Head of History

We’re looking for a team‑focused, inspiring historian to lead History across Key Stages 3–5, shaping an ambitious, knowledge‑rich curriculum and nurturing a deep curiosity about the past that endures well beyond school. You’ll join a modern, growing academy with a clear ethos; Be Kind. Be Strong. Be Brave and play a key role in helping every student thrive. 

At Bolder Academy, character and academic growth go hand‑in‑hand. Our state‑of‑the‑art building and rich co‑curricular offer are complemented by meaningful industry partnerships (including Sky) that help students connect learning with the wider world.  

Why lead History at Bolder? 

• Shape and grow a high‑quality History curriculum with a strong through‑line from KS3 to A‑level, elevating uptake and disciplinary thinking. 
• Lead teaching and learning in History, coaching colleagues, refining assessment and ensuring consistently great classroom practice. 
• Inspire a culture of historical curiosity through enrichment, visits and events that broaden horizons and develop confident, articulate, critical thinkers. 
• Join a school on the up: Bolder is Ofsted ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ Personal Development (Dec 2022). 

What we’re looking for 

• A highly‑motivated classroom practitioner who: 
• Has QTS and recent UK experience of delivering good to outstanding lessons across a range of abilities.  
• Brings secure subject expertise in History and a track record of raising attainment through smart use of assessment and intervention.  
• Demonstrates inclusive practice and strong behaviour routines that help every learner feel safe, challenged and successful.  
• Can lead through others; setting vision, modelling great pedagogy and developing colleagues. 

We are looking for someone with proven experience in curriculum planning, a track record of outstanding teaching, and the ability to motivate both students and staff. 

History shapes how we understand the world we live in. If you are a collaborative, inspiring historian ready to lead History with ambition and integrity, we would love to hear from you. Join us to shape great teaching, grow brilliant young people and build a better, brighter, bolder future together.