History Teacher – Outstanding School – Merton

An Outstanding School in Merton is looking to recruit an enthusiastic History Teacher to join its Humanities Department. The school is seeking a teacher who can encourage students to think critically about the past, question historical evidence and develop confidence in written analysis.

• History Teacher Vacancy

• Teaching History across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE

• Location: Merton

• Salary: MPS1–UPS3

• Contract: Full-time, permanent

• Start Date: ASAP

You will teach a varied History curriculum covering significant events, people and developments across different historical periods. Students will develop their chronological understanding while exploring the causes and consequences of historical change.

At KS3, you will introduce pupils to a range of historical topics and help them build the skills needed to analyse evidence. At GCSE, you will prepare students for source questions, interpretations and extended written responses.

Your lessons should encourage students to consider different perspectives and support their conclusions with relevant evidence. You will monitor progress, provide constructive feedback and adapt lessons to ensure students receive appropriate support and challenge.

History Teacher – School Information

The school is an established Outstanding School in Merton with a strong focus on academic development and positive classroom relationships.

The Humanities Department encourages students to investigate historical events, understand different interpretations and recognise how the past has shaped the modern world.

Teachers work collaboratively to plan lessons, develop resources and review student performance. The school also provides opportunities for continuing professional development and wider departmental involvement.

History Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in History or a related subject

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification

• Experience teaching History at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4

• GCSE History experience

• Strong historical knowledge

• Confidence teaching source analysis and extended writing

• Effective classroom management

• Good planning and assessment skills

• Ability to engage students in historical debate

• Commitment to student progress

Salary

The salary will be paid to scale on MPS/UPS, depending on experience and qualifications.

Application

Please send your CV through as soon as possible if you are interested in this History Teacher vacancy.