Teacher of History and/or Philosophy & Ethics

Nova Education Trust; Bingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

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Job summary

Nova Education Trust’s Toot Hill School is seeking a Teacher of History and/or Philosophy & Ethics for a fixed-term post until 9 April 2027. The role will be based at Toot Hill School in Nottinghamshire, with a full-time timetable and responsibilities across history and ethics, and potential extension for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging lessons, monitor student progress, support wellbeing and behavior, and participate in CPD and school-wide activities.

Qualifications

• Deliver high-quality teaching by planning engaging lessons and assessing work.
• Support student wellbeing, behaviour, and development through effective classroom management and pastoral support.
• Collaborate with colleagues, participate in meetings, CPD, and uphold school policies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning by planning and delivering engaging lessons, setting and assessing work, monitoring student progress, and providing constructive feedback to support achievement for all students.
• Support student wellbeing, behaviour, and development through effective classroom management, form tutor responsibilities, attendance monitoring, pastoral support, and regular communication with parents and carers.
• Contribute to the wider school community and professional development by collaborating with colleagues, participating in meetings and school events, maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge, engaging in CPD, and adhering to school policies and professional standards.

Job description

Teacher of History and/or Philosophy & Ethics

Toot Hill School Fixed Term Vacancy Reference: NOV20261330 Closes Nov 20, 2026 at 09:00 AM

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Description

Teacher of History and/or Philosophy & Ethics

Location: Toot Hill School

Contract: Full time, fixed term until 9th April 2027 (with the possibility to extend for the right candidate)

Closing Date: Friday 20th November 2026 at 9am

About us

Toot Hill School is a highly successful secondary school with a long-standing reputation for educational excellence and exceptional student outcomes. Combining high academic standards with a rich programme of extracurricular opportunities, we provide a supportive environment where both students and staff are encouraged to flourish and achieve their full potential.

About the role

The Teacher of History and/or Philosophy & Ethics will:

Deliver high-quality teaching and learningby planning and delivering engaging lessons, setting and assessing work, monitoring student progress, and providing constructive feedback to support achievement for all students.

Support student wellbeing, behaviour, and development through effective classroom management, form tutor responsibilities, attendance monitoring, pastoral support, and regular communication with parents and carers.

Contribute to the wider school community and professional development by collaborating with colleagues, participating in meetings and school events, maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge, engaging in CPD, and adhering to school policies and professional standards.

Why join Toot Hill School?

You will be joining a school that is not only highly successful today, but one that is shaping an even more exciting future.

Recognised as one of Nottinghamshire's leading secondary schools, Toot Hill School has a proud history of exceptional student outcomes, high expectations and life-changing opportunities for young people. In 2026, we celebrated our strongest-ever examination results, reflecting the dedication of our students, staff and wider community, and reinforcing our position as one of the highest-performing schools in the region.

There has never been a more exciting time to join our team. As we continue to build on our success, we are preparing for a transformational new chapter with the construction of a new school building due to begin in February 2027. This substantial investment in our future will provide outstanding learning environments, modern facilities and exciting new opportunities for both students and staff. Colleagues joining us now will play a key role in shaping the future of the school and helping to create a learning environment fit for the next generation.

At Toot Hill, we believe that exceptional schools are built by exceptional people. That is why staff wellbeing is of paramount importance and sits at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to ensuring that our staff feel valued, supported and able to achieve their full potential. Our Workload and Wellbeing Charter is reviewed annually, ensuring that staff voice directly influences how we work and helping us create a culture where professional ambition is matched by genuine care, support and work-life balance.

Join us and be part of a remarkable success story, an exciting new build project, and a school community where people truly matter.

Applications close on Friday 20th November 2026 at 9am .

Toot Hill School is part of Nova Education Trust,a growing family of schools united by shared values, high aspirations and a commitment to delivering the very best outcomes for children and young people. To explore all current vacancies across the Trust, please visit our careers page here .

The Trust and school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with DfE requirements.

All colleagues have access to 'Nova Perks', an employee benefits system bringing a range of fantastic benefits including salary sacrifice schemes, and health cash plan, and instant discounts. Please see the attached job pack for more details on what we have to offer.

Documents

Supporting documents for this role

• Teacher of History and or Philosophy and Ethics Job Pack_Nov26.pdf 2.1 MB Download