We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking History Teacher, with the potential to also teach some Government & Politics, to join our supportive and successful department on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2025.
The ideal candidate will be a dedicated and experienced teacher with specialist knowledge of History and a passion for inspiring students. You will be committed to ongoing professional development and eager to create engaging and thought-provoking learning experiences. With a positive attitude and resilient nature, you will help students develop a deep understanding of historical events, critical thinking skills, and an appreciation for how history shapes the world today.
At Chatham Grammar, our History department is dedicated to fostering a love of learning through high-quality teaching and extra-curricular opportunities. We encourage students to see how History connects to real-life situations and future careers. As part of a Trust with strong links to the University of Kent, we offer excellent opportunities for professional development and collaboration..
Chatham Grammar offers its students a wide variety of educational opportunities with a commitment to ensuring that its students achieve good educational outcomes, develop healthy minds and aspire to be happy confident young women ready to embark on a variety of aspirational careers. It benefits from being part of the University of Kent Academies Trust and has a current Ofsted rating of Good. Chatham Grammar is proud of its comprehensive website and would encourage applicants to visit for further information: http://www.chathamgrammar.org.uk/.
How to Apply
Your application should be made after reading the job description and person specification, and you will use the application to tell us how your current skills and experience fit the requirements and why you think you would be suited to this role. CVs will not be accepted.
We are keen to attract top talent to our inclusive Trust, and therefore, we welcome applications from all people across the community spectrum regardless of their race, religion, ethnicity, sexuality, sexual orientation, disability, gender reassignment .
The University of Kent Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service
(DBS).
In addition, the Trust will carry out an online search, once, as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
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