Job Description

Tradewind are recruiting! Are you looking for you next role teaching History Teacher in a school located in Southwark?

Tradewind Recruitment are pleased to be working with this Client, a successful and well-respected secondary school in Southwark, in their search for a talented and passionate History Teacher to join their thriving Humanities department from September. This is a full-time fixed term position for 1 full academic year, with interviews being arranged immediately.

This Client is a high-achieving and inclusive secondary school with a strong commitment to academic excellence, student wellbeing and personal development. Ofsted praised the school for its ambitious leadership, high standards of behaviour and positive learning culture. Inspectors highlighted that pupils are respectful, motivated to succeed and benefit from a curriculum that is broad, engaging and aspirational. Staff were also recognised for creating a supportive environment where students feel safe and encouraged to achieve their best.

The successful History Teacher will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach Key Stage 5 for a suitably experienced candidate. You will be joining a dedicated and collaborative Humanities team committed to delivering engaging lessons that inspire a love of History and develop critical thinking skills.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
  • Have experience teaching History within a secondary school setting
  • Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for History
  • Be able to deliver engaging, differentiated and challenging lessons
  • Have strong classroom management skills and high expectations of student achievement
  • Be committed to supporting the academic and personal development of all pupils
  • Work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to the wider school community

This Client offers:

  • A supportive and welcoming school environment
  • Strong leadership and excellent professional development opportunities
  • Motivated students who are eager to learn and achieve
  • A strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and career progression
  • Excellent teaching facilities and resources
  • Convenient transportation links via London Underground, National Rail and local bus routes, providing easy access from across London

Salary for this role will be paid in line with the London MPS/UPS scale.

By joining Tradewind Recruitment, you will benefit from:

  • Unlimited access to free CPD through the National College
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
  • Access to a wide range of teaching opportunities across London
  • Honest career advice and guidance throughout your placement

The school will conduct interview(s) once CV are short listed so don't delay in applying for this role.

To find out more about this opportunity or other similar teaching opportunities, contact Leanne King, Business Manager, directly for further information at Leanne.king@twrecruitment.com.