Head of History & Politics
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Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 35.00 Weeks per Year: 52.000 Pay Grade: CompetitiveThe Role
Head of History and Politics
Competitive Salary
Permanent, Full Time
Start date: 1 January 2026
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of History and Politics to oversee our thriving and successful History department. The role will be suitable for a candidate who is passionate about the subject and can work with our team to continue to build the profile of History within the School.
All students study History in years 7-9 and a significant number choose to take History as a GCSE option. 87% of History grades in 2022 were 9-7 and 90% of A Level grades were A*-B.
The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner with proven experience of teaching History at all levels. You will be well qualified with a good degree. Experience of teaching Politics would be an advantage.
How to apply
Please complete the online application and include a supporting statement
Closing date for applications is: 18 June 2025
Early applications are encouraged as the School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
About us
Sir William Perkins’s School is a high-performing, academically selective, independent girls’ school for approximately 600 students aged 11 – 18 years. The Head is both a member of HMC and GSA. It is located on an attractive 12- acre site situated on the outskirts of Chertsey, a two-minute walk from the railway station and very near to the junction of the M3 and M25.
Sir William Perkins’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Benefits
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| A digital platform offering exclusive savings in a number of High Street and online retailers | |
| A friendly and collaborative staff body, willing to support and share in the success of our peers | |
| Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed | |
| Complimentary staff lunch for all staff working over 6 hours a day | |
| Generous pension plan | |
| Limited on-site car parking and bike sheds | |
Qualifications
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| Degree in a relevant subject |
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| Qualified Teacher Status |
Essential
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Skills
| Leadership | |
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| Ability to advance equality and overcome disadvantage |
Desirable
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| Effective leadership and motivational skills |
Essential
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| Strong leader in the delivery of excellence in teaching and learning |
Essential
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| Ability to inspire, set clear direction and motivate staff |
Essential
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| Adaptable - ability to adapt style to a variery of situations and people |
Desirable
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| Focused on standards and positive outcomes |
Desirable
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Ability to work collaboratively and lead a team |
Essential
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| Committed |
Essential
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| Dedicated |
Essential
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| Focused |
Essential
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| Integrity |
Essential
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| Experience | |
| Current first aid certificate |
Desirable
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Safeguarding Information
Sir William Perkins’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Sir William Perkins's School
Guildford Road
Chertsey
Surrey
KT16 9BN
Graeme Smith
gsmith@swps.org.uk