Head of History

St. Andrews International; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected independent school in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of History for a permanent, full-time role starting in April 2026. The ideal candidate should possess a strong undergraduate degree in History and demonstrate a deep commitment to teaching. Key responsibilities include delivering high-quality lessons, supporting assessment processes, and engaging in professional development. This position offers a competitive salary, pension enrollment, and numerous benefits such as school holidays and discounts.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Delivering high‑quality lessons that support the development of knowledge.
• Supporting subject leaders in high‑quality lesson plans.
• Reporting on assessments to determine students’ progress.
• Working with the Head of Year to support pastoral care.
• Supporting faculty and school development priorities.
• Undertaking appropriate supervision during school hours.
• Engaging in continuous professional development sessions.

Skills

Commitment and passion for teaching

Good communication and organisation skills

Effective management of student behaviour

Digital competence to utilise technology

Education

Good 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.