Teacher of History and Politics

United Learning; Embley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is looking for a full-time Teacher of History and Politics. In this role, you will inspire and support students in their studies from KS3 through to A Level. You will work collaboratively with enthusiastic colleagues dedicated to curriculum development. The position offers an opportunity to engage with pupils and foster their passion for learning. Successful candidates will have a relevant teaching qualification and the ability to motivate students to achieve their best.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching History and Politics up to A Level.
• Strong communication skills to engage students.
• Involvement in assessment and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Teach History and Politics to promote pupil engagement.
• Support students from KS3 to A Level.
• Collaborate with department staff on curriculum improvements.

Skills

Ability to inspire students

Strong knowledge of History and Politics

Curriculum development

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

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Teacher of History and Politics

Embley26 / 04 / 2024

Embley is a leading independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2–18 on the edge of the New Forest, near Romsey in Hampshire. We believe that every child is unique and deserves the recognition of that as they grow. We are academically ambitious for our children and motivate them to achieve their personal best. We encourage an appropriate belief in oneself while being mindful that the world does not end at the tip of one’s nose and that happiness in life is through success in enriching the lives of others. The school occupies the home of Florence Nightingale and our 130 acres of parkland provide a calm and beautiful space in which to work and enable pupils to learn, play, compete and achieve. We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Embley is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

Job details

SalaryUCST scaleContractual hours37.5BasisFull TimeRegionHampshireDate posted02 / 04 / 2024Job referenceREQ001050Attachments

Job description

TEACHER OF HISTORY AND POLITICS

Job Title : Teacher of History and Politics

Reporting to : Head of History and Politics

Tenure : Full time, 37.5 hours

Salary : UCST Scale

Start Date : September 2024

Application Deadline : 26 April 2024

The Role

The Teacher of History and Politics will be required to teach up to A Level to promote pupils’ engagement with the subject both within the curriculum and beyond. The successful applicant therefore will have the ability to inspire and support pupils to achieve their best throughout KS3 through to GCSE and A Level.

The History and Politics department members are enthusiastic teachers of their subjects and are involved in curriculum development and improving assessment.

Many pupils choose to study History and Politics at A Level and a significant part of the role will be to support them in achieving their goals.

We offer you the opportunity of working with supportive and dedicated colleagues where you will have the chance to develop your skills and experience.

Please see attached applicant information pack for full job description and person specification.