Teacher of History – Lewisham

Teacher of History – Lewisham – High Performing School– September 2024

Are you a talented and motivated History Teacher looking for a new and exciting opportunity?

This exceptional Secondary School is seeking an enthusiastic, ambitious, and creative Teacher of History to join our successful Humanities Faculty from September 2024. We would welcome applications from ECTs as well as from experienced colleagues.    

This is an excellent opportunity to join a large and forward-thinking Faculty team, offering courses across the age and ability range, up to and including ‘A’ level. The Faculty achieves excellent exam results and we would welcome someone who will contribute to this success.

We are a ‘world class’ High Performance Learning School and we believe that all of our students are capable of performing highly. The School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative Leadership Team that is passionate about the achievement and progress of every student in all areas.

If you have an appetite for innovation; if you want to make a difference; if you want to make a lasting impact; then there are incredible opportunities for you right here!

Continue below for an outline of the role…

The Role – Teacher of History

• Teacher of History (Secondary)
• To teach a number of classes of varying ages and abilities
• To plan and prepare lessons appropriate to the different abilities of students, including students with special educational needs
• To teach within the Department/Faculty as required and, where appropriate, to the whole 11-16 range
• To follow the department/Faculty scheme of work
• To assist the faculty in preparation of resources and the scheme of work
• To prepare coursework for moderation purposes, where appropriate
• Inner London MPS- UPS

Person Specification - Teacher of History

• Qualified Teacher Status (obtained in the UK)
• Evidence of a balanced programme of training relating to the specialist subject
• Evidence of a good understanding of the National Curriculum in the subject specialism in Key Stages 3 and 4
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Record of success as a classroom teacher or in the case of an NQT, in teaching practice
• Evidence of a commitment to play a full and active part in the life of the school
• Good understanding and ability to use relevant equipment / technology
• Ability to relate well to children and to adults
• Has a friendly yet professional and respectful approach

School Details

• Based in the borough of Lewisham
• Exceptional behaviour and respect from pupils
• Secondary and Sixth form School 11 to 18 years
• Ofsted rated “Good” school
• More opportunity to grow your career - support you in developing your career and experience at this school
• Tailored support through Humanities Faculty
• More time - We strive to minimise unnecessary distractions so you can have energy for your job, and your life.

If you are interested in this Teacher of History opportunity, interviews & lesson observations can be arranged immediately!!

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.  This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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