Head of History

Oakleigh House School; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent independent school in the UK is seeking a Head of History to teach across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. The role is permanent and full-time, starting in April 2026. Candidates should have a strong undergraduate degree in History and a passion for teaching. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality lessons, supporting pastoral care, and engaging in professional development. Benefits include a competitive salary, pension enrollment, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enrolment in Teachers' Pension Scheme

Free lunch during term time

School holidays and public holidays

Free on-site parking

School fee discount

Exclusive third-party discounts

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of history to teach across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.
• Ability to support subject leaders in lesson planning.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality history lessons.
• Support high-quality pastoral care for students.
• Report on assessments to determine student progress.

Skills

Good communication skills

Passion for teaching

Digital competence

Effective management of student behaviour

Organisational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in History

Job description

About the School – North Bridge House Senior School & Sixth Form

North Bridge House Senior School & Sixth Form in Canonbury serves children aged 11‑18 years. It is Islington’s first independent senior school and sixth form, judged ‘outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted. The school is part of the North Bridge House School family of four independent day schools across five campuses in Hampstead and Islington, London.

We challenge our students daily and prepare them for entry into top universities and the world of work, while encouraging their talents in a wide range of extracurricular and enrichment activities.

About the role – Head of History

We are recruiting a Head of History to teach History across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. The position, for April 2026, is permanent, full‑time and suitable for an experienced colleague.

In a typical day you may be:

• Delivering high‑quality lessons that support the development of knowledge and understanding of students.
• Supporting subject leaders in ensuring high‑quality lesson plans and schemes of work.
• Reporting on internal and external assessments to determine students’ progress and attainment.
• Working with the Head of Year to support and deliver high‑quality pastoral care to students.
• Supporting the faculty and whole school development priorities.
• Undertaking appropriate supervision before school, at break, afterschool and at lunchtime as per the whole school duty rota.
• Attending and engaging with continuous professional development sessions with key stakeholders to support the best possible quality of teaching and learning.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate would have:

• A good undergraduate degree in History.
• Commitment and passion for teaching.
• Good communication and organisation skills.
• Effective management of student behaviour.
• Digital competence to utilise technology essential in lesson delivery.

Benefits

Benefits at Cognita include:

• Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience.
• Enrolment in Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Free lunch during term time.
• School holidays and public holidays.
• Free parking on site (subject to availability).
• School fee discount.
• Exclusive third‑party discounts.
• Ongoing professional development.

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date: Friday 16th January 2026. Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and to treating all employees with dignity and respect.