Head of History

Smithills School; Bolton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithills School is seeking a Head of History to lead an enthusiastic history department and drive high standards in teaching and learning. This full-time maternity cover role requires an experienced practitioner who can inspire pupils and colleagues alike.

The post starts January 2027, with a salary range from £34,069 to £52,835 plus a TL R of £6,049, reflecting leadership responsibilities and school priorities. Apply to join a supportive, collaborative team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a History department or similar leadership role.
• Strong teaching across the age and ability range.
• Ability to raise achievement and inspire pupils.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the History department to ensure high-quality teaching.
• Drive improvement in teaching, learning and pupil achievement.
• Model reflective practice and support staff development.

Skills

Leadership

History knowledge

Team leadership

Raising achievement

Lifelong learning

Job description

JOB TITLE: Head of History

SCHOOL: Smithills School

WORKING PATTERN: Full Time

CONTRACT TYPE: Maternity Cover up to one year

SALARY: M1-U3 - £34,069 - £52,835 plus TLR - £6,049

CLOSING DATE: Thursday 15th October at 9.00am

INTERVIEW DATE: TBC

START DATE: January 2027

THE ROLE:

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and inspirational Head of History to join an excellent, supportive and well-resourced department. This post is suitable for an experienced teacher wishing to lead a team and ensure a high standard of teaching, learning and achievement.

ABOUT YOU:

You will be a reflective classroom practitioner with the ability to work effectively within a team environment and able to enthuse, inspire and motivate pupils.

The successful candidate will be:

• an exceptional practitioner with strong subject knowledge and experience of raising achievement across the age and ability range.
• highly motivated by a belief that the life chances of all young people can be improved.
• a well-qualified, industrious and talented team player who believes in lifelong learning and can help pupils develop the skills and attitudes they will need in their future lives.
• an experienced teacher who possesses the talent, interpersonal skills and range of pedagogical approaches necessary to contribute to the overall success of the staff and team.
• an experienced leader who can demonstrate a strong track record of positive impact to date.
• mentally tough and someone who embraces challenges.

ABOUT US:

Our school is a community and we are proud of that. We are a friendly and professional team who are united in our vision of ‘Success for All’. Please refer to the candidate information to see what we can offer you and for details of dates and times when you can visit our school.

Smithills School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.