illingworth, Halifax, West Yorkshire
Phase: Secondary
Gender: Mixed
Age range: 11 - 18 years

The North Halifax Grammar School

About The North Halifax Grammar School

North Halifax Grammar School (NHGS) is a co-ed, state-funded grammar school with c1200 students (11-18 years), established in 1959 and operated under an Academy Trust since 2011.  Located within Illingworth on the outskirts of Halifax, Calderdale. Students sit entrance tests and come from approximately 90 primary schools. 
Our Vision

NHGS is a school that everyone loves: where enthusiasm is infectious and excellence is standard; where co-operation is at the heart of all we do; where everyone strives to achieve their goals and is mindful of the right ways to do so.
We equip our students with the knowledge, skills and understanding to navigate life with confidence and set courses of their own choosing.

Together, we develop the whole person by:
Living to Learn and Learning to Live

Our Philosophy

"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire". Plutarch
It is our belief that a good education requires knowing, questioning and presenting through developing the skills and practices of scholarship. It also requires us to learn who we are, how to treat others and to discover our talents and passions.

At NHGS it is our mission to ensure:
  • Everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, is respected and supported to gain self-fulfilment;
  • Everyone develops the skills, knowledge and character to navigate life with confidence and resilience. To set courses of their own choosing and to make the world a better place;
  • Our students are enquiring scholars with an academic curiosity which leads them to the highest levels of achievement. Inspired by their time at NHGS, they ambitiously continue their own pursuit of excellence.

The Trivium

"The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing."  Albert  Einstein

The curriculum at NHGS is delivered through an approach known as the Trivium which is designed to facilitate challenge and consistent academic rigour. The term “Trivium” comes from the Latin for the phrase “where three roads meet” - and consists of three elements.





Grammar
This is knowledge. The ability to understand and secure knowledge, and to appreciate how this fits into a broader picture.


Dialectic

This is the art of investigating or discussing the truth of opinions. Dialectic includes mathematical and scientific reasoning, argument and debate, and the development of character.



Rhetoric
This is the ability to express and articulate ideas in a range of ways, such as writing, performances, designs and creations.
Respect
Every member of the NHGS community has the right to be treated fairly, courteously, and with the utmost respect. 

  • RESPECT: Recognising our differences, understanding their significance, and responding with interest, politeness and care.
  • INCLUSION:  A feeling of belonging where everyone's thoughts, ideas and perspectives matter.
  • EQUITY:  Everyone has access to the same opportunities and is treated fairly.
  • JUSTICE: Actions that go against this charter will have serious consequences to ensure NHGS is a safe, caring and respectful environment.
  • TO  HAVE A VOICE: Everyone can contribute on issues that matter to them and our community.

Our Policies
For our policies, please visit the Policies page on the NHGS website.

Current Vacancies

Teacher of Religious Studies

Teacher of Religious Studies

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The Academy seeks an energetic and well-qualified Religious Studies graduate to join a strong Humanities Faculty. The successful candidate will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the ability or amb...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
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Head of Faculty Science - Biology or Physics

Head of Faculty Science - Biology or Physics

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

Ambitious Science Faculty Leader required for a high-achieving academic school. Teach Biology or Physics across Key Stages 3–5, inspire a culture of excellence, and contribute to strategic leadershi...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Plus TLR 1b
New SHARE

Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

Join a vibrant school community and be part of team NHGS as a Cover Supervisor. You will be supporting our students to continue their learning journey by covering the classes during short-term teach...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £18,218.00 - £19,418.00 Annually (Actual)
      Term time plus 2 days
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Events Co-ordinator

Events Co-ordinator

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

We are seeking an energetic and creative Events Co-ordinator to help deliver a vibrant programme of school events. This is a fast-paced role suited to someone highly organised, adaptable and able to t...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £25,578.00 - £30,141.00 Annually (Actual)
      NJC Scale 5-6 (Point 12 to 22) | 37 hours per week, term time plus 10 days (Monday to Friday including some evening events)
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Assistant Headteacher with DSL Responsibility (Teaching)

Assistant Headteacher with DSL Responsibility (Teaching)

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The Academy is looking to appoint an experienced Assistant Headteacher to champion safeguarding and child protection, ensuring effective policy, practice and culture across the Trust while playing a k...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £66,368.00 - £71,330.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

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School Information

Location: Moorbottom Road, Illingworth, Halifax, West Yorkshire
Phase: Secondary
Gender: Mixed
Age range: 11 - 18 years
Moorbottom Road, Illingworth, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX2 9SU mail@nhgs.co.uk http://www.nhgs.co.uk

Current Vacancies

Teacher of Religious Studies

Teacher of Religious Studies

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The Academy seeks an energetic and well-qualified Religious Studies graduate to join a strong Humanities Faculty. The successful candidate will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the ability or amb...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE

Head of Faculty Science - Biology or Physics

Head of Faculty Science - Biology or Physics

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

Ambitious Science Faculty Leader required for a high-achieving academic school. Teach Biology or Physics across Key Stages 3–5, inspire a culture of excellence, and contribute to strategic leadershi...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE)
      Plus TLR 1b
New SHARE

Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

Join a vibrant school community and be part of team NHGS as a Cover Supervisor. You will be supporting our students to continue their learning journey by covering the classes during short-term teach...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £18,218.00 - £19,418.00 Annually (Actual)
      Term time plus 2 days
New SHARE

Events Co-ordinator

Events Co-ordinator

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

We are seeking an energetic and creative Events Co-ordinator to help deliver a vibrant programme of school events. This is a fast-paced role suited to someone highly organised, adaptable and able to t...

  Permanent | Part-Time
  £25,578.00 - £30,141.00 Annually (Actual)
      NJC Scale 5-6 (Point 12 to 22) | 37 hours per week, term time plus 10 days (Monday to Friday including some evening events)
New SHARE

Assistant Headteacher with DSL Responsibility (Teaching)

Assistant Headteacher with DSL Responsibility (Teaching)

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The North Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, West Yorkshire

The Academy is looking to appoint an experienced Assistant Headteacher to champion safeguarding and child protection, ensuring effective policy, practice and culture across the Trust while playing a k...

  Permanent | Full-Time
  £66,368.00 - £71,330.00 Annually (FTE)
New SHARE
Join Our Talent Pool

Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

Are you looking for a different role at The North Halifax Grammar School? Let us know you are interested in working with us by joining our Talent Pool.

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