Teacher of History
| Posting date: | 08 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 May 2026 |
| Location: | Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX7 5QN |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 581825de-14d8-4e29-979d-bf090232c3c1 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, well-qualified and committed Teacher of History, to drive developments in teaching and learning and work with the team to raise attainment in History across different Key Stages. The role will continue our work to improve both provision and outcomes across the History faculty, whilst there will also be opportunities for the successful candidate to work cross phase, liaising closely with our Primary lead to ensure effective academic transition.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher starting their career in History teaching or someone to gain more experience of leadership in a different setting. The Calder Learning Trust is a wonderful place to work, set in the fabulous countryside of the Calder Valley, but within commutable distance of Leeds and Manchester. We have a diverse student population who are friendly, creative and articulate. We strive to be a Trust that truly provides opportunities for 'Everybody, Everyday'.
What the school offers its staff
Wellbeing: We subscribe to the Schools Advisory Service (https://schooladvice.co.uk/) to support staff with a variety of services such as online gyms, medical support and counselling.
CPD: we have an extensive development programme both internally and externally to support your professional development whilst you are employed by the trust.
Sustainability: We have good local transport networks including bus and rail.
Priority places: for children of staff at both Calder Primary and Calder High Schools as part of our Admissions Policy. Childcare Vouchers to support staff getting back to work.
Staff clubs such as Staff Sketch Club, Staff Book Club and various other initiatives.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, well-qualified and committed Teacher of History, to drive developments in teaching and learning and work with the team to raise attainment in History across different Key Stages. The role will continue our work to improve both provision and outcomes across the History faculty, whilst there will also be opportunities for the successful candidate to work cross phase, liaising closely with our Primary lead to ensure effective academic transition.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher starting their career in History teaching or someone to gain more experience of leadership in a different setting. The Calder Learning Trust is a wonderful place to work, set in the fabulous countryside of the Calder Valley, but within commutable distance of Leeds and Manchester. We have a diverse student population who are friendly, creative and articulate. We strive to be a Trust that truly provides opportunities for 'Everybody, Everyday'.
What the school offers its staff
Wellbeing: We subscribe to the Schools Advisory Service (https://schooladvice.co.uk/) to support staff with a variety of services such as online gyms, medical support and counselling.
CPD: we have an extensive development programme both internally and externally to support your professional development whilst you are employed by the trust.
Sustainability: We have good local transport networks including bus and rail.
Priority places: for children of staff at both Calder Primary and Calder High Schools as part of our Admissions Policy. Childcare Vouchers to support staff getting back to work.
Staff clubs such as Staff Sketch Club, Staff Book Club and various other initiatives.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.