Head of History

Contract Type: Full Time

Contract Term: Permanent

Salary:         MPS / UPS and TLR2B (dependent on experience)

Posted:         Wednesday 18th March 2026

Closing Date: Friday 27th March 2026, 9am

Job Starts: September 2026

Interview Date: Friday 17th April 2026

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.

Rooks Heath is seeking an inspirational Head of History to lead our thriving, well established department from September 2026. This full time role offers the chance to shape an ambitious curriculum, support a dedicated team, and teach across KS3–KS5.

We are looking for an outstanding classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge, proven leadership skills, and the ability to inspire students of all abilities. You will drive high quality teaching and learning, contribute to staff development, and help maintain our positive, collaborative culture.

We offer excellent professional development, well resourced classrooms, a supportive community, and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing. If you are a passionate historian ready to make a real impact, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Employee benefits we offer include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression

• Generous Pension Scheme

• Excellent transport links

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support

• Interest free loans for relocation costs

• Interest free loans for season ticket costs for TFL/trains

• Cycle to work scheme

• Contribution to Flu Jabs annually

• Contribution to standard eye care tests

• Employee Referral Scheme

• Dedication to continuing professional development

• Employee discounts on our nursery, primary school and out of hours provisions

• Recognised as a National Living Wage Award Employer

Rooks Heath School is part of Tithe Academy, a Multi Academy Trust and sponsors a local primary school and an Alternative Education provider. Our schools work together to drive up standards across the MAT. We offer excellent PD opportunities and potential for career progression.

Tithe Academy is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The recruitment of the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and registration with the update service. 

A Certificate of Good Conduct is also required from the successful applicant if they have lived abroad and fulfil relevant requirements.

If you think this role may be for you and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by contacting the school.  We would be happy to facilitate a visit to our site to see the school in operation.  Contact details are: recruitment@rooksheath.harrow.sch.uk

Please be aware we are unable to support applications which require sponsorship for this role.