Teacher of History

We are looking to appoint a Teacher of History to join our department working with colleagues who are committed to delivering outstanding lessons across all key stages and have a passion for making History memorable, relatable and relevant to life in the 21st Century.

While we have a preference for Early Career Teachers, we also welcome applications from experienced teachers with a track record of examination success in History. This is a full-time position for a 2 year fixed period with potential to become permanent.

History at SRRCC is an innovative, friendly and inclusive place to continue your teaching career. While we ask you to support our Catholic ethos, being a practising Catholic is not a requirement, we welcome applicants from any background.

The History team also lead Government and Politics A Level and an ability to teach this would be an advantage.

In return for your commitment and passion for teaching, we offer: 

• A stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment.
• Access to regular CPD sessions, focusing on learning and teaching and subject scholarship.
• Outstanding ITT provision.
• Leadership Development Programme.
• Opportunities provided by being part of the Ascension Catholic Academy Trust.
• Extensive wellbeing package including access to GP services 24/7, physiotherapy and counselling support, additional wellbeing services.
• A range of employee benefits including Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loan.
• Teacher pension scheme.
• Cash for colleagues – Earn money for friends you recommend.

St Richard Reynolds Catholic College is a vibrant community consisting of a federation of two Outstanding schools: SRR Catholic Primary School and SRR Catholic High School which includes a Sixth Form. Our community is a place where our young people come first, are loved, listened to, challenged and inspired. The College is part of the Ascension Catholic Academy Trust. Further information can be found on the Trust website – The Ascension Catholic Academy Trust – Home

Full details and an application pack for these posts can be downloaded from our website: https://strichardreynolds.org.uk/whole-college/vacancies-2/ 

Please also get in touch if you would like to talk in more detail about the role.

Please send the CES application form, two references and a covering letter to: recruitment@srrcc.org.uk by 10am, Monday 11 May 2026 for an interview week

commencing 11 May.

Please note, applications will be considered as they are received and you are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible, as some interviews may take place, and an appointment may be made, before the closing date is reached for these positions.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment process, we conduct online searches of publicly available information for all shortlisted applicants. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.