We are seeking to appoint a enthusiastic part-time teacher to join our History Department.

This position is a fixed-term, part-time role to cover maternity leave starting from November 2025 until the end of August 2026, with a starting timetable in the region of 22 periods per week (out of a possible 30 periods for a full-time member of staff).

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate extensive subject knowledge and a strong passion for teaching History to students of all ages and skill abilities, inspiring and motivating them.

Main Responsibilities

• Planning, preparing and teaching the classes assigned to him/her, using a range of strategies for teaching and classroom management to ensure that individual learning needs are met.
• Ensuring that marking of students’ work is both regular and thorough and that full records are kept.
• To regularly monitor the progress of all students in their teaching groups, taking account of individual learning needs to have a positive impact on student progress.
• Keeping abreast of current thinking and development in the subject area.
• Assisting the Head of Department with the development of appropriate syllabuses, schemes of work and teaching styles.
• Contributing to the pastoral care and personal development of students.
• Contributing to whole school activities of clubs and expeditions

To apply for this position, please read the full job details in the candidate pack and submit an completed an application form. Completed application forms should be submitted with a brief supporting letter addressed to Mrs Rebecca Dougall, Headmistress, should be submitted via email (recruitment@shsk.org.uk)