Teacher of History
Harrogate Grammar School, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 0DZ6 days remaining to apply
Closing date
14 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
7 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Subject
- History
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) Salary In line with national payscales
Teacher of History job summary
Maternity cover from Jan 2027. Part-time, 0.7 FTE.
Discover our Humanities Faculty HERE
We are delighted to invite applications for a highly skilled, enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of History to join the Humanities Faculty at Harrogate Grammar School. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate History practitioner who can deliver engaging, high-quality lessons and foster students’ curiosity, knowledge and enthusiasm for the subject.
We are seeking a teacher who brings History to life in the classroom, encourages students to think critically and supports them to develop confidence in exploring and interpreting the past. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong subject knowledge, high expectations and a commitment to effective teaching and formative assessment to secure positive outcomes for all students.
We value colleagues who demonstrate a strong work ethic, contribute positively to the wider faculty and are committed to continually developing their practice. In return, we offer a supportive environment where teachers can grow professionally and make a meaningful difference to young people.
Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
- Generous benefits, rewards and discounts: Full details HERE
- Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
- Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity and wellbeing
- Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
- Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career
About our School
At Harrogate Grammar School we provide a positive and inclusive environment where every student is supported to thrive academically, personally and socially. Our dedicated and supportive staff build strong relationships with students, families and the wider community, creating a culture where everyone feels valued and supported. We are committed to high‑quality professional development, enabling colleagues to continually grow and evolve.
We are proud to be part of Red Kite Learning Trust, whose mission is to nurture ambition, deliver excellence and enrich children’s lives through shared values of collaboration, integrity and respect. Guided by our vision of ‘Excellence for All’ and our REACH values of Respect, Excellence, Adventure, Commitment and Honesty, we foster an ethos of ambition, kindness and mutual respect.
Our aim is for every student to enjoy their time at school, form lasting friendships and leave us as well‑rounded, resilient young people ready to contribute positively to society.
For more about Harrogate Grammar School, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.
About You
To be a good fit for this role, you will be:
- An excellent classroom practitioner, able to deliver engaging and effective History lessons
- An enthusiastic History specialist who can inspire young people to develop their curiosity, knowledge and understanding of the past
- Committed to achieving positive outcomes and supporting all students to reach their potential
- A collaborative and reflective professional who contributes positively to the Humanities Faculty and wider school community
Next Steps
Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.
Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you and answer any questions you might have about this role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak with us or to visit our school ahead of applying, please email hgshr@hgs.rklt.co.uk.
Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.
Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be appointed.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
At the heart of excellence Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Harrogate Grammar School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 2081 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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Harrogate Grammar School is an ‘outstanding’ state 11-18 mixed comprehensive school rich in history, dating back to 1903. With over 2000 students and 260 staff at our school, our reputation for excellence is widely recognised and we have an absolute commitment to ensuring that all our young people benefit from what the school has to offer. Every child really does matter and we work hard to encourage students to be the best that they can be. We want all our students to become kind, healthy, knowledgeable and productive individuals who go on and make a profound contribution to society.
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