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* ECT History Teacher required full-time from January 2026
* Co-educational independent day & boarding school (ages 3–18) in Herefordshire
* Join a highly regarded History / Humanities department with strong heritage
We are seeking a motivated Early Career History Teacher to join a distinguished independent school in Herefordshire. You will teach History across KS3 & KS4, and have the opportunity to support or develop A-Level History depending on experience. You will benefit from a structured ECT induction, mentoring, and a supportive staff culture in a school with deep academic and cultural traditions. This role is open to newly qualified teachers or those early in their career who hold a recognised teaching qualification (QTS or equivalent) and have the legal right to work in the UK. Please send your CV at your earliest convenience.
Experience & Qualifications
* ECT History Teacher (PGCE or equivalent completed)
* Strong subject knowledge and genuine enthusiasm for teaching History
* Ability to engage and challenge learners of varying ability levels
* Reflective, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement
* Legal right to work in the UK
School Information
* The school is a co-educational independent day and boarding institution serving ages 3–18.
* It traces its origins back over a thousand years, originally as a cathedral school.
* In 2024, about 92.6% of GCSE entries achieved grade 4 or above, and 81.8% achieved grade 5 or above.
* The school is well known for its strong arts, music and humanities programmes, small class sizes, and a close, supportive community atmosphere.
* Recent developments include refreshed teaching spaces and an active approach to integrating modern technology in teaching and learning.
Key Highlights
* Historic and intellectually rich environment with deep traditions and modern teaching
* Supportive staff culture with emphasis on mentoring, professional development, and collaborative working
* Opportunities for enrichment such as field trips (e.g. historical sites, cathedral archives), clubs, and extra-curricular projects
* Excellent pastoral care, small class sizes, and a friendly, community-oriented environment
* Ideal setting for an ECT who wants to grow professionally while working in a school with strong reputation and heritage
Salary
Paid to the independent school / early career scale appropriate to the role
Application
To be considered for this ECT History Teacher position, please forward an updated CV at your earliest convenience.