Head of History - Lead, Inspire & Raise Attainment

Pewsey Vale School; Prospect; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pewsey Vale School is seeking a Head of History to lead its History Department from January 2027. The candidate will be an experienced teacher with QTS and a proven ability to raise attainment across the history curriculum.

The role requires teaching History up to A Level and leading a large, hardworking department within a supportive school community. Experience in a leadership position is advantageous, and commitment to the MAT structure is welcome.

Qualifications

• QTS status essential for the role.
• Experience leading a history department is advantageous.
• Ability to teach History across the full age and ability range up to A Level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the History Department to raise attainment.
• Deliver engaging History lessons and sequences of lessons to high standards.
• Plan and implement curriculum and assessment strategies across key stages.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support school-wide improvement and student outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

History teaching

Curriculum planning

Student attainment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Pewsey Vale School is seeking a Head of History to lead its History Department from January 2027. The candidate will be an experienced teacher with QTS and a proven ability to raise attainment across the history curriculum.

The role requires teaching History up to A Level and leading a large, hardworking department within a supportive school community. Experience in a leadership position is advantageous, and commitment to the MAT structure is welcome.