Job Description
Are you an passionate and enthusiastic History Teacher?\nAre you looking for a renowned school with a positive and solution-focused approach to work?\nOverview\nAn academically ambitious independent school for boys in Reading is seeking a dedicated and inspiring History Teacher to join its esteemed Humanities Department from September 2025.\nThe successful candidate will teach History from Key Stage 3 through to A-Level, helping to cultivate intellectual curiosity, analytical rigour, and a love for historical inquiry among bright, enthusiastic students.\nAbout the School\nSet in beautiful surroundings and steeped in tradition, this highly respected independent boys’ school has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, character formation, and vibrant co-curricular life. The school fosters a culture where boys are encouraged to question, debate, and explore history with both independence and confidence.\nThe History Department is a cornerstone of the academic curriculum and enjoys outstanding exam results, dynamic teaching, and strong uptake at GCSE and Sixth Form levels.\nKey Responsibilities\n * \n Plan and deliver engaging lessons across KS3, GCSE, and A-Level History\n * \n Foster a classroom environment that encourages debate, critical thinking, and independent research\n * \n Prepare students for success in public examinations and university applications\n * \n Support enrichment activities such as history clubs, debating societies, essay competitions, and educational trips\n * \n Contribute to the wider life of the school through pastoral responsibilities and co-curricular involvement\nPerson Specification\nEssential:\n * \n A strong academic background with a degree in History or a related discipline\n * \n Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification\n * \n Experience teaching History across KS3–KS5, ideally in a selective or independent setting\n * \n A passion for engaging boys in academic discussion and historical thinking\n * \n Excellent communication skills and high standards of professionalism\nDesirable:\n * \n Experience with Oxbridge/academic extension programmes\n * \n Interest in leading trips, clubs, or competitions related to History\n * \n A keen interest in boys’ education and the unique ways boys learn and thrive\nWhat the School Offers\n * \n Motivated and capable students who enjoy learning\n * \n Small class sizes and excellent departmental resources\n * \n A collegial and supportive teaching staff\n * \n Access to professional development and career progression opportunities\n * \n A strong emphasis on staff well-being, work-life balance, and pastoral care\nLocation: Reading, Berkshire\nStart Date: September 2025\nContract Type: Permanent\nSchool Type: Independent Day School for Boys (11–18)\nHow to Apply\nTo apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.\nWe welcome applications from both experienced teachers and strong ECTs seeking a fulfilling teaching environment in one of Reading's leading boys’ schools