We are recruiting for the rare position of Teacher of History, in a school where history runs through its veins, where pupils brim with enthusiasm for the subject, bringing their broad general knowledge into the classroom and excelling in both taught History lessons and the wider extra-curricular nature of History at the Under School. The subject is taught by several teachers across the School, all of whom contribute to the department. There is a strong academic and progressive ethos: we are reflective practitioners who collaborate to ensure that the boys are stimulated by the process of learning, feel empowered to think for themselves and are inquisitive about the world around them. At the heart of our approach is an overall love of academic endeavour and critical thinking.

History is taught chronologically throughout the School, from the ancient Egyptians in Year 3 up to Victorian Britain until 1901 in Year 8. Each year group has at least one History trip each year, for example, to Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament - both on our doorstep, or further afield such as to the Battlefields of northern Europe, or to study Anne Frank in Amsterdam. History Society takes place regularly at lunchtimes where pupils seize the opportunity to research independently and present to other adults and pupils about a historical event or theme of their choosing. Moreover, a majority of the senior part of the School participates in the annual Townsend Warner competition. We have won either the School competition or the individual competition several times in recent years and so History really is at the very heart of the School.

This is an exciting time to join the Under School, as we look forward to expansion to become a co-educational school for children aged four to 13 from September 2026. A key part of this role over the next year will therefore be to support with the development of our new curriculum for Reception to Year 2, and adapt the current schemes of work for a co-educational environment.

The role of Teachers of History, line managed by the Head of History, is to:

• Teach in any year groups from Years 3 up to Year 8, including possibly pupils taking the Scholarship examinations for Westminster, Eton and any other senior schools. Specific areas of experience may be able to be accommodated.
• Teach an exciting, inspiring and academically robust, chronologically-based curriculum
• Through teaching History, teaching the development of wider skills and knowledge, e.g., study skills, PSHE, RSE and wellbeing, use of technology within lessons, Fundamental Values, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and so on.
• Contribute to the Department Development Plan, in liaison with the Head of History.
• Ensure that all groups of pupils are catered for, including exceptionally high achievers and SEND pupils
• Liaise with other colleagues within History department, sharing resources and planning where appropriate.
• Contribute to the wider departmental development and activities, e.g., History Society, lead/accompany trips, etc.

Additionally, all colleagues are expected to be involved in the wider school including being a Form Tutor, supervision during break and lunch times, getting involved with Games, attending Parents’ Evenings, accompanying school residential trips, and so on. The ability to teach another subject may be advantageous.

Whilst every effort has been taken to provide a comprehensive list of responsibilities, the post holder may be asked to complete other duties which could be considered relevant to the role, as directed by the Master or the Assistant Master, Teaching and Learning or other senior staff.

The School is an exceptionally supportive one, aiming to give all colleagues a positive work-life balance. We have a warm and friendly Common Room and beautiful facilities, including the largest Square in central London which pupils use every day. Additionally, the School will be moving to a completely new building in the Autumn of 2025, offering a huge amount of space, natural light and modern facilities. From September 2026, the School will expand to open a Reception class and will go co-educational in Reception, Year 3 and Year 7. The School will be completely co-educational in all year groups by 2028.

Please refer the below (attached) person specification.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer. We therefore encourage candidates to apply irrespective of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation.

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Westminster Under School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Required for: September 2025

Location: Vincent Square - Westminster Under School

Hours of work: Full-Time/Part-Time (minimum three days a week) for one academic year

Salary: Westminster Under School has its own salary scale, and new members of staff are placed at a point relevant to their qualifications and experience. Details of salary will be discussed at interview with those candidates who are shortlisted

For this role, there is no fixed closing date. Applications will be considered on receipt and interviews may occur at any stage.