Teacher of Politics and History
Teacher of Politics and History
Permanent; Full time
Commencing: September 2026
Closing date: 3 November 2025 at 12 noon
Haileybury is looking to appoint a Teacher of Politics and History to join a vibrant, committed, and professional History & Politics Department.
Politics is taught in the Sixth Form at Haileybury, where it is hugely popular. The subject is offered both at A level and within the IB Diploma Programme and there is regular demand for two classes in each. Areas of study cover both UK politics and the study of political systems more widely.
History is one of the core subjects in the Lower School (Years 7 to 8) and the Removes (Year 9). History is an extremely popular option at GCSE level. There is also a strong uptake at A level.
There are extracurricular groups offered for all year groups, with our History Society acting as a platform for Oxbridge preparation. The pupil-led Attlee Society is one of the most popular academic societies in the School, with pupils meeting regularly to discuss politics, world issues and current affairs. Haileybury also has a thriving MUN programme and hosts the largest annual MUN school conference in the UK.
The successful applicant will be educated to a degree level within a relevant subject and will feel confident that they have the knowledge and ability to teach the subject at A level; previous experience of teaching the IB Diploma programme is desirable but not essential. They will have an interest in fostering lifelong learning in our pupils and the ability to stretch pupils beyond the curriculum.
Please see the candidate brief for more information.
About Haileybury
Haileybury is a leading co-educational independent boarding and day school in Hertfordshire with around 900 pupils, aged 11 to 18. Founded in 1862, Haileybury is a school that values its history and traditions, but which is innovative and progressive.
Haileybury has an outstanding reputation in the UK and internationally and was judged “excellent in all areas” by ISI in October 2022. We are thrilled that Haileybury has been awarded the prestigious title of Boarding School of the Year 2024 by Tes.
We are a dynamic, outward-looking and future-oriented school which aims to provide high academic achievement, outstanding pastoral care and a rich and varied co-curricular programme; we want our pupils to leave school as confident, rounded and ambitious individuals.
Haileybury is situated on a beautiful 500-acre estate in Hertfordshire. Accommodation may be provided, either on or near the school site. Other benefits include pension, private healthcare, and substantial fee remission. Staff have the opportunity to utilise the School’s wonderful facilities including gyms, swimming pool, tennis club, and our Health and Wellbeing Centre. Staff are also provided with lunch, and other meals as needed, within our magnificent dining hall.
The School offers exciting career development opportunities, supported by a comprehensive professional development programme.
How to apply
To apply for the above position please complete the application form in full, with reference to the candidate brief, and return it with a covering letter to teacherrecruitment@haileybury.com by 3 November 2025 at 12 noon.
Please be aware that we cannot consider an application unless the application form has been filled in completely, including details of your full employment history.
The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date; candidates are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The School has a diverse pupil body and is committed to its strategy of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds to enrich our collective knowledge and experience. Appointments will be made on merit.
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Haileybury is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection vetting, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.