History Teacher – Progressive and Well-Respected School – Oxford – September Start

Perham Education Partnership; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive secondary school in Oxford is seeking an engaging History Teacher to inspire students in exploring the past and its relevance to present-day issues. The role involves teaching across KS3 and KS4, with opportunities for KS5 involvement. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic and capable of fostering critical thinking skills. Join a vibrant humanities team committed to academic rigour and innovative teaching methods.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable and engaging in history teaching.
• Ability to develop source evaluation and essay-writing skills.
• Reflective and innovative teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Teach History across KS3 and KS4; opportunity to contribute to KS5.
• Plan engaging lessons that develop historical inquiry.
• Encourage students to connect history with contemporary issues.

Skills

Enthusiastic teaching style

Critical thinking encouragement

Historical inquiry development

Job description

History Teacher – Progressive and Well-Respected School – Oxford – September Start

Location: Oxford | Contract: Full-Time, Permanent | Salary: MPS/UPS

A progressive and well-respected Oxford secondary school is seeking a knowledgeable and engaging History Teacher to join its vibrant humanities team this September. This is a chance to inspire students to explore the past and its relevance to the present.

Why Join This School?

The Humanities department offers a broad curriculum, from ancient civilisations to modern political history, supported by engaging trips and access to digital archives. Staff are encouraged to collaborate and share innovative teaching methods.

Your Role:

Teach History across KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to contribute to KS5 if desired. Plan lessons that develop historical inquiry, source evaluation, and essay-writing skills. Encourage students to see history as a living subject with lessons for today’s world.

Who We’re Looking For:

An enthusiastic and reflective History teacher who can spark curiosity and guide students to think critically about the past.

Apply now to join a humanities team that values academic rigour and creative teaching.