Head of History and Politics

About the Role

This role has arisen due to internal promotion of the current postholder to a senior leadership position, and is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape and direct progress and attainment in History and Politics. The successful candidate will be able to develop further the use of teaching strategies which encourage a deep and scholarly engagement with the subject whilst focusing on excellent levels of achievement in all sections of the school. They will be an inspirational teacher and will demonstrate high levels of commitment to the development of History and Politics at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], including engaging with the whole school enthusiasm for evidence-informed teaching and learning.

Department Overview

Taught by a highly qualified and experienced department of twelve, History and Politics are thriving subjects at the school. As a department, we believe in the intrinsic value of studying History and Politics and aim to enrich our students' curiosity about the past and the society in which they live. Critical thinking, creativity and well honed research skills are key components of how we approach both subjects. Many of our students go on to university to study a History or Politics related subject, so we are committed to preparing them for their undergraduate studies.

Extra-Curricular

There is a very active extra-curricular offering within the department, to which all members of the department are expected to contribute. We run several trips, including to foreign destinations, and the Head of Department will take a lead role in planning such excursions. All members of departmental staff assist with the university preparation programme and participate in our thriving History Society, Politics Society and Anthropology and Social Sciences Society. All staff are expected to support the wider school extra-curricular programme in some way.

Salary and Benefits

The salary will be commensurate with the post and will depend upon qualifications and experience. Single-occupancy accommodation may be available for new staff in a local six-unit property.

How to Apply

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] on this appointment. Candidates should apply via www.saxbam.com/appointments using code LGGB. Click on the 'apply' button and follow the instructions to upload a CV and cover letter and complete the school application form.

The closing date for applications is noon on Thursday 3 October 2024. It is anticipated that interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday 14 October.

Safeguarding

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts, as part of their application.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Iffley Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 0PG. HMC/GSA 800 girls, 11-18 (220 in the Sixth Form). [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (charity [company details hidden]) is administered by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Foundation, a charitable company limited by guarantee ([company details hidden]).