History Teacher

History Teacher – September 2026 start (Part‑time or Full‑time considered) Trinity School is a popular and oversubscribed Christian Free School in Sevenoaks. We received 796 applications for 180 school places for the September 2026 new student intake. Below are the key reasons you might want to join us.

• We have a strong vision and values, which influences everything we do.
• You can expect a smooth transition to working with us. Not only will you have a dedicated mentor, but an induction programme will ensure you are fully versed in every aspect of Trinity life.
• You will have lunch with the headteacher during the first term to discuss progress.
• A staff well‑being champion works closely with the leadership team to ensure a manageable workload. Your well‑being is important to us, and we continuously review our practices to work smartly while adding value.
• Since our first set of GCSEs in 2018, we have been above the national average every year in our P8 score (2018 +0.15, 2019 +0.21, 2022 +0.32, 2023 +0.22, 2024 +0.26).
• We support students academically and holistically.
• We prioritise your development and help you achieve your career aspirations. Several staff have been promoted to middle and senior leadership positions, and others have moved on to progress elsewhere.
• Our parents are supportive, and many volunteer to help in various ways.
• We have an incredible chaplaincy department that looks after both students and staff welfare.
• All buildings are state‑of‑the‑art, with well‑resourced classrooms.
• There is ample on‑site staff parking and designated staff workrooms.
• Good travel links to London (35 min by train), the M25 (10 min) and we are in the heart of rural Sevenoaks.

The History department at Trinity School is a passionate and collaborative team keen to enhance learning and outcomes. There are six History classes in each Key Stage 3 year group, four classes in Key Stage 4, and one A Level History class in both Year 12 and Year 13. Key Stage 3 students have four one‑hour lessons per fortnight, Key Stage 4 students have five, and A Level History students share two teachers for nine contact hours each fortnight.

Our team also supports Politics at A Level. History enriches the wider school life, including the annual remembrance celebrations with our chaplaincy team.

You will be committed to the development and progress of students, able to facilitate and encourage a learning experience that provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential. You enjoy a collaborative team‑working style, relish a challenge and are resilient. Teaching at A Level is advantageous but not essential.

• Dedicated to student development and well‑being.
• Collaborative team player with a positive, resilient attitude.
• Ability to differentiate lessons for diverse learners.
• Prerequisite for teaching A Level History is an advantage, though not essential.

We are a Christian school through and through and maintain this foundational element  do not have to be a Christian to join us, but you should be sympathetic to our Christian values. We highly recommend visiting us to experience our calm and caring atmosphere.

We recruit as applications come in, so an appointment may be made before the close date. The successful applicant will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure and checks, including proof of , medical clearance, satisfactory references, social media checks and right to work in the UK.

For further information, or to arrange a visit or informal discussion, please contact Fiona Smith, HR Manager at or via email at  To apply, use the “Apply now” button on the TES jobs website or send your application pack to  Applications will also be accepted through the school's website at