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History Teacher
* Location: Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire
* Start Date: September 2026
* Contract: Full-time, Permanent
* Salary: MPS / UPS (Dependent on experience)
Wayman Education is seeking an enthusiastic and captivating History Teacher to join a highly successful humanities department at an exceptional secondary school in Sawbridgeworth. This full-time, permanent position is scheduled to start in September 2026 and is well-suited for either an experienced historian looking for a fresh challenge or an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT).
The school has an excellent reputation for academic achievement, strong leadership, and a highly collaborative working environment. The history department is a popular and cohesive team, dedicated to bringing the past to life through dynamic lesson planning, shared resources, and engaging curriculum delivery that inspires historical inquiry.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging history lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (with potential opportunities to teach Key Stage 5 / A-Level for a suitably qualified candidate).
* Foster a deep interest in historical concepts, encouraging students to analyze sources critically, evaluate interpretations, and build structured, evidence-based arguments.
* Assess, track, and report on the academic progress and attainment of pupils in line with GCSE exam board specifications and school marking policies.
* Implement effective adaptive teaching strategies to challenge high-attaining pupils and provide robust support for students with diverse learning needs or SEND.
* Contribute to the wider life of the humanities department, participating in standardization, open evenings, and potential extracurricular historical trips.
Requirements
* Qualifications: Must hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or QTLS, alongside a degree in History or a closely related humanities discipline.
* Experience: A proven track record of teaching history within a UK secondary school setting (including successful ITT/PGCE placements).
* Skills: Exceptional subject knowledge, strong classroom management techniques, and a passion for making historical narratives accessible and relevant to all learners.
* A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
About Wayman Education: We are a premier education recruitment agency dedicated to matching outstanding teachers with exceptional schools across the UK. We offer a transparent, highly supportive onboarding process designed to help you secure your ideal career move.
To Apply
If you are a passionate History specialist looking to secure a permanent role for September 2026 in Sawbridgeworth, please submit your CV today through the application link.