Wanted: History Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Ely; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school near Cambridge is seeking a dedicated History Teacher to join their successful team starting September 2025. This full-time role offers the chance to teach motivated students in a well-resourced environment, with opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary based on the MPS/UPS scale.

Qualifications

• Hold a formal teaching qualification with QTS.
• Possess excellent subject knowledge in History.
• Be an enthusiastic and inspiring educator.

Responsibilities

• Teach History to students across relevant age groups.
• Inspire students with excellent behaviour and high academic ability.

Skills

Subject knowledge in History

Enthusiastic educator

Education

Formal teaching qualification with QTS (e.g., PGCE)

Job description

Job Opportunity: History Teacher at a Prestigious Cambridge Independent School

Our client, a highly esteemed independent school near Cambridge, is seeking a dedicated History Teacher to join their team on a full-time basis starting September 2025.

The successful candidate will become part of a well-resourced and successful department, teaching students with excellent behaviour and high academic ability. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in one of the top schools in Cambridge.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• Teach History to students across relevant age groups
• Be an enthusiastic and inspiring educator
• Possess excellent subject knowledge in History
• Hold a formal teaching qualification with QTS (e.g., PGCE)
• Legal right to work in the UK

School Overview

This school boasts extraordinary academic results (92% A*- B at A-level), state-of-the-art facilities, and a strong reputation within the community. It values continual self-improvement and offers ample opportunities for academic and personal development beyond the curriculum.

Highlights include:

• Named among the top 5 schools in Cambridgeshire in 2023
• 89% of GCSE results graded 9, 8, or 7
• High standards of pupil behaviour
• Outstanding facilities and resources

The position is paid according to scale on MPS/UPS.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an updated CV promptly to be considered for this exciting opportunity.