History Teacher- Maternity Cover

Light Hall School, Solihull, West Midlands, B90 2PZ

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  11 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  1 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: History
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) MPS or UPS salary scale £32,916 - £51,048 per annum

History Teacher- Maternity Cover job summary

History Teacher (maternity cover)

An opportunity to lead the subject is available for the right candidate

Required from September 2026

MPS or UPS salary scale £32,916 - £51,048 per annum

Are you a dynamic, passionate teacher ready to inspire our next generation of historians? We are looking

for an exceptional History Teacher to join our thriving department and help our students explore the

wonders of biology, chemistry, and physics.

Our students are at the heart of everything we do. They are enthusiastic, respectful and eager to learn —

teaching them is a genuine privilege.

You will join our dedicated and forward-thinking History team, working alongside supportive colleagues who

value creativity, collaboration and academic excellence. You will have the support and freedom to deliver

engaging, practical lessons that foster a love of scientific discovery, while making a real and lasting impact

on the lives of our young people.

At Light Hall, you will work with enthusiastic students who want to do well, alongside colleagues who are

collaborative, reflective and ambitious for young people. Our students are a real strength of the school. They

are welcoming, respectful and keen to learn and they respond well to high expectations, strong relationships

and purposeful lessons. In History, students enjoy exploring the stories, ideas and events that have shaped

our world. They learn to debate big questions, evaluate evidence and communicate their thinking clearly and

confidently. You will teach a curriculum that is engaging, inclusive and ambitious, so that every student—

whatever their starting point—can make strong progress and feel proud of what they achieve across Key

Stages 3, 4 and 5.

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly encouraged to apply. We offer a structured, supportive and

personalised induction programme, with mentoring and bespoke professional development opportunities to

help you thrive.

We have a collaborative environment, you will work alongside a vibrant team of teachers and leaders

committed to fostering a positive, ambitious and dynamic learning culture.

With our Sixth Form, there are many opportunities to shape the future of our students and the school.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please do apply—

and if you would like an informal conversation or a visit before you submit your application, we would be very

happy to welcome you to Light Hall.

A welcoming, inclusive school culture where your professional growth is valued and supported.

Enthusiastic, motivated students who love to learn and engage in every part of school life.

Clear pathways for career progression, with access to high-quality CPD and tailored professional

development.

A generous benefits package including membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, free

physiotherapy and chiropractor sessions, 24/7 GP consultations for staff and families and annual flu

jabs.

At Light Hall, you will join a school that is growing and evolving.

Light Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share

this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants

You can find out more about this role by:

visiting our school website https://lighthall.co.uk/ to download a candidate pack and application form.

visiting the school - to arrange a visit, please contact Anna Williams, HR, Cover and Office Manager

on 0121 746 5060 or email HR@lighthall.co.uk

Light Hall is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects

all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to uphold the

school’s safeguarding, behaviour and child protection polices and responsibilities at all times.

This post involves regular contact with children and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders

Act 1974. Appointment to this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

(including a check of the children’s barred list) and other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children

Safe in Education,including online searches for on shortlisted candidates.

Closing date:

9.00am on Monday 11 May 2026.

We look forward to hearing from you.

‘The best from everyone, all of the time’

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Light Hall School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1024 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Light Hall School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/light-hall-school

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