Teacher of History
Contract: Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
Site: Thomas Deacon Academy
Closing date: 9am on Monday 10th February 2025
Start date: September 2025
Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.
Are you a teacher who is passionate about bringing history to life for students?
Do you have the confidence and commitment to inspire and engage young minds in the study of the past?
If so, Thomas Deacon Academy wants you!
Your role:
As a Teacher of History, you will deliver well-planned lessons that secure the progress of all learners. You will teach and implement the history curriculum, ensuring students achieve their individual potential and develop the necessary knowledge, skills, and character to thrive as global citizens. Your responsibilities include:
1. Planning and preparing courses
2. Assessing student work
3. Providing feedback
4. Maintaining positive behaviour and discipline
5. Participating in extra-curricular activities
You should have extensive knowledge of the subject, effective teaching and learning styles, and experience in planning and delivering schemes of work. Strong communication skills, the ability to inspire and enthuse young people, and a commitment to raising educational achievement are essential.
About us:
You will be part of our Humanities Department and will join our team of 7 specialist history teachers. History is one of our most popular subjects at GCSE, where we offer Edexcel History and OCR Ancient History. At A-level, we offer OCR History, providing a robust curriculum that supports continuous development. Our department is known for its collaborative and supportive environment, where teachers are encouraged to innovate and share best practices. We value courtesy, compassion, and courage in our staff, creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere for both students and teachers.
The Academy’s recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024 rated all areas as ‘Good’ and noted that “pupils benefit from a welcoming environment where diversity is celebrated. They enjoy celebrating each other’s differences and participating in cultural activities. The school provides an ambitious curriculum that ensures pupils develop a strong foundation of knowledge and skills from Year 3 through to Year 13, preparing them well for their next stage of education or employment.”
At Thomas Deacon Academy, our character values are at the heart of everything we do, and we are looking for someone who embodies them in their work.
Why work for us?:
Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits
Ready to transform lives through education? Apply now and make a difference!
TDET - Working together to transform lives through education
Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.
If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at hrteam@tdet.education
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