Head of History and Politics

Lead the past. Influence the future. Location: Quinton House School, UptonJob Title: Head of History and PoliticsContract: Full Time, Permanent. Term Time OnlyHours: 37.5 hours per weekSalary: Up to £43,635 per annum with a management responsibility allowanceStart Date: September 2026 Quinton House is a thriving independent school known for its warm community, rich heritage and forward thinking approach to education. We believe in nurturing curious minds, celebrating individuality, and preparing young people to engage thoughtfully with an ever changing world. We are looking for an outstanding Head of History and Politics to lead two dynamic and influential subject areas. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner to shape a vibrant curriculum, inspire high levels of academic achievement, and cultivate a culture of curiosity, dialogue and critical reflection. About the Role As Head of History and Politics, you will: Lead the strategic direction, development and daily operations of the History and Politics department. Teach History at GCSE and A Level and Politics at A Level to highly motivated students. Design and deliver engaging, intellectually ambitious lessons that inspire independent thinking and informed debate. Champion modern, research informed pedagogy and digital learning approaches. Oversee curriculum planning, assessment, tracking and departmental quality assurance. Support, mentor and develop colleagues across the department, fostering ..... full job details .....