Teacher of History & Politics

Overview

Notting Hill & Ealing High School, one of London's leading independent day schools, has an exciting opportunity for an inspirational Teacher of History & Politics to contribute to a flourishing History & Politics Department in both its curricular and extra-curricular activities.

We are looking for a well-qualified graduate of History and Politics to teach highly motivated, talented girls throughout the school up to A Level and Oxbridge entrance. If you are a good communicator who can enthuse and inspire both pupils and colleagues and have exciting ideas about the teaching of History and Politics and the ways in which it can be further developed and encouraged, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Notting Hill & Ealing High School (NHEHS) is a leading academic day school with a warm and supportive community. Our site is in suburban, leafy west Ealing with excellent transport links.

The History & Politics department academically challenges and supports all pupils who choose these subjects. Our dedicated team of teachers brings a wide range of expertise and interests, working collaboratively to prepare students for success, including entry to competitive universities.

Learning extends well beyond the classroom through a strong extra-curricular programme. This includes History trips for different age groups, most recently to Paris and London museums, the creative 'Let Them Eat Cake' club, Politics Breakfast Club for discussion of current affairs, History Prep Club for examination support, and Senior History Society, which hosts seminar-style discussions and visiting speakers.

"The students and staff at NHEHS make working here a privilege. Colleagues are caring and supportive, the students are kind, curious and highly motivated. Often, pupils will arrive in class eager to share a fascinating fact they have read. Teaching at NHEHS is everything it should be: inspiring, rewarding and centred on developing bright young minds who challenge and motivate you every day."

- Head of Department

NHEHS is a leading academic day school. Our girls are ambitious, bright, enthusiastic and eager to learn and we offer a warm and supportive community. We occupy a site in suburban, leafy, west Ealing with excellent transport links.

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment, and competitive salaries and pay progression
• Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (12% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top-up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
• 36-week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms, with a 2-week half term in the Autumn
• 36 hour working week for full time staff
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities and training grants for qualifications
• Free life assurance benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured, offering free 24-hour counselling, wellbeing support and advice services
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches for all staff during term time (equivalent to at least £900 per year)
• In-school staff wellbeing activities and access to the school gym with swimming pool
• Interest-free loans for training, computer purchase and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme

For further details and to apply, please click the apply button. The closing date for applications is Monday 2nd February 2026 erviews will take place during the w/c 2nd February 2026. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close applications and interviews at any point in the process.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK. NHEHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Applications will be considered only from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.