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Job Opportunity: Teacher of History (KS3-KS4)
Location: Richmond (TW10 postcode)
Start Date: January
Contract: Maternity Cover (January - November 2025)
School Type: High-performing, supportive secondary school

We are delighted to be working with a well-regarded secondary school in Richmond, currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of History to join their Humanities department on a maternity cover basis from January until November.

The successful candidate will teach History across KS3 and KS4, delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that inspire curiosity, historical thinking, and independent learning.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver high‑quality History lessons aligned with the national curriculum and school schemes of work, ensuring lessons are engaging, inclusive, and well‑sequenced.
• Teach across Years 7-11, including GCSE groups, adapting teaching strategies to meet the needs of mixed‑ability learners.
• Create a positive, stimulating classroom environment that promotes curiosity, discussion, and critical thinking about historical events and themes.
• Assess, track, and record student progress, providing constructive feedback in line with school policies to support ongoing development.
• Differentiate learning activities to support a wide range of abilities, including EAL learners, SEN students, and higher‑attaining pupils.
• Prepare students for GCSE examinations, including targeted interventions, revision planning, and helping students develop strong exam technique.
• Contribute to departmental planning, resource development, and the wider Humanities curriculum.
• Implement effective behaviour management in line with school expectations to maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
• Communicate regularly with parents, carers, and colleagues, providing clear updates on progress, behaviour, and academic expectations.
• Participate in school life, including attending meetings, CPD sessions, parents' evenings, and whole-school events.
• Support the wider Humanities department, collaborating with colleagues to share best practice and enrich the curriculum.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent required
• Strong subject knowledge in History and confidence teaching KS3-KS4
• Experience delivering GCSE History is highly desirable
• Ability to motivate, challenge, and inspire students of varying abilities
• Excellent organisational, planning, and communication skills
• Commitment to the full maternity cover period (January-November)

• Located in Richmond, easily accessible by public transport
• Supportive, collaborative Humanities department with excellent leadership
• Warm, inclusive school community focused on student well‑being and academic success
• Well‑resourced teaching environment with ongoing professional development