Full-time History Teacher

St Teresa's; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorpe Hall School in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a History Teacher to cover maternity leave. You will teach across Key Stages 3-4 with a particular focus on the AQA GCSE course, delivering high-quality lessons in a supportive environment.

We welcome experienced practitioners or early career teachers. The role is full-time and fixed-term until 31 August 2027, with opportunities for professional development and school‑wide collaboration.

Qualifications

• A qualified teacher with QTS and strong subject knowledge in History.
• Proven leadership skills with experience in curriculum planning and staff management.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities to raise standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality History lessons across KS3-4 with focus on GCSE (AQA).
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental improvement.
• Engage and motivate students and participate in staff collaboration.

Skills

History knowledge

Leadership skills

Curriculum planning

Staff management

Communication skills

Education

QTS

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC8826001-125 Position Type: Teacher Pay Range: Competitive

Position Start Date: 01/01/2027 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 25/09/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: ASAP

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated History Teacher to join our successful school to cover a period of maternity leave. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3-4, with a particular focus on AQA GCSE course.

This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced practitioner or an early career teacher looking to develop their skills in a supportive and forward-thinking school environment.

This post is offered on a full‑time contract, fixed-term until 31st August 2027

Who/what is Thorpe Hall School looking for?

• A qualified teacher with QTS and strong subject knowledge in History.
• Someone passionate about inspiring learners and creating engaging lessons
• Have proven leadership skills with experience in curriculum planning and staff management.
• Strong management and communication skills demonstrable through your present role;
• The ability to communicate a clear vision for improving standards within the department;
• A capacity for hard work and resilience; and a belief that this is at the core of success;
• A creative thinker with an ability and determination to secure high-quality outcomes for all students;
• An exceptional and innovative classroom practitioner with a passion for Humanities and the ability to share this with students;
• A team‑player who contributes positively to our school community

What can Thorpe Hall School offer?

• Supportive, welcoming staff and leadership.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Enthusiastic students eager to learn and engage.
• State-of-the-art facilities and resources.
• the opportunity to be innovative and to develop new educational procedures and student experiences;
• an exciting, challenging and stimulating place to work in a friendly and welcoming environment.
• Competitive salary, Teachers' Pension Scheme, on-site gym & Employee Assistance Programme.

Closing date for applications:25th September2026.

Thorpe Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, enhanced DBS, online check and a declaration that they are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.

Information about the School

Thorpe Hall is a non-selective co-educational day school of 500 pupils from Nursery to Year 11. The school is situated on a generous site on the outskirts of Southend-on-Sea and has an excellent reputation as one of the leading independent schools in the area. More information about the school and the school’s prospectus can be found on our website: https://www.thorpehall.southend.sch.uk/

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.