Teacher of History

Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Leeds is seeking a full-time Teacher of History. The successful candidate will engage students in a dynamic department offering the AQA History specification. Responsibilities include exceptional teaching, contributing to curriculum development, and ensuring student achievement. This role supports professional growth and includes great perks such as free parking and CPD opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site car parking

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced sick pay and maternity/paternity/adaption leave

Access to Teachers' Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to set and achieve high standards.
• Commitment to student-centered learning approach.
• Willingness to undertake further professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality learning, teaching and assessment.
• Contribute to the development of high-quality resources.
• Monitor and track each learner's achievement.

Skills

Motivating students

Teaching History at Advanced Level

Effective teaching strategies

Positive attitude

ICT skills

Education

Good honours degree in History or relevant subject

Postgraduate Certificate of Education or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College is seeking to appoint a well-qualified, high performing and enthusiastic individual to the full-time post of Teacher of History. The History & Politics Department is lively, dynamic and progressive in its approaches to delivering the specification and topics offered. The department currently teaches the AQA A level History specification, with around 300 students. The successful candidate will teach topics including: The Cold War, c1945-1991; The Tudors: England, 1485-1603; and the Coursework Historical Investigation – Civil Rights in the US, 1865-1980. The department offers extra-curricular opportunities (e.g., trips to Berlin and Westminster, visits by MPs and academic speakers) and encourages CPD. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the extra-curricular offer. Applications from recently qualified teachers and ECTs are welcome.

Main duties

• To provide high quality learning, teaching and assessment in accordance with the duties of a main scale teacher and in accordance with the College's policies
• To have regard to the principles and values expressed in the College's Mission Statement
• To monitor and track each learner's achievement according to value added criteria, assessment and attendance to ensure each learner fulfils their potential
• To contribute to the development of high-quality resources, schemes of work and teaching, learning and assessment resources and strategies
• To contribute to the further development of the subject through enrichment and study trips to maximise students’ engagement
• To contribute to the planning activities of the department, reflecting the needs of the students and the aims of the College
• To embrace a varied range of teaching and learning styles appropriate to the post-16 learner, developing a team culture and integrating ILT/online platforms
• To work as part of a team and contribute to effective working relations
• To undertake an appropriate programme of teaching in accordance with the duties of a main scale teacher
• To undertake the assessment of students' work in accordance with the College's assessment policy

Quality Assurance and Professional Development

• To actively participate in staff development activities
• To participate in the College appraisal system
• To contribute to target setting within the department and work towards achievement
• To develop effective teaching and learning styles
• To contribute to and participate in the College's lesson observation procedures
• To maintain accurate and up-to-date information concerning students and their progress
• To contribute to the College's liaison and information events (e.g., Open Mornings and Parents\' Consultations)
• To communicate with parents when appropriate, including report writing and attendance at Parents\' Consultations

Other

• To have regard to the principles and values expressed in the College's Mission Statement
• To demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• To comply with the College\'s Equality, Diversity and Health and Safety requirements
• To liaise with partner schools, higher education, industry, examination boards and other external bodies as appropriate
• To maximise the intake of History students in liaison with partner schools
• To attend meetings in accordance with the College meetings schedule
• To contribute to a stimulating teaching environment while adhering to Health and Safety policy
• To undertake any other duties reasonably assigned by the Principal

Personal and Professional Requirements

• A good honours degree in History or a relevant subject
• Postgraduate Certificate of Education or equivalent (Secondary or Further Education)
• Ability to teach History at Advanced Level
• Successful experience of teaching A Level History
• Evidence of recent outstanding results at A level, Level 3 and/or GCSE
• Excellent classroom teacher of History
• Awareness of current developments in History
• Ability to motivate students and develop strategies to stretch the more able
• Positive, proactive attitude with flexible approach
• Ability to set and achieve high standards for themselves and students
• Commitment to a student-centered learning approach
• Ability to manage student progress and complete relevant documentation
• ICT skills to enhance teaching and learning
• Evidence of effective teaching and learning strategies including differentiation
• Creative and imaginative approach to developing resources
• Willingness to undertake further personal/professional development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of young people
• Alignment with Catholic ethos of the college

Desirable

• Knowledge/experience of the A level Politics syllabus
• Experience of working in a successful department
• Knowledge of developments in the post-16 sector

Completing Your Application

To apply, you must be eligible to work in the UK. Please do not send a standard CV; fill in the application form fully. Shortlisting will focus on fit with the Person Specification. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. If selected for interview, you will be asked to consent to necessary enquiries. This role is based in the UK, and employment is conditional on the right to work in the UK.

Completed applications should be returned via the TES Portal.

What we can offer

• Free on-site car parking
• Located in the University District of Leeds, close to Leeds City Centre
• The framework for Ethical Leadership in Education
• Ofsted rated the College as Outstanding (March 2022 and September 2024)
• West Yorkshire Travel Plan Network with 12% discount on Annual Metro Cards
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site canteen facilities, including a Starbucks
• CPD opportunities and staff wellbeing initiatives
• Enhanced sick pay and maternity/paternity/adaption leave (subject to eligibility)
• Flu vaccination reimbursement and staff support services
• Access to Teachers\' Pension Scheme and West Yorkshire Pensions
• Chapel access and staff events
• Wellbeing and charity activities and staff social events

Closing date

Closing date: 10:00 AM on Monday 13 October 2025. Interviews are expected on Thursday 16 October 2025. Applicants not contacted within four weeks of the closing date should assume they have not been shortlisted. Thank you for your interest in this post.