Head of History – Secondary School in Sheffield (JanuaryStart)

A welcoming secondary school in Sheffield is seeking a passionate Head of History to lead its Humanities team on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January. Job Overview History is a popular and academically rigorous subject in this school. The successful candidate will take leadership over historical inquiry, primary source evaluation, and exam preparation across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE History), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level History). Working alongside Humanities staff, you will refine schemes of work, manage assessment schedules, and direct educational site visits and humanities societies. This is a full-time, permanent contract. Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic development, curriculum design, and delivery of GCSE and A-Level History Teach engaging, evidence-based History lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5 Guide pupils through source evaluation, historical interpretations, and structured essay writing Analyze student progress data, manage assessment entries, and implement targeted academic interventions Organize historical educational trips, archives work, and inter-school debate participation Line-manage department teaching staff and oversee resource purchasing Role Overview & Specifications Start Date: January Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire Salary / Pay Rate: TLR1 or Leadership Scale equivalent Key Curriculum: Edexcel / AQA History Candidate Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK credentials with an honors degree in History or related field Proven experience delivering strong GCSE and A-Level History exam outcomes Strong essay-structure mentoring skills and subject leadership capability An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Head of History position in Sheffield for a January start.