History Teacher. Job in Woodstock Education & Training Jobs

WAYMAN Education; Woodstock; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed all-girls grammar school in Woodstock seeks a dedicated History Teacher to join its Humanities Faculty. The role involves delivering a dynamic curriculum to students from Key Stage 3 to A-Level, fostering critical inquiry and debate. Join a supportive staff community and contribute to a thriving department with exceptional students eager for intellectual growth.

Benefits

Professional development tailored to your growth

Opportunities for leadership and curriculum development

Collaborative and supportive staff community

Qualifications

• Experience teaching History across key stages, ideally up to A-Level.
• Passion for academic challenge and promoting historical literacy.
• Willingness to contribute to co-curricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach History across KS3 KS5 including preparation for GCSE and A-Level assessments.
• Inspire pupils through engaging lessons that promote debate and analysis.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback as necessary.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Critical thinking

Historical analysis

Education

Degree in History or related subject

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Location: Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Start Date: September 2025

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity
An esteemed all-girls grammar school in Woodstock is seeking a dedicated and inspiring History Teacher to join its exceptional Humanities Faculty. The successful candidate will deliver a dynamic curriculum from Key Stage 3 to A-Level, fostering a deep appreciation for historical knowledge, critical inquiry, and independent thinking.

About the School
Renowned for its academic excellence and empowering learning environment, the school supports students to become articulate, analytical, and confident young women. History plays a central role in the curriculum, encouraging students to question, debate, and explore diverse historical perspectives.

The department is well-resourced, intellectually ambitious, and deeply committed to helping students achieve outstanding outcomes in public examinations and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach History across KS3 KS5, including preparation for GCSE and A-Level assessments

• Inspire pupils through engaging lessons that promote critical thinking, historical analysis, and academic debate

• Contribute to a thriving department with a strong tradition of extracurricular enrichment

• Support whole-school events, including history-themed activities, trips, and competitions

• Monitor and assess student progress, providing effective feedback and intervention as required

Candidate Profile

• A degree in History or a related subject

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience teaching History across key stages, ideally up to A-Level

• A passion for academic challenge and a commitment to promoting historical literacy

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school, including co-curricular activities

Why Join This School?

• High-achieving, motivated students eager to engage in intellectual debate

• A collaborative and supportive staff community

• Professional development tailored to your growth as a subject specialist and educator

• Opportunities to contribute to leadership, curriculum development, and wider school initiatives

How to Apply
Please send your CV and a brief covering statement to express your interest in this exciting opportunity. Early applications are encouraged.