Subject Leader of History

City of York Council; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

York High School seeks an outstanding, visionary Subject Leader for History with a proven track record of driving academic progress and achievement. As part of our dynamic Humanities & MFL Faculty, you will lead a department dedicated to inspiring curiosity about the past, delivering high-quality lessons across key stages, and mentoring students to reach their full potential.

You will contribute to safeguarding, collaborate with staff and engage in whole-school development to extend personal and

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of a secondary History department.
• Track record of raising student attainment across key stages.
• Ability to mentor staff and contribute to school-wide development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the History department across key stages and manage curriculum delivery.
• Deliver high-quality lessons that engage learners and raise attainment.
• Support safeguarding and contribute to whole-school culture and development.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Job description

York High School is seeking to appoint an outstanding, visionary Subject Leader for History with a proven track record of driving exceptional academic progress and achievement.

As part of our dynamic Humanities & MFL Faculty - comprising Geography, History, Religious Education, and Modern Foreign Languages - you will lead a department dedicated to inspiring a lifelong curiosity about the past.

The successful candidate will have the passion and expertise to deliver high-quality, engaging lessons across all key stages and ability levels, challenging and supporting every student to reach their full potential. Beyond academic success, you will play a vital role in our whole-school culture, leveraging strong interpersonal skills to mentor young people, build meaningful relationships, and contribute actively to their broader personal development.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Closing date

Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 12 midnight

Interview date

to be confirmed