Job Description

History Teacher – Secondary School in Surrey

Full time. Permanent. September 2025 start. Suitable for ECTs and experienced teachers.

We are seeking an engaging and committed history teacher to join a forward-thinking secondary school in Surrey from September 2025. This full time, permanent role is ideal for a teacher who believes in the power of history to spark curiosity, build perspective and challenge assumptions.

This is a school that values subject expertise and provides an environment where strong teaching can flourish. The history curriculum is carefully sequenced, stretching students from early enquiry through to detailed source analysis and evaluative writing. Students are taught to ask thoughtful questions, engage with diverse perspectives and make connections between past and present.

Why teach history here

• A supportive school environment that promotes subject depth and student engagement

• Recent investment in facilities and teaching spaces to support modern learning

• A knowledgeable humanities team that shares resources and plans collaboratively

• Clear behaviour systems that support calm, focused classrooms

• Regular CPD and opportunities to contribute to curriculum development

Key details for this History Teacher opportunity

• History Teacher post at a co-educational secondary school in Surrey

• Full time, permanent role starting September 2025 (or sooner for ECTs)

• MPS/UPS Fringe salary, depending on experience

• Opportunity to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with future scope for leadership or curriculum projects

• Professional development pathways in a supportive and reflective school culture

We are looking for

• A history teacher who is passionate about building knowledge, skills and confidence in all learners

• Someone who values clarity, precision and engagement in their teaching

• A commitment to fostering enquiry, resilience and respectful classroom discussion

Apply now to find out more about this history teaching role in Surrey, starting September 2025.