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History & Politics Teacher | Sixth Form-Focused School

Role: Teacher of History and Politics (KS4–KS5)

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: September 2027

Salary: Competitive Salary + Sixth Form Responsibility Allowance

Are you an academically ambitious historian with the ability to challenge students through political debate, historical interpretation and independent research?

A sixth form-focused school in Luton is seeking a History and Politics Teacher to join its senior humanities team. The successful candidate will teach academically demanding courses and support students preparing for university and competitive applications.

The Role

  • Senior Teaching: Deliver GCSE and A-Level History, with Politics teaching where appropriate.

  • Essay Development: Teach structured argument, source analysis and critical evaluation.

  • Current Affairs: Encourage informed discussion of political and social developments.

  • University Preparation: Support personal statements, admissions preparation and academic research.

  • Enrichment: Lead debates, conferences, societies and visiting-speaker events.

The Candidate

  • Academic Background: A degree in History, Politics or a related subject.

  • Senior Curriculum Expertise: Strong knowledge of A-Level assessment requirements.

  • Analytical Ability: Excellent essay-writing and critical-thinking skills.

  • Confidence: Ability to lead sophisticated classroom discussion.

  • Mentoring: Commitment to supporting students’ academic progression.

The Environment

  • Sixth Form Excellence: A school with high university aspirations.

  • Academic Culture: Strong focus on independent study and debate.

  • Enrichment: Regular lectures, competitions and university events.

  • Professional Growth: Opportunities to develop sixth form leadership.

Apply Now

This is a career-enhancing role for a History or Politics specialist seeking a challenging Bedfordshire appointment. Submit your CV to express your interest.

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Luton

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