Inspiring History Teacher (KS3-4) - Paid to Scale

Philosophy Education, Ltd.; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

CPD & career development

Welcoming staff community

Job summary

Philosophy Education Ltd. is assisting a highly regarded Maidstone secondary school in recruiting a History Teacher for KS3/KS4, full- or part-time, starting Sep/Oct 2026.

The role focuses on delivering engaging History lessons, developing critical thinking, and supporting curriculum initiatives within a successful Humanities department. The successful candidate will have QTS or equivalent, demonstrable History expertise, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Experience teaching History across KS3 and KS4
• Excellent subject knowledge and enthusiasm for History
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• High expectations of student achievement and progress

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Inspire students through British, European, and world history.
• Plan and deliver lessons that challenge and support learners of all abilities.
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress to ensure strong outcomes.
• Develop enquiry, source analysis, and critical thinking skills.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental initiatives.
• Support enrichment activities and educational visits.

Job description

Philosophy Education Ltd. is assisting a highly regarded Maidstone secondary school in recruiting a History Teacher for KS3/KS4, full- or part-time, starting Sep/Oct 2026.

The role focuses on delivering engaging History lessons, developing critical thinking, and supporting curriculum initiatives within a successful Humanities department. The successful candidate will have QTS or equivalent, demonstrable History expertise, and a commitment to safeguarding.