3 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2026

  • Closing date

    17 October 2025 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    14 October 2025

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5

Subjects

History, Politics

Working pattern

Full time: Full time teaching position

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,916 - £51,047

Pay scale

MPS/UPS

What skills and experience we're looking for

Meopham School is looking to recruit a Teacher of History (capacity of teaching KS5 Politics would be an advantage). We are looking for an enthusiastic practitioner who loves their subject, loves working with young people and is passionate about creating a better future for everyone.

This is an excellent opportunity for either an early career teacher or an experienced teacher looking for a new and exciting challenge. The school offers the opportunity to deliver examination qualifications at Key Stage 4 and 5 (or specify relevant key stages).

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

What the school offers its staff

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:

  • Enhanced Maternity Pay
  • Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
  • Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
  • Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
  • Access to training and development
  • Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • On-site Parking

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.

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Ethan Roberts, Headteacher, at zara.romney@swale.at or 01474 814646.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to zara.romney@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Meopham School may undertake online searches of any candidates as part of the Shortlisting Process.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale 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. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.


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

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About Meopham School

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary
School size
957 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01474 814646

Arranging a visit to Meopham School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email zara.romney@swale.at.

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