Teacher of History

Reigate School, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 7NT

18 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  16 March 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  26 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: History
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS (Fringe)
• Additional allowances:

  MPS/UPS (Fringe)

Teacher of History job summary

Reigate School is looking to appoint a passionate, inspirational and innovative Teacher of History to join our oversubscribed school in Reigate, Surrey. We are looking for an ambitious teacher with the ability to create a nurturing learning environment and a commitment to ensuring every child achieves academically, socially and personally. Candidates will be excellent practitioners who can inspire a love of History with our learners.

Our outstanding staff and students make Reigate school a truly inclusive, collaborative and supportive place to work. Our cohesive team work together to ensure all students have the opportunity to excel in all areas of the curriculum. They are supported by a Trust, Governing Body and Senior Leadership Team who all value the contribution made by every member of staff.

We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers who have a passion for education, and from applicants with the drive and commitment to deliver outstanding learning.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified teacher with relevant History qualifications
• Have the passion and commitment to deliver engaging and forward-thinking lessons to both KS3 and KS4
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Be able to plan and deliver a creative and stimulating curriculum
• Have excellent classroom management skills with high expectations for achievements and behaviour
• Be enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life of the school
• Have the commitment and determination to make a significant impact on the lives of our children

In return we can offer you:

• Approximately 16% non-contact time
• Defined career pathways to support your professional growth and continuous development
• A supportive working environment committed to collaborative working and high performance - joining a team of friendly and hardworking professionals
• The opportunity to work with an academy trust that encourages all of its schools to keep their own unique identity, whilst enjoying excellent relationships and collaborative partnerships with the wider Greensand community
• An excellent staff assistance scheme with access to a range of wellbeing and health initiatives, including complimentary counselling, physiotherapy and a 24 hour online GP service

Applicants are warmly invited to contact Mr Chris Baston, Reigate School Deputy Headteacher, to discuss the role in more depth.

Closing date for applications is Monday 16 March 2026 at 9am. Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to appoint someone sooner than this if we identify a suitable candidate. You are therefore encouraged to apply for the role as soon as possible.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of our Trust. If you need any specific support or require alternative formats, please contact us.

We value diversity and believe that different perspectives make us stronger. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in our sector. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Reigate School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to demonstrably share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and an overseas criminal records check if you have lived or travelled outside the UK for more than 3 months in the last 10 years. Shortlisted candidates will also be subject to online check in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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

Reigate School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to demonstrably share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and completion of an Enhanced DBS will be required.

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 Reigate School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1261 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Reigate School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/reigate-school

Reigate School has an outstanding team of teachers working together to ensure all students have the opportunity to excel in all areas of the curriculum. They are supported by a Trust, Governing Body and Senior Leadership Team who all value the contribution made by every member of staff.

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