Job description
Location: Romford
Salary: £50k - £70k per year
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time
Head of History – Lead, Inspire, and Shape the Future!
Are you an experienced history teacher ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the vision and leadership skills to drive a successful history department to new heights? We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Head of History to join our secondary schools in Romford from September 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated educator to lead a team, inspire students, and bring history to life in a way that resonates with young minds. If you are an ambitious Head of History looking to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!
Your Role as Head of History:
Lead and Innovate – Shape the history curriculum, ensuring it is engaging, relevant, and inclusive for all students.
️ Inspire the Next Generation – Deliver outstanding lessons that spark curiosity and a love for history.
️ Support and Mentor – Guide and develop a team of history teachers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing department.
Raise Attainment – Implement strategies to improve student outcomes and engagement across all key stages.
Drive Excellence – Monitor and assess the quality of teaching within the department, supporting best practices and professional development.
What We’re Looking For:
✔️ A committed and experienced Head of History or an ambitious history teacher ready to step into leadership.
✔️ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a strong track record of success in teaching history.
✔️ A passion for history and a desire to make learning exciting and accessible for all students.
✔️ Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team.
✔️ A commitment to raising achievement and delivering high-quality education.
Why Join Us?
Flexibility to Suit Your Lifestyle – Choose when and where you work, maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Pathway to Permanent Roles – Secure a long-term career in a school that values leadership and innovation.
Immediate Start Options – Quick placement opportunities for those ready to step into leadership.
Competitive Pay Rates – Earn an excellent salary, with opportunities for further career progression.
Sociable Hours – Enjoy the benefits of structured school schedules while making a meaningful impact.
Temp Work – Choose shifts that fit your schedule, giving you control over your work commitments.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that the successful applicant must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
️ Ready to Lead? If you're an ambitious Head of History looking for a rewarding role where you can shape young minds and drive excellence, apply today and start your leadership journey in a thriving school environment!