Teacher of History
The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 1EHThis job expired on 15 May 2025
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
15 May 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
6 May 2025
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- History
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £31,650 - £49,084
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a passionate and engaging Teacher of History with the ability to inspire students and contribute to a thriving Humanities department?
The Avon Valley School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of History to inspire and advance the aspirations of students.This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a successful team and help shape the future of history education in a school dedicated to high standards and inclusivity.
We invite applications from experienced teachers as well as those in the early stages of their careers.
The ability to teach another Humanities subject, enriching the learning experiences of our students, would be an advantage.
The Role
As a teacher of History, you will be responsible for delivering high quality and engaging lessons across the key stages, fostering a love of the past and developing students’ critical thinking skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Dedicated to providing outstanding teaching and learning.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated history lessons.
- Create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and progress.
- Be part of a team of dedicated teachers, with a culture of collaboration and high expectations.
- Be instrumental in delivering a rigorous and engaging curriculum that promotes intellectual curiosity and academic excellence.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school through extracurricular activities and pastoral support.
We are looking for a teacher who is:
- A specialist with considerable personal enthusiasm for the subject.
- Passionate about student success and committed to raising standards.
- Able to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
- Able to adapt to meet the needs of all students.
- An excellent communicator with strong organisational skills.
- Committed to teamwork and collaboration.
How to Apply
If you are excited by this opportunity and want to be part of a school where you can truly make a difference, we encourage you to apply by clicking the link below which will take you to our online application form.
Please look at our website to find out more about the school, or contactKatie Collins, Assistant Headteacher, atkcollins@avonvalleyschool.ukfor an informal conversation about the role.
Application Deadline: 12pm on Thursday 15thMay 2025
(We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role).
Interviews:Scheduled shortly after the closing date.
For further information, email:chearne@avonvalleyschool.ukor telephone:01788 542355.
Safeguarding and Compliance
Please note:
- We do not accept CVs without an application form.
- We do not provide working visas.
- If shortlisted, you will be required to complete a declaration regarding any relevant criminal offences as part of our safeguarding duties.
- Avon Valley School conducts online searches (including social media) as per KCSIE 2024.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check (child workforce) via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Join us in shaping a future of limitless potential. We look forward to hearing from you!
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us?
At The Avon Valley School, we are committed to nurturing every student’s potential, both academically and personally.Our ethos is built onAmbition, Respect and Care, fostering a learning environment where students feel valued, supported and empowered to achieve their aspirations.
What We Offer
Joining The Avon Valley School means becoming part of a supportive and forward-thinking community. Our staff enjoy:
- Tailored career development with annual development opportunities.
- Additional PPA time,exceeding the 10% normally offered for teaching staff.
- Flexible working arrangements for all staff, including biweekly work-from-home option, or a fully paid well-being day.
- A generous absence request policy, for example, do you want to watch your child’s primary school sports day, or attend your best friend’s wedding? Not a problem if you work for us.
- A proactive staff wellbeing programme to support work-life balance.
- A committed and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.
- A thriving school community with engaged students and supportive parents/carers.
- Lunch providedfor anyone offering student facing activities during lunchtimes.
- Paid dutiesfor anyone joining our lunchtime duty team.
- Employee benefits,including a cycle-to-work scheme, employee assistance programme, free on-site parking, and catering facilities.
- A successful ECT support programme,fostering professional growth.
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1107 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- chearne@avonvalleyschool.uk
- Phone number
- 01788 542355
Avon Valley is a successful and oversubscribed school situated within the busy market town of Rugby. Following our Ofsted Inspection in March 2023, we were graded a ‘Good’ school. The school offers a distinctive ethos where we aim to inspire and support each student to prepare for their future by fulfilling both their academic and personal potential.
www.avonvalleyschool.uk
Arranging a visit to The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email chearne@avonvalleyschool.uk.
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