Teacher of History

Cardinal Newman Catholic School; Luton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Newman Catholic School, located in Luton, seeks a knowledgeable History teacher to join our vibrant, multicultural faith community. You will deliver engaging History lessons within a supportive department and contribute to whole-school teaching and learning strategies.

The ideal candidate will have strong subject knowledge, a passion for student achievement, and a collaborative approach. This is a permanent, full-time post with a January 2027 start date, aligned to the MPS/UPS framework.

Qualifications

• An excellent teacher who is passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge.
• Collaborative, able to build professional relationships.
• Committed to safeguarding and the happiness and wellbeing of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach History to a diverse student body in a faith school.
• Contribute to whole-school teaching and learning strategies.
• Collaborate with department colleagues to develop teaching practice.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Excellent teaching ability

Collaborative

Motivates students

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

History degree

Job description

Teacher of History at Cardinal Newman Catholic School a Specialist Science College

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• Job Reference #EDV/2026/CNCSSSC/11898
• Location
  Warden Hill Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7AE
• Contract Type
  Permanent
• Contract Term
  Full-Time
• Salary
  Annually (FTE) MPS/UPS
• Closing Date
  Midnight, Sun 4th Oct, 2026
• Start Date
  January 2027
• Positions Available
  1
• Positions Available 1
• Suitable for ECTs

About this Role

Teacher of History

Full Time permanent

MPS/UPS

Start date: January 2027

Are you an ambitious and talented History teacher who wants to teach in our vibrant, high achieving and multicultural faith school? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated professional to join our department in a supportive and team-orientated School. We are looking for individuals who will contribute to the current whole school teaching and learning strategies and develop their own teaching practice in collaboration with the whole department.

Our School

Cardinal Newman School is an 11-19 comprehensive school, serving the Roman Catholic community in Luton and Dunstable. We are an oversubscribed school and have a thriving Sixth Form with 300 students. We have been consistently described by Ofsted as a 'good' school and under Section 48 as an 'outstanding Catholic school'. Cardinal Newman provides a dynamic, friendly and vibrant environment where support, training and development for all staff is our top priority. Our students and staff experience a supportive and caring atmosphere, along with high standards and expectations that prepare our students for life.

We'd like to hear from candidates who are:

• An excellent teacher who is passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge
• Able to maintain a positive growth mindset despite challenges they may face
• Collaborative, able to build strong professional relationships
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential
• Confident and has strong career aspirations
• Committed to safeguarding and the happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the School

Interview:

TBC

'The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, prohibition order check and the Disclosure & Barring Service.'

Additional Information

Roman Catholic School in the Diocese of Northampton.

"Together towards our Lord through learning, love and faith"

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Are you an ambitious and talented History teacher who wants to teach in our vibrant, high achieving and multicultural faith school? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated professional to join our department in a supportive and team-orientated School. We are looking for individuals who will contribute to the current whole school teaching and learning strategies and develop their own teaching practice in collaboration with the whole department.

• An excellent teacher who is passionate about learning and has strong subject knowledge
• Able to maintain a positive growth mindset despite challenges they may face
• Collaborative, able to build strong professional relationships
• Able to motivate and inspire students and staff to achieve their full potential
• Confident and has strong career aspirations
• Committed to safeguarding and the happiness and wellbeing of everyone at the School

Interview: TBC 'The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, prohibition order check and the Disclosure & Barring Service.'

Cardinal Newman School is an 11-19 comprehensive school, serving the Roman Catholic community in Luton and Dunstable. We are an oversubscribed school and have a thriving Sixth Form with 300 students. We have been consistently described by Ofsted as a 'good' school and under Section 48 as an 'outstanding Catholic school'. Cardinal Newman provides a dynamic, friendly and vibrant environment where support, training and development for all staff is our top priority. Our students and staff experience a supportive and caring atmosphere, along with high standards and expectations that prepare our students for life.