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History Teacher - Academic Rigour - Newham

History Teacher – Lead Academic Rigour and University Preparation in a High-Attaining Inner-City School – Newham

A high-performing secondary school in Newham requires a History Teacher to provide academic leadership and drive rigorous standards across the department from January 2026.

  • History Teacher required from January 2026
  • Newham-based academic school with a rigorous focus on KS5 excellence.
  • Ideal for a leader committed to historiography and competitive university (Oxbridge/Russell Group) preparation.

The role involves providing strategic leadership for History across KS3–KS5 . You will oversee curriculum development, focusing on rigorous content and high expectations for research and analytical writing. You will manage and mentor the team, ensuring consistently high results and contributing to the school's renowned university pathways programme.

Experience and Qualifications

  • QTS and a degree in History (Russell Group University is Desired).
  • Proven experience teaching History to GCSE & A-Level.
  • Demonstrable track record of achieving top grades at A-Level History .
  • Capacity for inspiring leadership and effective staff line management.

School Information

The school prides itself on its strong academic rigour and low staff turnover. The Humanities department is collaborative and benefits from excellent administrative support, enabling leaders to focus on strategy and teaching.

  • Protected leadership time for strategic curriculum planning .
  • Opportunity to contribute to the school's Oxbridge/Russell Group preparation .
  • Highly accessible location via Tube/DLR.

Salary

MPS/UPS Inner London. TLR available for the right candidate.

Application

To apply for this History Teacher position in Newham, please send your most up to date CV. Early applications are encouraged.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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