Teacher of History and Classics (fixed term)

Moreton Hall; Weston Rhyn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in the UK seeks a dedicated Teacher of History and Classics for a part-time maternity cover starting in Spring Term 2026. The successful candidate will inspire students through engaging lessons, assess and report on academic progress, and promote the study of history and classics. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant subject and experience teaching at GCSE and A level. Benefits include free meals on campus and access to facilities like a gym and swimming pool.

Benefits

Meals provided free of charge

Access to gym and swimming pool

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• Educated to a degree level in a relevant subject.
• Teaching qualification is desirable.
• Experience in fostering lifelong learning in pupils.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons for History and Classics.
• Assess pupil progress and inform tracking.
• Promote the study of History and Classics to all pupils.

Skills

Teaching at GCSE and A level

Organisational skills

Team player

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Teacher of History and Classics (Fixed Term) Candidate Brief, for Spring Term 2026 start

• Department: History and Classics
• Line Manager: Head of Department
• Working Hours and Basis: Part Time Maternity Cover
• Start Date: Spring Term 2026

An opportunity has arisen to join our outstanding History and Classics departments at Moreton Hall on a fixed term basis to cover a period of maternity leave. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and committed teacher of History and Classics, capable of meeting the rewarding challenge of inspiring our students, both inside and outside the classroom. History and Classical Civilisation is taught from our upper Juniors (Years 5 & 6), Lower Senior School and offered at GCSE and A level.

Job Outline and Responsibilities

• Ensure the best possible academic outcomes for pupils through planning, preparing and delivering courses and lessons to a high standard.
• Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of pupils to inform pupil tracking and attend all parents' evenings.
• Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual pupils and groups of pupils.
• Promote and encourage the study of history and classics to all pupils.
• Adapt teaching according to the educational needs of individual pupils, including those with Learning Support requirements.
• Prepare and deliver engaging lessons in a positive and purposeful learning environment. Advise and cooperate with others on the preparation, development and review of teaching programmes, teaching materials.
• Assist the Head of Departments in the planning and preparation of new schemes of work and contribute to the departmental resource banks.
• Prepare pupils for public examinations and assist with preparation, invigilation and assessment of internal examinations.
• Provide guidance and advice to a tutor group, as part of a wider team of year group and House tutors.
• Supervise pupils as part of a House tutor team; this will include carrying out an evening House duty and occasional Saturday Academic Enrichment Programme morning and Sunday trip.
• Participate in the school's Professional Review and Appraisal Arrangements.

Person Specification

Qualifications: The successful applicant will be educated to a degree level in a relevant subject. A teaching qualification is desirable.

Experience: Will have experience of teaching at GCSE and A level. They will have an interest in fostering lifelong learning in our pupils and the ability to stretch pupils beyond the curriculum.

Personal Qualities: An enthusiastic, organised, team-player, ready to nurture aspiration whilst managing expectations.

Other Benefits

• Meals will be provided free of charge on campus.
• Opportunity to use the school's state of the art gym and swimming pool.
• Free parking on site and an easily accessible campus.

How to Apply

Candidates should complete their application form electronically. Please email your completed application form along with a covering letter (2 pages maximum) to [e-mail] by 4pm on Monday, 5th January 2026. Interviews will take place week commencing 12th January and will include an opportunity to tour the School. Interested candidates are invited to contact HR (01691 773671) to arrange an informal discussion with the Principal prior to applying. Moreton Hall is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Moreton Hall reserves the right to withdraw the job should a suitable candidate be found at any time during the recruitment process.