History Teacher – Supportive Secondary School – Colchester

About the position

Start Date: January 2026 Contract: Full-time Salary: MPS / UPS An established secondary school in Colchester is seeking a History Teacher to join its well-structured Humanities department. Role Overview The successful candidate will teach KS3 and KS4 History, delivering a curriculum that develops chronological understanding, historical enquiry, and extended writing skills. The department benefits from shared planning, strong subject leadership, and a clear approach to assessment. This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who enjoys collaborative working and teaching motivated pupils within a calm, purposeful environment. The School This 11–18 mixed school educates approximately 1,200 pupils and has a strong reputation for consistent teaching standards and positive staff–student relationships. Behaviour systems are clear and well embedded, allowing teachers to focus on high-quality lesson delivery. Staff describe leadership as supportive and transparent, with a strong emphasis on CPD, mentoring, and workload balance. Application Please submit your CV to be considered for this role.