History Teacher at a Large and Inclusive Academy in Nottingham – January 2026

About the Role
A thriving and ambitious secondary academy in Nottingham is seeking an engaging History Teacher to join its Humanities faculty from January 2026. This full-time permanent post offers the opportunity to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4 with A-Level teaching available for suitably experienced candidates. Its a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who values inclusivity creativity and academic challenge within a supportive forward-looking environment.

Key Details

• Position: Teacher of History
• Contract: Full-time permanent
• Start Date: January 2026
• Key Stages: 3 4 (with KS5 available)
• Suitable for: Experienced teachers or ECTs

The Department and Facilities
The Humanities department is one of the largest and most successful in the school offering an ambitious and knowledge-rich curriculum that encourages students to think critically and develop a love of enquiry. The History team has a strong reputation for collaboration enthusiasm and consistently improving outcomes at all key stages.

Youll benefit from:

• Purpose-built teaching rooms equipped with interactive technology and digital resources
• A broad engaging curriculum covering local national and international history
• A department that values discussion curiosity and academic rigour
• Access to high-quality CPD through a large well-resourced trust network
• Opportunities to lead enrichment activities such as historical visits clubs and themed days

What Youll Be Doing
Youll deliver engaging well-structured lessons that bring the past to life helping students understand change continuity and perspective while developing key analytical and evaluative skills.

In addition youll:

• Contribute to ongoing curriculum and resource development
• Support GCSE and A-Level students in achieving excellent outcomes
• Encourage debate reflection and independent research
• Participate in enrichment and trust-wide projects that extend learning beyond the classroom

About You
Youll bring:

• QTS PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification
• A strong subject knowledge and genuine enthusiasm for History
• The ability to plan lessons that inspire curiosity and critical thinking
• A collaborative approach and commitment to high expectations for all learners
• Willingness to contribute to the wider school and community life

About the School
This large 1118 academy serves a diverse and vibrant community and is part of a respected multi-academy trust known for its commitment to inclusion aspiration and continuous improvement. The school combines strong academic ambition with a nurturing ethos creating an environment where every student can achieve and thrive.

Facilities are modern and extensive including specialist Humanities classrooms science laboratories a theatre space and a well-resourced Sixth Form centre. Staff enjoy access to high-quality professional development trust-wide collaboration and a leadership team that prioritises wellbeing and professional growth.

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary in line with experience and qualifications
• Excellent CPD and leadership development opportunities
• Collaborative working culture within a large Humanities faculty
• Access to modern facilities and digital learning tools
• The chance to make a real impact in a diverse ambitious school community

Ready to Join
If youre an enthusiastic History Teacher looking to inspire curiosity and critical thinking in a supportive and forward-looking academy wed love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to apply.