History Teacher

Willingcare; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established private school in Reading is looking for a passionate History Teacher to deliver high-quality lessons for KS3 and KS4. The role encourages creativity and collaboration, allowing teachers to bring historical themes to life. Candidates must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have a degree in History with experience in UK schools. The school offers extensive training, competitive pension, and a supportive team environment focused on innovation.

Benefits

Extensive training and professional development opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

Onsite parking

Wellbeing support programme

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) essential.
• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 History within a UK school.
• Strong understanding of the History national curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and deliver lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Assess and monitor student progress providing effective feedback.
• Create a classroom environment that encourages curiosity and analytical thinking.
• Support whole‑school activities, trips and enrichment where appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Humanities team to enhance curriculum delivery.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong communication skills

Engaging lesson delivery

Education

Degree in History

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Job Description

History Teacher p / a

Here’s your chance to teach History in a well-established private school where curiosity, critical thinking, and academic ambition thrive. This exciting History Teacher role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality KS3 and KS4 History lessons in an environment that values creativity, passion, and depth of subject knowledge.

Picture yourself in a school where students are eager to learn, colleagues collaborate closely, and you’re encouraged to use your expertise to make History meaningful. From ancient civilizations to modern world developments you’ll help young people understand how the past shapes their future while working in a supportive, well‑resourced setting that truly values your craft.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) essential.
• A degree in History.
• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 History within a UK school.
• Strong understanding of the History national curriculum.
• Ability to bring historical events and themes to life in an engaging way.
• Confident classroom management and strong communication skills.

Perks Benefits & Reasons to Join

• Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
• A competitive pension scheme.
• Onsite parking for easy commuting.
• Access to a thorough wellbeing support programme.
• A warm collaborative team that values innovation and fresh ideas.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan and deliver lessons aligned with the national curriculum.
• Assess and monitor student progress providing effective feedback.
• Create a classroom environment that encourages curiosity and analytical thinking.
• Support whole‑school activities, trips and enrichment where appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Humanities team to enhance curriculum delivery and share best practice.

Reference: WILL188592 / JR

INDCHI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1