History Teacher (ECT) – Grantham, Lincolnshire

A supportive and academically focused 1118 secondary school in Grantham is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher of History to join its established Humanities faculty. This role offers an excellent start for an ECT looking to develop strong classroom practice in a school with clear systems experienced mentors and a positive professional culture.

History is a well-regarded subject within the school with strong engagement across year groups and consistent outcomes at GCSE.

The Opportunity

You will teach History across Key Stages 3 and 4 delivering a curriculum that is knowledge-rich well-sequenced and designed to build students understanding of chronology causation and interpretation.

At KS3 lessons focus on developing historical thinking through carefully chosen case studies source work and structured discussion. At GCSE teaching is centred on building secure subject knowledge extended writing skills and confidence with exam-style questions.

As an ECT youll be supported in developing effective lesson structure behaviour routines and assessment strategies while gradually building confidence in your teaching style.

ECT Support and Induction

The school has a strong track record of supporting Early Career Teachers and provides a structured induction programme that prioritises development and wellbeing. You will benefit from:

• A reduced teaching timetable during your ECT year

• A dedicated Humanities mentor with regular weekly meetings

• Structured CPD aligned with the Early Career Framework

• Opportunities to observe experienced History teachers

• Clear guidance around planning marking and assessment

Support is consistent and practical helping you build confidence without unnecessary pressure.

The History Department

The History department is a collaborative and welcoming team that works closely on shared schemes of work and assessments. Resources are centrally planned and regularly reviewed reducing workload and ensuring consistency across classes.

Department meetings focus on improving teaching and learning sharing best practice and supporting student progress rather than administrative tasks.

The School

This Good-rated secondary school is known for its calm learning environment strong pastoral care and respectful student behaviour. Students respond well to clear expectations and positive relationships making it an ideal setting for an ECT to develop strong classroom management skills.

Leadership is approachable and values staff development with a clear commitment to supporting teachers at all stages of their careers.

The Ideal Candidate

You will:

• Hold (or be completing) QTS

• Have a passion for History and subject scholarship

• Be reflective organised and eager to develop your practice

• Value structure routines and consistency

• Be enthusiastic about working within a supportive Humanities team

Why Start Your Career Here

• Strong ECT mentoring and induction programme

• Supportive History department

• Calm classrooms and positive behaviour

• A school that genuinely invests in early career teachers

If youre a History ECT looking for a role where youll be supported developed and valued from day one wed love to receive your CV.