£32,916 - £51,048 per annum
Sudbury
Are you a passionate historian capable of building character and raising aspirations through a research-informed curriculum?
Do you possess the intellectual curiosity to lead students from the foundational narratives of KS3 to the complex historiography of A-Level?
Are you seeking a permanent appointment within a high-performing Suffolk secondary school that balances academic excellence with industry-leading staff wellbeing?
We are seeking a dedicated History Teacher (QTS) to join a talented and collaborative Humanities faculty at a truly comprehensive Secondary School near Sudbury. This is a school that lives by the mission of "Excellence for each, for all," providing a personalised and inclusive education within an award-winning, modern learning environment. Whether you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking for an expert-led induction or an experienced practitioner seeking a collegiate culture, this role offers the resources and professional development to help you thrive.
Your Responsibilities
- Academic Delivery: Deliver engaging, well-constructed, and research-informed lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Curriculum Stewardship: Contribute to collaboratively developed resources that prepare students for History at top-tier universities and support Extended Project Qualifications (EPQs).
- Technological Integration: Utilise modern learning tools, including 1:1 iPad access for teachers and students, to enhance historical inquiry and digital literacy.
- Character Development: Act as a Form Tutor, championing core values of Respect, Resilience, and Honesty while nurturing a love of learning across the student body.
- Continuous Improvement: Engage in bespoke coaching and training programmes, working with subject leaders to ensure great teaching remains the departmental norm.
- Holistic Excellence: Drive student outcomes that secure the "currency" they need for future success while broadening their horizons through a rich wider-school offer.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Mandatory. A strong academic background in History or a related Social Science.
- Pedagogical Ambition: A genuine appetite to grow as a professional and stay informed by the latest educational research.
- Effective Communication: The ability to build robust, positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
- Value Alignment: A natural fit for a culture that prioritises "Excellence: for each, for all" and fosters a supportive, inclusive atmosphere.
- Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one via the Unity Schools Partnership).
Why Join This School?
- Competitive Salary: £32,916 - £51,048 per annum
- Staff Wellbeing Priority: Benefit from a two-week Autumn half-term, salary-sacrifice schemes (transport and nursery), and access to an on-site gym and swimming pool.
- Modern Facilities: Work in an award-winning building designed for 21st-century learning with high-spec resourcing.
- Career Progression: Dedicated time for professional development and clear pathways for internal promotion.
- Strategic Support: Work under expert subject leadership and experienced senior management within a well-resourced faculty.
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
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