Head of History and Politics

About the Role

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the country’s leading independent day schools for girls, located on a six acre site in Hammersmith, London. We currently seek to appoint a well-qualified, ambitious and experienced Teacher or current Head of Department to join the school from September 2025 in the role of Head of History and Politics. This role has arisen due to internal promotion of the current postholder to a senior leadership position. The Head of History and Politics leads and manages a highly qualified and experienced department of twelve, including the Head of 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. 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

History and Politics are thriving subjects at the school. The department believes in the intrinsic value of studying History and Politics and aims to enrich students’ curiosity about the past and society. Critical thinking, creativity and well honed research skills are key components. Many students go on to university to study a History or Politics related subject. There is a very active extra-curricular offering including trips to foreign destinations, university preparation programmes, and societies such as History Society, Politics Society, and Anthropology and Social Sciences Society. All staff are expected to support the wider school extra-curricular programme.

Requirements & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a department of twelve staff
• Develop teaching strategies for scholarly engagement
• Ensure excellent levels of achievement in History and Politics
• Contribute to extra-curricular trips, societies, and university preparation
• Engage with evidence-informed teaching and learning
• Possess strong leadership, subject knowledge, and commitment to student development

Application Process

Candidates should apply via saxbam.com/candidate-opportunities/ using code LGGB1. Upload a CV and cover letter and complete the school application form. The closing date for applications is noon on Thursday 16 January 2025. Interviews are anticipated during the week commencing Monday 3 February 2025. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff will be subject to child protection screening including DBS checks. The charity called [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (charity [company details hidden]) is administered by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Foundation.