About This Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the history department in our friendly, dynamic and outstanding Catholic school. We value our staff and want to develop them to the full in a supportive environment. We are looking for a candidate who has a deep passion for History, is forward thinking, innovative, has strong subject knowledge and is committed to excellence. The History department is a highly successful, cohesive and effective team who work collaboratively to ensure that our students make excellent progress and enjoy the subject. The department have led the way in T&L and developing the knowledge rich curriculum at KS3. History is the most popular GCSE option and, year on year, outcomes are excellent and significantly higher than national standards, testament to teachers’ commitment and passion and the students’ enjoyment of the subject. Progress is strong at A Level as demonstrated by a L3VA score of 0.33 in 2025, and exceptionally so at GCSE with a Progress 8 score of 0.85 in 2024 and 76% of students achieving grades 4-9 in 2025.
St Ignatius College is:
A highly respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community with a rich history, committed to the academic, spiritual, and personal development of each individual
A warm, friendly community where all are respected and valued
A school where teachers are developed ‘through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support’ and where leaders are ‘’without compromise in their continuing programme of improvement’’
A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to learn and succeed
Teacher testimonial: “I feel that I have really grown professionally at St Ignatius College. Teachers are encouraged to take risks with their practice and the CPD is second to none. It is an incredibly supportive environment.”
The successful candidate will:
Be able to teach History
Be an excellent, creative and passionate teacher with the energy to inspire, motivate and challenge students
Have excellent interpersonal skills and be a real team player
Be committed to developing a knowledge rich curriculum and to the implementation of Rosenshine’s principles of instruction
Believe in the right of every student to succeed regardless of their starting points
Support our Catholic ethos and contribute to our core vision and values
What we offer:
Experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other
Paid Personal/well-being Day
A highly organised, energetic and well-equipped department where students flourish and are enthusiastic about the subject
Opportunities for professional development and curriculum planning during the school day through a comprehensive CPD programme, Teaching and Learning team, support with becoming an examiner, ELKLAN training, Leadership Programmes
Cycle scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking, free refreshments, a swimming pool and sports facilities
We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. The successful applicant will be committed to the distinct Jesuit ethos of the College. St Ignatius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.