Job Description
Location: Reading, Berkshire\nStart Date: September 2025\nSalary: Competitive, in line with experience\nAre you an ambitious History Early Career Teacher (ECT) ready to begin your teaching career in a prestigious independent school in Reading?\nWe are currently working with a distinguished independent school that offers an exceptional environment for your professional growth and development as a History teacher.\nAbout the School\nThis renowned independent school has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and innovation. The History Department is committed to engaging and thought-provoking teaching, encouraging students to explore the past through critical analysis, debate, and research. As part of a dedicated and supportive team, you will have access to outstanding resources and mentoring, ensuring your growth and success as an educator.\nWhy This Opportunity is Ideal for an ECT\n * Tailored ECT Support: A structured induction programme, ensuring a smooth transition into teaching.\n * Exclusive Professional Development: Access to high-quality CPD, with department-specific training and whole-school initiatives.\n * Collaborative & Supportive Environment: Work with passionate educators in a dynamic and well-resourced department.\n * High Standards of Education: Teach in a school that values academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and historical inquiry.\n * Outstanding Campus & Facilities: Teach in historically rich surroundings with access to extensive research materials and archives.\nYour Role as a History ECT\n * Plan and deliver engaging and rigorous History lessons to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students.\n * Encourage students to think critically about historical events, sources, and interpretations.\n * Work closely with an experienced mentor and participate in regular training to refine your teaching practice.\n * Inspire a passion for historical inquiry, debate, and research.\n * Contribute to extracurricular activities, such as history clubs, trips, and guest speaker events.\nWhat We Are Looking For\n * A passionate and motivated History graduate with QTS (or working towards it).\n * A commitment to engaging and thought-provoking teaching.\n * An excellent communicator who thrives in a collaborative teaching environment.\n * Someone eager to develop professionally and contribute to the school’s rich academic tradition.\nHow to Apply\nIf you are an ambitious History ECT looking for a school that will support your professional development, we’d love to hear from you.\nPlease submit your CV as soon as possible