History Teacher – Chesterfield – January 2026

A successful 11–18 school in Chesterfield is seeking a committed Teacher of History to join its strong Humanities faculty from January 2026 . The school has a proud academic tradition and maintains a Good Ofsted rating, with History being one of the best-performing subjects at GCSE. Students enjoy a well-planned curriculum that blends local history with national and global topics. The Role You’ll teach History across KS3–KS4 (and KS5 depending on experience). Lessons involve a blend of source analysis, extended writing, and structured discussion. The Humanities team is extremely supportive and offers: Weekly curriculum meetings Shared planning and modelling resources Clear assessment routines Cross-curricular projects with Geography and Politics School Environment The school is housed in a mix of older buildings and a modern Humanities extension with: Bright classrooms Access to digital archives and online resources Dedicated intervention rooms Behaviour is excellent, thanks to a centralised behaviour system and strong pastoral staff. You Will Bring QTS in History or related subject Strong analytical and communication skills A passion for evidence-based teaching Confidence in delivering structured writing tasks Why Join? Supportive leadership Excellent professional development A popular department with strong student uptake Opportunities for enrichment including trips and clubs This is a great opportunity for a History Teacher seeking a stable, ambitious school.