Charles is an 'Outstanding' Teacher & Leader, Looking for a New Challenge in North London | Head of History / Humanities | Aspiring Assistant Head | Available September 2026 | North London
Charles is an ambitious, values-driven Head of Humanities with a proven track record of building high-performing teams and delivering exceptional outcomes. Having recently relocated to North London, he is seeking a new challenge from September 2026 as Head of History, Head of Humanities or Assistant Head.
A confident and charismatic leader, Charles combines strategic clarity with warmth and integrity, and would make an outstanding addition to any school looking to strengthen curriculum, culture and staff development. He is unwavering in his belief that a rich Humanities education empowers young people to think critically, engage deeply with the world, and understand their place within it.
Education & Qualifications
- NPQL – Teacher Development: Ambition Institute (2025)
- NPQL – Middle Leadership: Ambition Institute (2021)
- PGCE Secondary History with QTS: University College London (2017)
- MA Cultural Politics: Goldsmiths, University of London
- BA (Hons) Social Anthropology and Politics: University of Kent - Upper Second Class
Experience Summary
Charles is currently Head of Humanities and Citizenship at an outstanding graded London academy, leading History, Geography, Religious Studies, Philosophy, Citizenship and Politics. Over the past decade, he has progressed rapidly through a range of leadership roles including Head of History, Head of Sixth Form, EPQ Coordinator and Teacher Training Lead. His career reflects both sustained impact on outcomes and a deep commitment to developing teachers and shaping whole-school culture.
- Designed and implemented a rigorous seven-year History curriculum (Years 7–13), encompassing over 500 hours of planned learning, driving consistency, challenge and strong progression.
- Delivered exceptional examination outcomes, including over 70% of GCSE students achieving Grades 7–9 and 100% A Level A*–C, with 50% at A–A*.
- Significantly increased uptake at GCSE and A Level, doubling GCSE numbers and achieving a 500% increase in A Level History entries over five years.
- Line-managed and developed Humanities staff across multiple disciplines, fostering high expectations, collaborative planning and strong departmental identity.
- Led the ECT and teacher training provision, overseeing coaching, assessment and CPD, and shaping a culture of professional growth and instructional excellence.
- Served as Head of Sixth Form, leading on safeguarding, pastoral care, attendance, behaviour, parental engagement and enrichment, ensuring students thrived both academically and personally.
- Coordinated the EPQ provision, managing supervisors, teaching taught-skills sessions and securing strong outcomes for Sixth Form students.
- Contributed beyond his school through exam board examining, curriculum framework development, digital strategy work and debate team leadership.
Key Strengths
- Strategic curriculum leadership with a clear vision for Humanities excellence
- Proven track record of raising attainment and increasing subject uptake
- Skilled line manager and coach with strong expertise in teacher development
- Calm, authoritative presence with consistently high expectations
- Experienced Sixth Form and whole-school leader with strong pastoral insight
- Confident communicator, able to inspire students, staff and the wider community
- Deep commitment to inclusive education and broadening cultural capital