Teacher of History
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | MPS/UPS |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Peterborough, Eastern England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thomas Deacon Education Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: |
Summary
Teacher of History
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Salary: MPS/UPS
Site: Queen Katharine Academy
Closing date: 9am on Friday 20th March
Start date: May or September 2026
Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.
Do you believe young people should understand the past to make sense of the world around them today?
Are you driven to spark ambition by exploring powerful stories, diverse cultures and pivotal moments in History?
Do you want to teach in a community where Respect, Ambition and Responsibility shape every lesson, every relationship and every opportunity?
If so, Queen Katharine Academy could be your next chapter.
Your role:
As a Teacher of History at Queen Katharine Academy, you will bring History to life through well‑planned, engaging lessons that help every student make strong progress. You will use your subject expertise to challenge, support and inspire learners across Key Stages, ensuring they develop curiosity, confidence and a deeper understanding of the world around them.
You will take responsibility for assessing learning, tracking progress and maintaining high expectations in behaviour, effort and achievement. As part of a collaborative and ambitious department, you will contribute to shaping a curriculum that is enriching, inclusive and academically rigorous.
Alongside your classroom teaching, you will play an important pastoral role as a tutor, helping students feel supported, valued and ready to succeed. You will build positive relationships with families and colleagues, uphold safeguarding standards and model the values of Respect, Ambition and Responsibility in everything you do.
About us:
Queen Katharine Academy is a school on the rise. Recent leadership investment has strengthened culture, consistency and ambition across the Academy, creating a place where staff want to teach and students want to learn.
You’ll join a diverse, exciting community supported by Thomas Deacon Education Trust, giving you access to shared expertise, strong CPD and a network that champions professional growth.
Most importantly, you’ll teach in a school that values your creativity, trusts your professionalism and gives you the space and encouragement to innovate.
Why work for us?:
Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits
At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one. According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET!
Ready to transform lives through education? Apply now and make a difference!
TDET - Working together to transform lives through education
Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.
If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at hrteam@tdet.education
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Salary: MPS/UPS
Site: Queen Katharine Academy
Closing date: 9am on Friday 20th March
Start date: May or September 2026
Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.
Do you believe young people should understand the past to make sense of the world around them today?
Are you driven to spark ambition by exploring powerful stories, diverse cultures and pivotal moments in History?
Do you want to teach in a community where Respect, Ambition and Responsibility shape every lesson, every relationship and every opportunity?
If so, Queen Katharine Academy could be your next chapter.
Your role:
As a Teacher of History at Queen Katharine Academy, you will bring History to life through well‑planned, engaging lessons that help every student make strong progress. You will use your subject expertise to challenge, support and inspire learners across Key Stages, ensuring they develop curiosity, confidence and a deeper understanding of the world around them.
You will take responsibility for assessing learning, tracking progress and maintaining high expectations in behaviour, effort and achievement. As part of a collaborative and ambitious department, you will contribute to shaping a curriculum that is enriching, inclusive and academically rigorous.
Alongside your classroom teaching, you will play an important pastoral role as a tutor, helping students feel supported, valued and ready to succeed. You will build positive relationships with families and colleagues, uphold safeguarding standards and model the values of Respect, Ambition and Responsibility in everything you do.
About us:
Queen Katharine Academy is a school on the rise. Recent leadership investment has strengthened culture, consistency and ambition across the Academy, creating a place where staff want to teach and students want to learn.
You’ll join a diverse, exciting community supported by Thomas Deacon Education Trust, giving you access to shared expertise, strong CPD and a network that champions professional growth.
Most importantly, you’ll teach in a school that values your creativity, trusts your professionalism and gives you the space and encouragement to innovate.
Why work for us?:
Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits
At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one. According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET!
Ready to transform lives through education? Apply now and make a difference!
TDET - Working together to transform lives through education
Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.
If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at hrteam@tdet.education