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We are currently seeking to fill the position of Head of History. DetailRequired for:September 2025 Location:Vincent Square - Westminster Under School Contract:full-time, permanent Salary:Westminster Under School has its own salary scale, and new members of staff are placed at a point relevant to their qualifications and experience. Details of salary will be discussed at interview with those candidates who are short-listed. There is also an associated responsibility allowance with this role. The deadline for applications is midday on Wednesday 19th March. Interviews will take place w/c Monday 24th March 2025. We are recruiting for the Head of History in a school where history runs through its veins, where pupils brim with enthusiasm for the subject, bringing their broad general knowledge into the classroom and excelling in both taught History lessons and the wider extra-curricular nature of History at the Under School. The subject is taught by several teachers across the School, all of whom contribute to the department. There is a strong academic but progressive ethos and at the heart of it is the enjoyment of not just the subject but an overall love of academic endeavour and critical thinking. History is taught chronologically throughout the School, from the ancient Egyptians in Year 3 up to Victorian Britain until 1901 in Year 8. The role of Head of History, line managed by the Assistant Master, Teaching and Learning, is to: Teach in any year groups from Years 3 up to Year 8, including pupils taking the Scholarship examinations for Westminster, Eton and any other senior schools. Build on an exciting, inspiring and academically robust, chronologically-based curriculum across all Key Stages, involving a variety of tasks and development of wider skills and knowledge, e.g., study skills, PSHE, RSE and wellbeing, use of technology within lessons, Fundamental Values, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Contribute to the Department Development Plan, in liaison with the Assistant Master, Teaching and Learning. Ensure that all groups of pupils are catered for, including exceptionally high achievers and SEND pupils. Liaise and develop links with colleagues in the History department at the Senior School and in similar schools, participating in cluster groups to keep up to date with good practice and syllabuses. Organisation and delivery of the History post-exam programme for Year 8 (where applicable). Support and give advice to teachers of other subjects and explore opportunities for cross-curricular work. To act as a strong, positive Head of Department who leads by example, being involved in tasks that all Heads of Department are involved with, e.g.: Lesson observations and learning walks. Book looks and checking appropriate marking. Organisation of trips and visits and other extra-curricular activities. CPD for colleagues in the department including INSET, ensuring they are kept up to date with new methods, resources, pedagogy, etc. Ensure displays are changed regularly, relevant and well-maintained. Organise and oversee assessments and examinations. Ensure proper budgeting within the department. Liaise with the Librarian to ensure the History section of the Library has a good range of books for all parts of the School, linking with the curriculum but also in addition to it. Chair departmental meetings and attend regular HoDs meetings. Meet with teachers, parents and/or pupils to monitor pupil progress and address concerns, if they are raised. Promote and develop Health and Safety and e-Safety policies within the department. Be fully conversant with, and supportive of, all School policies. Additionally, all colleagues are expected to be involved in the wider school including being a Form Tutor, supervision during break and lunch times, getting involved with Games, attending Parents’ Evenings, accompanying school residential trips, and so on. The School is an exceptionally supportive one, aiming to give all colleagues a positive work-life balance. We have a warm and friendly Common Room and beautiful facilities, including the largest Square in central London which pupils use every day. Additionally, the School will be moving to a completely new building in the Autumn of 2025, offering a huge amount of space, natural light and modern facilities. While the History department is exceptionally strong, and History is a well-loved subject amongst pupils, there is scope for continuing development and innovation with the appointment of an outstanding Head of History – especially in view of the School’s expansion and introduction of co-education from 2026, as outlined above. If you have any questions about the role or would like to discuss anything further, please contact the Deputy Master, Michael Woodside (michael.woodside@.uk), in the first instance and he will be delighted to speak with you.#J-18808-Ljbffr