Head of History

Overview

Required for September 2026. The Head of History leads the History Department at St Albans School, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning. The postholder will promote academic excellence in History, support the professional development of departmental staff, and ensure that the subject contributes fully to the intellectual and wider life of the School. The opportunity accompanies the School's plan to welcome the first girls into the First Form (Year 7) in September 2026. St Albans is a Cathedral city with a lively cultural life, surrounded by countryside and within easy reach of London by train, motorways and airports. St Albans School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

St Albans School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Responsibilities

• The Head of History will be responsible for the leadership, management and development of the History Department, ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning throughout the department.
• The postholder will promote academic excellence in History, support the professional development of departmental staff, and ensure that the subject contributes fully to the intellectual and wider life of the School.

Qualifications

• Not specified in the provided job description.

Other information

Equal opportunity and safeguarding statements are included above as part of the overview information.