Head of History
Head of History Senior Leadership Opportunity
M1 UPS3 + TLR 2C
April 2026 1-year maternity contract
VNA Education is working with a high-performing secondary school to appoint an exceptional Head of History for April 2026.
This role offers a significant opportunity to provide strategic subject leadership, shape a high-quality curriculum and secure outstanding outcomes across KS3, KS4 and KS5.
The Role:
- Provide strategic leadership for History across the school
- Lead curriculum design, implementation and evaluation
- Drive consistently high standards of teaching, learning and achievement
- Use performance data to inform planning, intervention and improvement
- Develop, support and hold colleagues to account within the department
Ideal candidate:
- Qualified secondary History teacher with a strong record of impact
- Experienced subject leader or ready for senior responsibility
- Deep understanding of curriculum, assessment and pedagogy
- Confident in leading others and contributing to whole-school priorities
- Clear commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and high expectations
VNA Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialised consultancy dedicated to connecting teachers and support staff with both short-term and long-term opportunities in primary, secondary, and special education schools across London and the Home Counties. We prioritise safer recruitment practices and conduct thorough checks on all candidates we represent.
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