An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an outstanding Teacher of History to join a highly regarded independent school in Warwick. This is a superb role for a teacher who enjoys academic rigour and wants to work with pupils who are motivated, intellectually curious and keen to be challenged. The school offers a calm, purposeful learning environment with excellent behaviour, strong pastoral care and a culture that values scholarship and enrichment. With smaller class sizes, strong resources and a supportive professional community, this is an outstanding opportunity to teach History in a setting where staff are trusted and pupils take pride in their learning. About the Role As Teacher of History, you will teach across KS3–KS5, delivering engaging, well-structured lessons that develop both historical knowledge and key disciplinary skills. You will deliver lessons that: Build deep substantive knowledge across a range of periods and themes Develop disciplinary thinking, including causation, significance, change and continuity Strengthen source evaluation and interpretation through structured practice Improve extended writing through modelling, scaffolding and deliberate practice Prepare pupils for GCSE and A-Level through precise feedback and strong exam technique There is scope to contribute to enrichment such as lecture programmes, reading and debating societies, trips, museum links, and cross-curricular projects depending on interest and experience. The Department History is a valued and high-performing subject within the school. The department is collaborative and academically ambitious, with a shared commitment to strong outcomes and a rich curriculum that encourages independent thought. The department values: Knowledge-rich teaching with clear sequencing and high expectations Confident academic writing, supported by modelling and purposeful feedback Discussion and debate that deepens understanding and interpretation A strong culture of scholarship, wider reading and enrichment Consistent assessment approaches to support progress and stretch high attainers Pupils enjoy challenge and respond well to high-level questioning, making this a highly rewarding environment for a teacher who loves their subject. About the School This Warwick independent school is known for high academic standards and a supportive pastoral culture. Pupils are respectful, motivated and engaged, and teachers benefit from a professional environment where expertise is valued. The school places strong emphasis on: Calm, purposeful classrooms and excellent behaviour Individualised support through smaller teaching groups A broad co-curricular programme that enriches pupil experience Strong relationships and a culture of aspiration and achievement Key Information Location: Warwick Start Date: ASAP / next term (or by agreement) Contract: Full-time, permanent (or as agreed) Salary: Highly competitive, dependent on experience Experience and Qualifications The successful candidate will: Hold a degree in History or a closely related subject Hold QTS (e.g. PGCE, School Direct) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification Have the ability to teach History confidently to GCSE and A-Level Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a commitment to academic standards Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that stretch and support pupils Contribute positively to departmental planning and wider school life Have the legal right to work in the UK Applications are welcomed from experienced teachers and ambitious teachers looking to develop in a high-performing independent setting. Why Join This School Teach highly motivated pupils in calm, respectful classrooms Smaller class sizes and excellent resources Strong History department with a culture of scholarship and collaboration Excellent CPD and opportunities to contribute to enrichment A welcoming school community with high standards and strong pastoral care This is a fantastic opportunity for a History teacher who wants to inspire intellectual curiosity, develop outstanding historical thinking and contribute to a thriving department in a leading Warwick independent school.