Teacher of History - Independent Girls' School - Camden

A distinguished independent Girls' School in Camden, Central London, celebrated for its strong humanities results and feminist academic ethos, requires a talented Teacher of History for a Maternity Cover, Part-Time (0.6 FTE) role, commencing in January 2026.

Compensation & Contract

• Job Title: Teacher of History
• Contract: Maternity Cover, Part-Time (0.6 FTE)
• Start Date: January 2026
• Salary: Pro-rata salary based on a competitive independent school pay scale.

The Role

• The successful Teacher of History will instruct Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE) classes, with the possibility of some A-Level teaching dependent on experience.
• The Teacher of History is expected to deliver stimulating lessons that encourage critical analysis and independent research.
• The department provides a highly collaborative environment for the Teacher of History.
• The Teacher of History will play an important role in contributing to the strong academic culture of the school.
• The school is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of History to cover this absence.
• Applications are welcomed from accomplished professionals ready to teach as a Teacher of History.
• The cover period requires a dedicated Teacher of History to maintain continuity.
• This role offers flexibility for a highly qualified Teacher of History.

Requirements

• A degree in History or a closely related subject.
• Prior experience teaching History to GCSE level within the UK curriculum.
• Commitment to engaging in departmental planning and assessment cycles.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

About the School This central London girls' school is highly selective and focuses on developing confident, articulate, and academically successful young women. The Humanities department is vibrant, well-resourced, and achieves outstanding outcomes, offering excellent support to all its staff.