History Teacher - Academic Rigour - Waltham Forest

History Teacher – Cultivate Intellectual Curiosity and Lead Advanced A-Level Scholarship – Waltham Forest

A highly academic secondary school in Waltham Forest is recruiting a dedicated and experienced History Teacher with expertise in British and European modern history from January 2026.

• History Teacher required from January 2026
• Waltham Forest-based school known for its intellectual curiosity and high university entry rate.
• Seeking a specialist in 19th and 20th Century studies to lead KS5 modules.

You will teach History across KS3-KS5, with a significant timetable commitment to A-Level. The role requires depth of subject knowledge and the ability to prepare students for top university applications, focusing on rigorous source analysis and extended essay writing.

Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS ) and a degree in History (MA/PhD highly desirable).
• Proven ability to secure high grades at A-Level History.
• Experience in curriculum development for a selective or highly academic context.
• Willingness to mentor students through the EPQ (Extended Project Qualification).

School Information

The school is driven by academic excellence. The Humanities faculty is one of the school’s largest, benefiting from specialized teaching rooms and a rich bank of historical resources.

• Excellent department team with a strong focus on scholarship.
• Inner London salary and a challenging, motivated student body.
• Commitment to reducing bureaucracy and focusing on teaching.

Salary

Paid to MPS/UPS Inner London Scale

Application

To apply for this History Teacher position in Waltham Forest, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early Applicants are warmly encouraged.