Teacher of History and Politics

The Fulham Boys School is seeking an excellent teacher to join our thriving History and Politics department. The successful applicant will play an integral role in contributing to the success of boys' outcomes as well as our exciting extra-curricular programme which brings history to life, inspires a lifelong love of politics and helps prepare boys for university and beyond. The success of History and Politics is underpinned by the passion of our teachers. Lessons are dynamic and exciting with a 'no opt out' approach to challenge and engagement. Learning is further brought to life by trips both within the UK and abroad including Belgium, Berlin and the USA. Our curriculum is rigorous and aims to deliver core knowledge and skills with a focus on second order concepts and investigating current affairs. Both History and Politics are popular subjects at FBS and hugely successful. In History GCSE 67% of boys achieved a 7+ with the department falling in the top 1% nationally for progress, while at A Level 35% of students achieved an A or above. In Politics 78% of students achieved an A or above which put the department in ALPS Band 1 and therefore in the top 1% of Politics departments in the country. The school was proud to see a record number of students accepted at prestigious universities to study History and Politics such as Oxford, Warwick, Reading, Exeter and Leeds. About The Fulham Boys School The Fulham Boys School, located in the heart of Fulham, is a highly successful and oversubscribed school with a good reputation in the local community. In 2024 at GCSE the school sits in the top 4% nationally for progress and achieved 90% 4+ in English & Maths and 73% 5+ in English & Maths. In the sixth form, the school is proud to once again achieve ALPs 3 which places us in the top 25% nationally for KS5 results. We offer all of our students an extended school day with all of our boys in school until 4:10pm Monday to Thursday and 2:45pm on Fridays. During this time, our extensive co-curricular offer enables students to take on a new sport or find their passion in debating, gardening or social enterprise. We want our students to leave FBS equipped for the workplace and life beyond. What we offer As a school we are passionate about the professional development and wellbeing of all of our staff. We offer:

• 172 school days per year with 5 INSET days
• Sixteen (16) weeks of school holidays - more than most state schools
• An annual staff wellbeing day where the school is closed
• Exceptional commitment to effective, evidence-based CPD that takes place on a daily basis and supports all staff to grow in their roles and prepare for future roles.
• Free staff lunches during term time, tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit in the staff room
• Subscription to the Eduction Support employee assistance programme
• Half-termly 'shining lights' where staff nominate others for recognition
• Regular staff socials and sport
• Use of the on site gym
How to apply? We actively encourage potential candidates to visit our school. If you do wish to visit, please contact Jane Proudfoot, HR Manager at The Fulham Boys School, 532 Fulham Road, London SW6 5BD or by email to recruit@fulhamboysschool.org.uk Please log onto our website www.fulhamboysschool.org for further details about the school. Application forms should be sent to Jane Proudfoot, HR Manager at The Fulham Boys School, 532 Fulham Road, London SW6 5BD or by email to recruit@fulhamboysschool.org.uk. We reserve the right to appoint at any time during the recruitment process. FBS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.