2nd in History Vacancy - Grammar School in St Albans

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (Paid to Scale) A highly prestigious grammar school in St Albans is seeking to appoint an ambitious and enthusiastic Second in History to join its successful and well-established Humanities faculty from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent History teacher who is ready to take the next step in their career within a high-performing and supportive school environment. The role would suit an aspiring middle leader looking to develop leadership experience while continuing to teach motivated and academically able students. The successful candidate will join a thriving department with a strong track record of academic success and a genuine passion for History. The Opportunity The successful candidate will: Teach History across Key Stages 3 and 4 Have the opportunity to teach A Level History depending on experience Support the Head of Department with curriculum planning and departmental development Help monitor teaching, learning, and student progress across the department Deliver engaging, challenging, and thought-provoking lessons that inspire curiosity Support students in achieving excellent academic outcomes Contribute to enrichment opportunities such as trips, debates, lectures, and history societies Play an active role in maintaining high standards and raising achievement What the School Offers This selective grammar school in St Albans has an exceptional reputation for academic excellence and student achievement. It is consistently recognised as one of the highest-performing schools in the region, with outstanding GCSE and A Level results. Students are highly motivated, behaviour is exemplary, and staff benefit from teaching in a focused, respectful, and ambitious learning environment. Additional benefits include: Modern classrooms and excellent teaching facilities Strong uptake of History at GCSE and A Level Excellent teaching resources and departmental support Dedicated Sixth Form provision High-quality CPD and leadership development opportunities Supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing Extensive enrichment programme including educational visits and academic clubs Clear progression routes for future middle and senior leadership roles Candidate Requirements Applications are welcomed from candidates who: Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification Have experience teaching History at secondary level Possess strong subject knowledge and a passion for the subject Have the ambition to develop leadership skills within a department Are reflective, organised, and committed to high standards Can inspire students of all abilities to achieve their best Have the legal right to work in the UK Why Apply? Outstanding school reputation Excellent student behaviour and engagement Highly successful History department Leadership responsibility with TLR Clear progression and professional development pathways Opportunity to teach motivated and academically able students Supportive and collaborative working environment Application Process To be considered for this exciting Second in History opportunity in St Albans, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible. Early applications are encouraged.