Teacher of History (Fixed Term)

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Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Woldingham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

History degree Teaching qualification Classroom management Curriculum planning Assessment and marking ICT skills Communication skills Safeguarding

FULL DESCRIPTION

Teacher of History (Fixed Term)

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a dynamic and well-qualified teacher of History to join this excellent department. History is studied by all KS3 students, and they follow a broadly chronological approach moving from the Norman Conquest through to key events in the 20th century in years 7 and 8. In Year 9 students study Power and the People. History is a popular option for GCSE and A Level. The department has a very good record of success in public examinations and students regularly go on to read History or related subjects at degree level. Facilities and resources for teaching History are good. The History Department has a strong connection with the Politics Department.

Specific Responsibilities

  • To teach classes as allocated by the Head of Department.
  • To plan and prepare schemes of work and lessons thoroughly, according to department and school policies.
  • To prepare relevant classes for public examinations at GCSE and A Level, according to the specifications above.
  • To manage pupils’ behaviour and promote a working atmosphere in lessons by following department and school policy.
  • To set, mark and assess work, record assessments and write reports according to department and school schedules and policies.
  • To write and mark examination/test papers as directed and prepare mark schemes when necessary.
  • To support the department’s work by contributing to initiatives and taking on responsibilities which are reasonably allocated by the Head of Department.
  • To contribute to the co-curricular programme.
  • To undertake supervisory duties.
  • To undertake the duties of a form tutor (Monday to Friday).

Person Specification

Essential

  • A well-qualified and experienced graduate with a History degree.
  • The ability to teach across all Key Stages and up to A Level.
  • Excellent subject knowledge and a commitment to communicate enthusiasm for the subject through dynamic teaching.
  • To contribute to the co-curricular programme.
  • Fluent and accurate written and spoken English.
  • Excellent ICT Skills.
  • A good communicator who is able to inspire an interest in the subject.
  • An ability to engage warmly and professionally with students.
  • A calm and confident presence in the classroom.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • The ability to work as part of a team in a busy department.
  • A willingness to be generous with time committed to school.
  • Committed to operating as part of the School community.
  • Committed to the Sacred Heart Values.
  • Committed to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] as a school with high academic standing providing a holistic education and outstanding pastoral care.
  • Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
  • A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.

Desirable

  • A qualified teacher or an ECT.
  • Ability to teach a second subject will be an advantage.
  • A willingness to make a contribution to the academic enrichment provision offered by the department.
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