At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach History to students in Years 7-13 and manage behaviour effectively.
- Company: New Hall School is a Catholic independent boarding and day school.
- Benefits: Enjoy free lunch during term time and access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Other info: Application closing date is midday, 22 June 2026.
- Why this job: Opportunity for a permanent position with a supportive team and professional development.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status required; suitable for both experienced and newly qualified teachers.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
New Hall School is seeking to appoint a Teacher of History (maternity cover) to join the team at New Hall School. You would be teaching students across the Senior Divisions (Years 7‑13). This position would be equally suited to either a newly qualified or a more experienced applicant. There is the potential for this role to become a permanent position.
Responsibilities
- Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge students.
- Promote good progress and outcomes by students.
- Demonstrate good subject knowledge and curriculum knowledge.
- Plan and teach well‑structured lessons.
- Adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of all students, including ensuring EAL, SEND and MAT students are supported in lessons.
- Make accurate and productive use of assessment.
- Know how to assess relevant subject and curriculum areas, including formative and summative assessment.
- Mark books to a high standard, ensuring regular and constructive feedback.
- Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment.
- Maintain and develop a sound knowledge of the subject area, including developments in the teaching of that subject; bring to the attention of appropriate people INSET needs and opportunities.
- Deliver and communicate clearly the requirements of the examination specification and the Department’s schemes of work, including coursework requirements.
- Take a significant role in the History co‑curricular programme and play an active role in History trips and events.
Qualifications & Expectations
- Clear understanding of, and commitment to, the aims and ethos of a Catholic independent boarding and day school.
- Qualified Teacher Status and either be an experienced or early careers teacher.
- Excellent communication, organisational, IT and leadership skills.
- Secure understanding of child development and safeguarding.
- Ability to motivate others, build effective teams and work positively with parents.
- Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and to work flexibly as required.
What New Hall offers
- Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Excellent benefits & CPD.
- Lunch without charge in term time.
- Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club.
Application closing date: midday, 22 June 2026. Due to the nature of this role, a suitable criminal record disclosure will be required.
Teacher of History (maternity cover) in Chelmsford employer: Catholic Independent Schools
New Hall School offers excellent benefits including CPD and discounted sports club membership. Located in a vibrant community, the school values its Catholic ethos and promotes a strong commitment to student development. Join a dedicated team focused on inspiring students across various age groups.
Contact Details:
Catholic Independent Schools Recruitment Team
