Job Description
Teacher of History\n\nLocation: Hillingdon Start Date: September 2025 Salary: Highly Competitive Salary, Commensurate with Experience\n\nThe Opportunity: Bringing the Past to Life Are you a captivating storyteller passionate about the human journey through time? A prestigious independent school in Hillingdon is seeking an engaging Teacher of History to inspire a deep understanding of historical events and their profound impact on the modern world.\n\nThe Role: Beyond Dates and Names You will transport students through compelling narratives and critical analysis across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, preparing them for rigorous IGCSE and A-Level examinations, often extending to Oxbridge preparation. Your responsibilities include fostering analytical skills, promoting nuanced debate, and encouraging independent historical inquiry.
You will contribute to curriculum enrichment, perhaps leading historical societies or organizing thought-provoking visits to museums and historical sites.\n\nAbout Our School: Where Every Story Matters Our independent school in Hillingdon is deeply committed to academic excellence and fostering global awareness. Our Humanities department is a vibrant hub of intellectual curiosity, valuing inquiry-based learning, lively debate, and the development of strong critical thinking skills. We believe that understanding history is essential for navigating the complexities of the present and shaping a better future.\n\nThe Ideal Candidate: Your Historical Insight We are looking for a qualified History Teacher with QTS (or equivalent independent school experience), exceptional subject knowledge, and a profound passion for historical inquiry.
You will be skilled in making history relevant and engaging for all students, able to promote independent research and inspire a lifelong fascination with the past.\n\nWhat We Offer: Your Place in History\n\n * A collegiate and supportive Humanities department that thrives on shared passion and intellectual exploration.\n\n * Outstanding professional development opportunities tailored to your interests and career aspirations.\n\n * A generous salary and comprehensive benefits package, reflecting your valuable contribution.\n\n * The chance to work in a school dedicated to academic achievement and a rich, inclusive educational experience in a welcoming West London community