History Teacher Opportunity in Aylesbury Competitive Salary!

• Supportive Secondary School

• Location: Aylesbury Buckinghamshire

• Nature: Full-Time/Permanent

• Start: ASAP

• Salary: Competitive

Shape Thinkers. Inspire Curiosity. Bring the Past to Life.

An exceptional and high-achieving secondary school in Aylesbury is seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious History Teacher to join its thriving Humanities faculty. This is an exciting opportunity to teach in a school where academic rigour intellectual curiosity and character development are at the heart of everything we do.

Early Career Teachers are strongly encouraged to apply. The school offers an outstanding ECT induction programme with structured mentoring and high-quality professional development.

The Role

As a History Teacher you will play a key role in fostering analytical thinking debate and a deep understanding of historical context across KS3KS5.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Teaching engaging and challenging History lessons across Key Stages 35

• Delivering GCSE and A Level History in line with current specifications

• Encouraging pupils to think critically evaluate evidence and construct well-argued responses

• Planning creative and knowledge-rich lessons that stretch high achievers while supporting all learners

• Monitoring assessing and tracking student progress with clear actionable feedback

• Preparing students thoroughly for examinations and coursework requirements

• Contributing to curriculum planning and departmental innovation

• Supporting or leading enrichment opportunities such as history societies trips guest lectures or debating initiatives

• Playing an active role in the wider academic and pastoral life of the school

Exceptional ECT Programme

For Early Career Teachers the school provides:

• A dedicated mentor and induction tutor aligned with the Early Career Framework (ECF)

• Reduced teaching timetable and protected PPA time

• Structured lesson observations with developmental feedback

• High-quality whole-school CPD

• Clear progression routes into responsibility and leadership

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds (or is on track to achieve) QTS

• Has a degree in History or a closely related discipline

• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for historical scholarship

• Inspires curiosity independent thinking and articulate debate

• Maintains high academic and behavioural expectations

• Reflects thoughtfully on practice and actively seeks professional growth

• Understands safeguarding responsibilities and prioritises student wellbeing

About the School in Aylesbury

This well-regarded secondary school in Aylesbury offers:

• Strong academic outcomes across KS3KS5

• High standards of behaviour and achievement

• Motivated respectful and ambitious pupils

• A collaborative and supportive staff culture

• A diverse and inclusive school community

• A leadership team committed to staff development and career progression

What We Offer

• Full statutory ECT induction (where applicable)

• Competitive salary in line with MPS/UPS

• Excellent facilities and classroom resources

• Supportive and accessible senior leadership

• Genuine opportunities for career development and subject leadership

Application Process

Please submit your CV along with a brief supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.

We welcome applications from passionate reflective and committed History Teachers who are ready to make a meaningful impact within a thriving school community in Aylesbury.