History Teacher
Location: Hackney
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a truly compelling and analytical History Teacher to join a forward-thinking and intellectually curious school in Hackney. The successful candidate will bring the tapestry of human events to life through engaging, investigative, and profoundly relevant lessons, inspiring students to develop a sophisticated critical understanding of past societies, conflicts, and developments. At our school, history is celebrated not just as a chronological narrative, but as an essential discipline for understanding present-day challenges, fostering empathy, and cultivating a nuanced perspective on global affairs. We champion innovative pedagogical approaches, seamlessly integrating diverse primary sources, incisive historical debates, cutting-edge digital archives, and inspiring real-world historical site visits into our stimulating curriculum.
The Role
The History Teacher will:
* Deliver high-quality, intellectually challenging lessons across Key Stages 3-5, cultivating a profound love for historical inquiry and critical thinking.
* Employ creative and investigative teaching methods, including source analysis, historical role-playing, and interactive projects exploring complex historical arguments.
* Empower students to analyse evidence, construct reasoned historical interpretations, and articulate their understanding with clarity and precision.
* Actively contribute to the wider school community through thriving history clubs, academic symposiums, and inspiring historical research projects.
The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a qualified History Teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent) who:
* Possesses an unyielding passion for history, its diverse narratives, and innovative teaching.
* Is exceptionally skilled in devising creative and engaging learning experiences that deeply inspire students.
* Demonstrates a proven ability to differentiate instruction to both support and rigorously challenge learners across all academic abilities.
* Works seamlessly as part of a collaborative team and is eager to lead school-wide academic and cultural initiatives.
Why Join Our School?
* A vibrant and intellectually stimulating learning environment that passionately celebrates critical thinking and historical understanding.
* A highly supportive and collegial Humanities department with a shared commitment to fostering deep historical insight and informed citizenship.
* Exceptional opportunities for continuous professional development and robust career progression.
* A unique chance to conceptualise and lead exciting, student-driven research projects and historical commemorations.
Start Date: September
This is a phenomenal opportunity for a History Teacher seeking to inspire the next generation of critical thinkers, researchers, and informed citizens.
To apply, please submit a CV as soon as possible