History Teacher | Barnet | Independent Co-educational School

This distinguished Independent Co-educational School in Barnet is seeking to appoint an exceptional and dedicated History Teacher to join its thriving, collaborative Humanities faculty. This is a pivotal, permanent, full-time role commencing in January 2026. The successful candidate will be passionate about igniting a genuine love for the past in every student and inspiring the highest standards of intellectual curiosity and rigour across Key Stages 3 to 5.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging and rigorous History lessons, with a substantial focus on A-Level and Oxbridge preparation.
• Cultivate high-level historical debate, sophisticated source analyse, and compelling extended essay writing skills across all classes.
• Track student progress meticulously, ensuring every pupil is intellectually challenged and expertly supported to reach their potential.
• Drive the academic life of the faculty, potentially spearheading a historical society or academic enrichment programme.
• Uphold the distinguished standards of preparation, teaching, and discipline expected within a leading independent school environment.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent and a relevant degree specialism in History.
• Proven success teaching History to A-Level, demonstrating mastery across diverse historical periods.
• A profound commitment to intellectual rigour and inspiring genuine scholarship in young people.
• Exceptional communication and classroom leadership skills, vital for engaging diverse, mixed-gender student groups.
• A collaborative mindset and a strong commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary placed on the school's own independent pay scale, significantly above national standards and determined based on your experience.
• Enrolment in a generous pension scheme with substantial employer contributions.
• Small class sizes that facilitate focused scholarly discussion and deeper academic engagement.
• Access to extensive academic resources and a generous budget for departmental needs.
• Generous non-contact time to focus on high-quality planning and preparation.

About the School This leading Independent Co-educational School in Barnet operates a vibrant academic culture that places intellectual excellence and holistic development at its core. The Humanities department is a respected hub of scholarship, offering teachers the intellectual freedom to pursue the subject with great depth and passion. The school provides a dynamic and supportive environment where expertise is celebrated, and teaching is entirely centred on developing outstanding intellectual capability.