Teacher of History – Part-time 60%, or Full-time with Geography
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 05 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | MPS/UPS as appropriate |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 04 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | King's Lynn, Norfolk |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | West Norfolk Academies Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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We are seeking a part-time History Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will need to provide our students with an outstanding education in History, work collaboratively with departmental staff in our high performing department and have the desire to contribute significantly to our school.
The post will be for 60% FTE and it is expected that all candidates are able to teach across the full age and ability range within History. The post could also be full-time if the successful candidate is able to teach Geography to at least the end of KS3.
Start Date: 01 Sept 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS as appropriate
Hours: Teacher of History – Part-time 60%, or Full-time with Geography
Permanent
This post is open to ECTs
Email: recruitment@westnorfolkacademiestrust.co.uk
Springwood High School: https://www.springwoodhighschool.co.uk/
Purpose of the Job
History is a very large and successful department at Springwood High School. We have an established Knowledge Rich Curriculum which is fully resourced, providing History teachers a consistent set of resources for every lesson and a structured plan in a common format. We are the biggest single option subject at GCSE and two-thirds of the cohort opt for History in Year 10, corresponding to seven or eight classes in each KS4 year group. Student numbers are similarly good in Key Stage 5 where we consistently have two or three groups in the subject in both Year 12 and 13. There are currently six teachers in the department and our exceptional option numbers allows all staff to further their experience by teaching KS3-5. Teachers have their own classroom, which is well-equipped including access to screens, a visualiser and a range of textbooks and other History resources.
Geography is a very well equipped and vibrant department. Rooms are well stocked with recently replaced textbooks and atlases, high-definition smart displays for whole class teaching, visualisers and individual computers for small group teaching. Popularity of the subject continues to grow, and the department offers are number of trips and fieldwork opportunities across all key stages. The curriculum and lessons at KS3 have been developed though collaboration between Trust school and are fully resourced.
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
· To meet all requirements of the Teachers’ Standards.
· Within the designated curriculum area, to implement, deliver and contribute to the published scheme of work.
· To shape the learning experience to motivate and encourage students to achieve their full potential.
· To monitor the progress of students and provide support to ensure personal and academic growth.
Teaching and Learning Responsibilities
• To deliver the designated programme of teaching as presented in the published scheme of work.
• To use a variety of delivery methods to stimulate learning, appropriate to student abilities.
• To prepare and update subject materials.
• To ensure a high-quality learning experience for students that meets internal and external quality standards.
• Within the guidance presented in the school Assessment Policy and using appropriate I.T. systems, to assess, record and report on the attendance, progress, development and attainment of students.
• To take part in Parent/Carer Information Evenings.
Personal and Professional Conduct
A teacher is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. They are to uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school.
For a full job description please click the link below.
The duties and responsibilities listed in the job description provide a summary of the main aspects of the role. This is not an exhaustive list and the post holder may be required to carry out other tasks, as deemed appropriate to the grade and nature of the post.
Closing Date for Applications: 13th April 2026
Interview Dates: w/c 13th April 2026
Start Date: Sept 2026
How to apply
For this vacancy, please click the 'Apply for Job' button, to complete our online application form.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable field is met.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from minority ethnic communities and those with disabilities. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
As part of our recruitment process it is necessary for us to perform an online social media check. The reason for the online search is to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet the safeguarding duties set out in KCSIE. There is no other purpose for a search.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualifications) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post.
The post will be for 60% FTE and it is expected that all candidates are able to teach across the full age and ability range within History. The post could also be full-time if the successful candidate is able to teach Geography to at least the end of KS3.
Start Date: 01 Sept 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS as appropriate
Hours: Teacher of History – Part-time 60%, or Full-time with Geography
Permanent
This post is open to ECTs
Email: recruitment@westnorfolkacademiestrust.co.uk
Springwood High School: https://www.springwoodhighschool.co.uk/
Purpose of the Job
History is a very large and successful department at Springwood High School. We have an established Knowledge Rich Curriculum which is fully resourced, providing History teachers a consistent set of resources for every lesson and a structured plan in a common format. We are the biggest single option subject at GCSE and two-thirds of the cohort opt for History in Year 10, corresponding to seven or eight classes in each KS4 year group. Student numbers are similarly good in Key Stage 5 where we consistently have two or three groups in the subject in both Year 12 and 13. There are currently six teachers in the department and our exceptional option numbers allows all staff to further their experience by teaching KS3-5. Teachers have their own classroom, which is well-equipped including access to screens, a visualiser and a range of textbooks and other History resources.
Geography is a very well equipped and vibrant department. Rooms are well stocked with recently replaced textbooks and atlases, high-definition smart displays for whole class teaching, visualisers and individual computers for small group teaching. Popularity of the subject continues to grow, and the department offers are number of trips and fieldwork opportunities across all key stages. The curriculum and lessons at KS3 have been developed though collaboration between Trust school and are fully resourced.
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
· To meet all requirements of the Teachers’ Standards.
· Within the designated curriculum area, to implement, deliver and contribute to the published scheme of work.
· To shape the learning experience to motivate and encourage students to achieve their full potential.
· To monitor the progress of students and provide support to ensure personal and academic growth.
Teaching and Learning Responsibilities
• To deliver the designated programme of teaching as presented in the published scheme of work.
• To use a variety of delivery methods to stimulate learning, appropriate to student abilities.
• To prepare and update subject materials.
• To ensure a high-quality learning experience for students that meets internal and external quality standards.
• Within the guidance presented in the school Assessment Policy and using appropriate I.T. systems, to assess, record and report on the attendance, progress, development and attainment of students.
• To take part in Parent/Carer Information Evenings.
Personal and Professional Conduct
A teacher is expected to demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. They are to uphold public trust in the profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school.
For a full job description please click the link below.
The duties and responsibilities listed in the job description provide a summary of the main aspects of the role. This is not an exhaustive list and the post holder may be required to carry out other tasks, as deemed appropriate to the grade and nature of the post.
Closing Date for Applications: 13th April 2026
Interview Dates: w/c 13th April 2026
Start Date: Sept 2026
How to apply
For this vacancy, please click the 'Apply for Job' button, to complete our online application form.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable field is met.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from minority ethnic communities and those with disabilities. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
As part of our recruitment process it is necessary for us to perform an online social media check. The reason for the online search is to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet the safeguarding duties set out in KCSIE. There is no other purpose for a search.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualifications) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post.