History Teacher - Independent School - Kingston upon Thames

Are you a passionate History Teacher who enjoys bringing the past to life and helping young people develop strong analytical and critical-thinking skills? Are you looking for a permanent position within an ambitious school where teaching is valued and staff are encouraged to develop?

• History Teacher Role

• Teaching History across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential KS5 teaching

• Kingston upon Thames

• ASAP Start

• Full-time, Permanent

• MPS1 – UPS3 Salary

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an engaging and committed History Teacher to join a thriving Humanities department. The successful candidate will teach History across KS3 and KS4, delivering a varied curriculum that enables students to develop their knowledge, interpretation and understanding of historical events.

The school is looking for a teacher who can create purposeful lessons that encourage students to ask questions, challenge interpretations and form well-supported arguments. You will be expected to plan effectively, monitor progress carefully and adapt your teaching to meet the needs of different learners.

There is a strong emphasis on developing students’ written skills, particularly as they progress towards GCSE. The successful applicant will therefore need to be confident preparing students for examinations and helping them become increasingly independent historians.

You will work alongside experienced members of the Humanities team, sharing ideas and contributing to curriculum development. The school is also committed to supporting staff development, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to establish themselves in a strong department or take the next step in their teaching career.

History Teacher - School Information

This Independent School in Kingston upon Thames offers a stimulating and academically focused environment where students are encouraged to achieve highly while developing confidence and independence.

The school has high expectations of both students and staff and places importance on creating a positive classroom culture. Teachers are encouraged to use a range of approaches to make learning challenging, accessible and enjoyable.

The Humanities department is well established and benefits from a collaborative approach. Staff work together on curriculum planning, assessment and enrichment, with opportunities for students to extend their learning beyond the classroom through trips, talks and wider activities.

History Teacher - Experience and Qualifications

• History Degree or relevant degree

• QTS

• Experience teaching History at KS3 and KS4

• Strong knowledge of the History curriculum

• GCSE teaching experience

• Ability to motivate and challenge students of different abilities

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

• Applications welcomed from experienced teachers and suitably qualified ECTs

Salary

The salary for this History Teacher position will be paid to scale on a contract to scale MPS/UPS.

Application

Please send your application for this History Teacher position through as soon as possible.