Teacher of History

Catholic Recruitment; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Canteen

Company pension

Free On-site parking

On-site gym

Sick pay

Job summary

St Gregory’s Catholic School invites applicants for a Teacher of History. The role is pro-rated (0.7 FTE) with responsibilities spanning GCSE and A Level teaching, resource development, and contributing to department schemes of work.

You will monitor student progress, engage in PSHE tutoring, and uphold the school’s Catholic ethos. We seek a motivated educator aligned with our mission to promote academic excellence and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Teach GCSE (AQA) and A Level (Pearson Edexcel).
• Contribute to resource bank and materials for pupils of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and evaluate schemes of work in relation to relevant Key Stages.
• Provide team teaching support in class as required.
• Maintain records of achievement and progress; mark and return work within a reasonable time.

Skills

GCSE teaching

A Level teaching

Job description

As a Teacher of History at St Gregory’s Catholic School, you will inspire students to develop a love of history and a curiosity about the world around them. You will deliver engaging and high-quality lessons that enable all students to achieve their potential, while promoting the school’s Catholic values and commitment to academic excellence. The successful candidate will contribute to a supportive and ambitious learning environment, helping students become confident, reflective, and responsible young people.

Job Title: Teacher of History

Salary Grade:MPS/UPS, salary is pro-rated

FTE:0.7

Line Manager:Subject Leader for History

Purpose of Job

To support the work of the Subject Leader in raising the standards of teaching, learning and achievement in the department.

Teaching and Learning

• Teach the subject as required at all levels including GCSE (AQA) and A Level (Pearson Edexcel).
• Contribute to the Department’s bank of resources for the teaching of the subject and assist in the production of materials which take into account pupils of all abilities and levels.
• Contribute to the drawing up, evaluation and reviewing of schemes of work in relation to relevant Key Stages.
• Plan and evaluate work in accordance with departmental policy.
• Provide team teaching support in class as required.

Assessment, Recording and Reporting

• Maintain records of achievement and progress of all pupils in accordance with the statutory requirements and the departmental policy.
• Mark and return work set, including homework, within an agreed and reasonable time.
• Use the School’s Marking Policy and Departmental Policy at all times.
• Complete student data entry and reports in line with School Policy.
• Attend Parents’ Evenings as required and keep parents/carers informed about their child’s performance and future targets.

Tutor Role

• Undertake responsibility for a Tutor Group including Registration, Small Group Tutorials and delivery of PSHE.
• Monitor and set targets for the social and academic progress of all students in the Tutor group.
• Endeavour to build up a good relationship with the students in the Tutor Group so that they will look to you for support and advice.

General Duties

• The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the written statement of conditions of employment (the contract of employment).
• S/he shall be subject to all relevant statutory requirements as detailed in the most recent School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.
• To promote good order among pupils and ensure their health and safety both on and off the school premises.
• To act in accordance with the school’s policy on safeguarding issues.
• Promote the School ethos in which the highest achievements are expected from all members of the School community.
• Adhere at all times to the professional business standards of dress, courtesy and efficiency in line with the Catholic ethos of the School.
• Uphold the School’s behaviour code and uniform regulations

Performance Management and Professional

The teacher will be part of the School’s Appraisal Scheme. S/he will have a Line Manager who will set agreed targets for the year. The Line Manager will monitor and review performance, including classroom teaching. The School will support the continuing professional development of all staff to ensure that their expertise is being kept up to date.

Applications will be considered as they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and St Gregory’s Catholic School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.

St Gregory’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this position is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Free On-site parking
• On-site gym
• Sick pay

Closing date for applications: 19 October 2026 9.00am

Interview date: w/c 19 October 2026

Start Date: 1 January 2027