History Teacher (ECT) – Rotherham, South Yorkshire – January 2026

A well-regarded secondary school in Rotherham is seeking a History ECT to join its established Humanities department from January 2026. This role is ideal for a new teacher who wants to begin their career in a school that values both academic rigour and pastoral strength with an induction programme that is genuinely built around helping ECTs thrive.

The school has a strong local reputation for calm purposeful classrooms and clear expectations. Pupils are taught to take pride in their work and are supported to develop strong routines around behaviour attendance and learning habits which gives ECTs the conditions to improve quickly.

History at the School

History is taught as a disciplined subject: knowledge-rich enquiry-driven and built on strong reading and writing. The curriculum is carefully sequenced across KS3 to build the foundations pupils need for GCSE success especially in source work interpretation and extended responses.

You will join a department that:

• Shares planning and resources to reduce unnecessary workload

• Uses consistent approaches to writing and argument structure

• Prioritises retrieval vocabulary and chronological understanding

• Balances depth of knowledge with exam readiness

The department is also realistic about what new teachers need. Youll be supported to teach confidently first then refine and extend over time.

The Role

As a History ECT you will teach KS3 and KS4 with the potential to develop into KS5 over time if appropriate. Youll be supported to:

• Build strong classroom routines and clear expectations

• Teach complex historical content with clarity and structure

• Develop pupils confidence in writing and discussion

• Use assessment to improve teaching without creating heavy marking

The school encourages purposeful enrichment not performative extras. Where enrichment takes place its linked directly to curriculum goals for example local history links curriculum-enhancing visits or departmental projects that strengthen historical thinking.

ECT Support and Development

You will receive structured support that is consistent and practical:

• Reduced timetable in line with the Early Career Framework

• Weekly mentor meetings with a History specialist

• Regular opportunities to observe high-quality teaching

• Coaching focused on actionable classroom improvements

• Support with planning sequencing and assessment strategies

The aim is not to overwhelm you with paperwork it is to build a strong confident teacher.

The School Culture

This is a school where expectations are clear and systems are consistent. Pupils know what good learning looks like and staff feel supported to enforce routines fairly. Pastoral support is strong and leaders are visible.

You can expect:

• A calm classroom culture with consistent behaviour systems

• Strong safeguarding and pastoral teams supporting teachers

• A professional environment where staff are supported not blamed

• CPD that is aligned to real classroom challenges

What Youll Bring

The school welcomes ECTs who are reflective committed and ready to develop quickly including:

• QTS (or pending QTS) and strong subject passion

• Confidence in building routines and relationships

• Willingness to learn through feedback and coaching

• A commitment to inclusive teaching and high expectations

How to Apply

If youre a History ECT seeking an excellent January 2026 start in a supportive school please submit your CV.