Secondary History Teacher

Join a school where tradition and innovation meet in equal measure.\\n\\nJob Title: Secondary History Teacher\\nJob Type: Full‑time, Permanent\\nSchool Type: Secondary\\nLocation: Oxfordshire\\nPay: £42,000 – £47,000 per annum\\nWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, term time\\n\\nJob Description\\n\\nAs a Secondary History Teacher, you’ll dive into the stories that shape our world—guiding students through impactful events, people, and movements. But this isn’t just about memorising dates. You'll help students connect the past to contemporary life, observe multiple perspectives, and think critically about evidence and influence.

Covering KS3 and KS4, your creative lessons will include debates, investigative projects, and dynamic resources that spark curiosity and deepen understanding.\\n\\nBeyond classroom teaching, you’ll prepare students for their GCSE exams through tailored interventions and extension work. You’ll also enrich the school’s history culture by leading clubs, organizing trips to museums or historical sites, and hosting themed events. If you're passionate about storytelling, building confidence, and demonstrating relevance—this could be a role where your impact truly resonates.\\n\\nKey Responsibilities\\n\\n * \\n\\n Deliver engaging and thought-provoking history lessons across KS3 and KS4\\n\\n * \\n\\n Prepare students effectively for GCSE exams through strategic support\\n\\n * \\n\\n Foster critical thinking, debate, and historical inquiry\\n\\n * \\n\\n Lead enrichment efforts, including history clubs and field trips\\n\\nJob Requirements\\n\\n * \\n\\n QTS with a specialism in History\\n\\n * \\n\\n Enthusiasm for revealing the relevance of the past to today’s world\\n\\n * \\n\\n Strong subject knowledge, organisation, and communication skills\\n\\n * \\n\\n Ability to ignite curiosity and create inclusive, stimulating learning environments\\n\\nAbout the School\\n\\nThis secondary school in Oxfordshire is rated Good by Ofsted and celebrated for blending heritage with innovation.

The history department boasts excellent GCSE results and high student engagement, thanks to a rich curriculum that centres on critical enquiry and connection to the modern world.\\n\\nStudents benefit from access to a well-equipped library, digital archives, and opportunities to participate in local and international field trips. The school’s ethos prioritises resilience, curiosity, and collaboration—values nurtured through historical studies.\\n\\nStaff benefit from a supportive environment with ongoing professional development and cross-department collaboration. Creative and challenging schemes of work are encouraged, ensuring that teachers can truly inspire students to see history as dynamic, relevant, and essential.\\n\\nWhy Milestone?\\n\\nMilestone Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.

All successful applicants will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our HR and Safeguarding team will support you throughout the process