Job title: Head of Department - History and Politics
Start Date: January 2026
Job Purpose:
The School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Head of History and Politics to lead our vibrant and ambitious department. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and skilled educator to shape and develop the delivery of history across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, in addition to politics at Key Stage 5, while playing a strategic role within our school community.
History is a popular and successful choice at Key Stage 4 with three hundred students studying it for GCSE. In recent years, the majority of students have achieved grades 5-9 with 40% achieving grades 7-9 following the Edexcel syllabus. A Level History, using the Pearson Edexcel syllabus, is also popular with uptake typically comprising sixty students. Over 70% of our A Level students have achieved grades A*-B over the last two years, with 100% achieving grades A*-C in their summer 2025 examinations. Our politics department continues to develop with on average 50% of students achieving grades A*-B.
As Head of Department, you will be responsible for the leadership and ongoing development of a dynamic and inclusive curriculum, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning that inspires curiosity, critical thinking and a love of history and politics. You will lead a committed team of staff and oversee a wide-ranging extra-curricular programme, including clubs, debates, and events, fostering engagement and enthusiasm for the subjects across the school.
If you are passionate about history and politics education, have a strong track record of success and are keen to make a meaningful contribution in a supportive and forward-thinking school, we would be delighted to hear from you.
About the History and Politics Department:
The History and Politics Department at the School is a forward-thinking team dedicated to inspiring curiosity, critical thinking and a strong understanding of the past and contemporary political systems. We teach engaging and challenging lessons in History across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, and Politics at Key Stage 5. Our department also offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including debates, trips and historical projects. We aim to foster a love of learning, encourage independent thought, and equip students with the skills to succeed both academically and personally.
Our A-Level History and Politics students have the exciting opportunity to participate in a study trip to the United States, designed to deepen their understanding of key historical events and themes. The trip includes visits to significant sites, museums and landmarks that bring American history to life, from the foundations of the constitution to the civil rights movement and beyond. This hands-on experience allows students to connect classroom learning with real-world history, develop independent research skills and gain a broader cultural perspective.
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