Job Title: History Teacher
Location: Perry Barr, Birmingham
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long- term
About the School
Located in the vibrant community of Perry Barr, our school is proud to be rated 'Good’ by Ofsted. We are a diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking secondary school with a strong focus on academic achievement, character development, and community engagement. Staff are valued and supported through a collaborative culture and ongoing professional development.
The Role
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed History Teacher to join our successful Humanities department from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire a love of history and develop students’ critical thinking, analytical, and writing skills across Key Stages 3 and 4. Experience or interest in teaching Key Stage 5 would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver engaging, well-structured history lessons that motivate and challenge all learners.
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Plan and assess learning in line with the national curriculum and department schemes of work.
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Promote a passion for history and an understanding of how the past shapes the present.
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Contribute to the wider life of the school through clubs, trips, and enrichment activities.
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Uphold the school’s high standards of behaviour, engagement, and academic achievement.
Candidate Profile
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree in History or a related field.
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Experience teaching history at KS3 and KS4 (KS5 desirable but not essential).
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Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for making history accessible and exciting.
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Strong classroom management and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality teaching.
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A team player with a proactive and reflective approach to professional growth.
What We Offer
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A supportive Humanities team within a well-established and 'Good’-rated school.
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A strong focus on staff wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance.
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Access to high-quality CPD and career development opportunities.
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A positive, well-resourced learning environment with engaged students