At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students by delivering engaging History lessons and supporting their academic growth.
- Company: Join Goffs Academy, a supportive and dynamic educational environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, career progression, and a focus on staff wellbeing.
- Other info: Participate in extracurricular activities and contribute to a vibrant school community.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while sharing your passion for History.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and experience teaching History across KS3 to KS5.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Salary: MPS/UPS Closing Date: 17th July 2026
About the Role
Goffs Academy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Teacher of History to join our dynamic team.
This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and educate students across Key Stages 3 to 5, fostering a love for History while delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the academic and personal development of our students, contributing to the school's ethos and vision.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons to students of varying ages and abilities, following the school's curriculum.
- Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, providing constructive feedback to support their development.
- Prepare students for qualifications and external examinations, ensuring they achieve their full potential.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively to create a safe and productive learning environment.
- Participate in extracurricular activities, including trips, social events, and sporting activities, to enrich the student experience.
- Undertake pastoral duties, such as acting as a form tutor and supporting students with academic or personal challenges.
- Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to support student learning and wellbeing.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of school policies, practices, and procedures.
- Engage in professional development activities, including regular training and observations, to enhance teaching practice.
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree relevant to History (essential).
- Proven experience teaching History across KS3 to KS5 with good or outstanding outcomes, or strong observations for early career teachers (essential).
- Excellent knowledge of teaching, learning, and assessment strategies.
- Strong organisational skills, time management, and the ability to use data effectively for lesson planning.
- Proficiency in ICT to support teaching and learning.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Personal qualities such as integrity, fairness, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining confidentiality.
Benefits
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Access to a range of extracurricular activities and school events.
- A commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
- Equal Opportunities
The school will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.
Safer Recruitment
Goffs Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, qualifications, experience checks, medical clearance, enhanced DBS checks, social media checks, and documentary evidence showing your entitlement to work in the UK.
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Teacher of History employer: Goffs Academy
Goffs Academy is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative environment where teachers can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development and career progression, staff are encouraged to engage in enriching extracurricular activities that enhance both their teaching experience and student engagement. Located in a vibrant community, Goffs Academy prioritises staff wellbeing and work-life balance, making it an ideal place for passionate educators to inspire the next generation.
