Teacher of History

Location: Liverpool

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

An Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ secondary school in Liverpool is seeking a compelling, scholarly, and dynamic Teacher of History to join their high-performing Humanities & Historical Studies faculty. This is a premier opportunity for an ambitious educator, whether an experienced practitioner seeking an inspiring academic setting or a talented Early Career Teacher (ECT), to foster historical inquiry, critical source evaluation, and debate across a passionate student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of History, you will bring historical watersheds, socio-political movements, and global narratives to life in the classroom. Teaching across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE History), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level History), you will guide students through source criticism, historiographical debate, and structured essay writing, enabling them to evaluate the past with intellectual rigor and draw meaningful parallels to modern society.

• Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term

• Environment: A flagship secondary school celebrated for high academic progress, strong social mobility, and an exemplary learning ethos

• Culture: A collaborative, intellectually vibrant department supported by experienced subject leads, extensive historical archives, and a supportive leadership team

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative, high-rigor History lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 that develop source analysis, cause-and-consequence evaluation, and persuasive analytical writing.

• Prepare students thoroughly for national GCSE and A-Level examinations using data-driven progress tracking, regular feedback routines, and targeted exam technique masterclasses.

• Integrate diverse perspectives, local heritage, and global historical contexts into the core curriculum to broaden pupils' analytical horizons.

• Assess, track, and monitor pupil academic progress, providing actionable guidance that stretches high attainers while scaffolding support for developing scholars.

• Lead or contribute to departmental enrichment initiatives, such as historical debate societies, Model United Nations, museum visits, and university preparation masterclasses (Oxbridge/Russell Group).

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

• A strong academic degree in History, Ancient History, Modern History, or a closely related discipline.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding History teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5/A-Level experience is highly desirable).

• Thorough knowledge of national History specifications and examination board requirements (e.g., AQA, Edexcel, OCR).

• Outstanding classroom presence, strong questioning techniques, and an infectious passion for historical research and academic debate.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Main / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS national pay scale, commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for key stage coordination or humanities curriculum initiatives.

• Comprehensive continuous professional development (CPD), structured mentoring programmes, and clear pathways for rapid career advancement in an Outstanding school environment.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious, creative, and inspiring History specialist ready to make a lasting impact at an Outstanding secondary school in Liverpool, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.