History Teacher

Marchant Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational agency is seeking a History Teacher for a Guernsey-based school from January 2026. The role emphasizes raising academic standards through effective teaching of KS3 and KS4 History. Applicants should possess Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree, with proven success in teaching at GCSE level. The school offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment focused on staff development and student well-being.

Benefits

Guernsey salary and benefits package

Staff professional development and support

Opportunity to lead literacy initiatives

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant History or related degree.
• Proven success in teaching at GCSE level.
• Strong skills in academic writing and historical events.

Responsibilities

• Teach History across KS3 and KS4 focusing on critical skills.
• Contribute to the school's literacy strategy.
• Promote a culture of reading for pleasure.

Skills

Teaching challenging texts

Critical analysis

Academic essay writing

Promoting reading for pleasure

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Relevant History or related degree

Job description

Guernsey is seeking an engaging and dedicated History Teacher to join its supportive Humanities Faculty from January 2026, with a focus on raising academic standards.

History Teacher – Drive Academic Historical Learning Across KS3/4 Curriculum – Guernsey

• History Teacher required from January 2026.
• Guernsey-based school (Channel Islands) with a focus on student well-being.
• Seeking a passionate teacher to drive KS3/4 History and critical analysis.

You will teach History across KS3 and KS4, focusing on developing students' critical reading, analysis, and extended writing skills necessary for GCSE success and beyond. There is scope to contribute to the school's whole-school literacy strategy.

Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant History or related degree.
• Proven success in teaching challenging texts and maximizing progress at GCSE level.
• Strong skills in developing academic essay writing and historical event.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of reading for pleasure across the school.

School Information

This school offers an excellent working environment, located in a stunning, modern building with outstanding facilities. They strive to make their school a welcoming and positive environment, underpinned by strong relationships and excellent communication. The English department operates a collegial model, ensuring a manageable workload structure.

• Guernsey salary and benefits package.
• Strong focus on staff professional development and support.
• Opportunity to lead a literacy or reading initiative.
• Collaborative team environment with shared resources to manage workload.

Salary

Paid to Guernsey Main/Upper Pay Scale (Competitive)

Application

To apply for this History Teacher position, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.