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Job title: Head of History   

Location: Slough                                                        

Salary: £120 - £240 (Will be paid to scale)

Start Date: Easter start (April 2025)

GSL Education are looking to appoint a Head of History who is committed to supporting student enjoyment and progress for one of our client school’s History Department. We are looking for a committed, ambitious, inspirational, enthusiastic Head of Department with a proven track record of increasing outcomes, who is passionate about their subject.

This position would suit an experienced Head of Department or someone new to post who has experience of improving GCSE outcomes in a successful department. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and forward-thinking school, which puts students at the centre of their efforts. You will be joining a Staff Team that is committed, welcoming, supportive and friendly.

As Head of History, you should:

Be an excellent History practitioner
Have high expectations of standards and achievement for staff and students
Be flexible, collaborative, and resilient
Be an accomplished teacher of History, with a proven track record of curriculum design to improve student outcomes
Contribute to the school’s extracurricular programme
Have ambitious goals for the success of both your students and the department
Be a positive role model for staff and students alike.
Hold QTS Certificate

GSL Education offers:

Competitive salary, with long-term placements paid to scale
Direct links to local schools with opportunities for permanent positions
Dedicated Consultants providing support throughout your employment
A strong commitment to quality and safeguarding

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout West London and Berkshire.

Please be advised that this role of Head of History requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

For more information or to apply, contact:

Umme Homaira

Office: (phone number removed)
Email: (url removed)

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to inspire the next generation