Teacher of Humanities; specialism in History
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Education / Teaching
High School, History Teacher, K12, Academic
About the school
The Willink is a successful and oversubscribed school with a strong international ethos. As the preferred state school in the area, it attracts learners from beyond its catchment, including Hampshire, Reading and Wokingham. The school has 1200 students on roll, including 200 in the Sixth Form, and is situated in a pleasant semi-rural setting south west of Reading.
As leaders in mathematics instruction, the school heads the Möbius Maths Hub, a national centre of excellence extending its influence across Berkshire and Wiltshire. It maintains strategic partnerships with Teaching School Hub Berkshire, underscoring its dedication to exceptional education. Above all, The Willink is a lively, welcoming institution encouraging high aspirations and expectations for its learning community.
The roleA full-time Teacher of Humanities with specialism in History is required for November 2026 on a maternity cover appointment, paid at MPR or UPR. The successful candidate will teach History to GCSE level, with the opportunity of A level teaching. The ability to teach another Humanities subject is desirable.
Applications are warmly welcomed from ECTs seeking their first appointment as well as more experienced practitioners.
Key responsibilities- Deliver high-quality History lessons to GCSE level, with potential A level teaching.
- Teach an additional Humanities subject where required.
- Contribute to the department and wider school community as an inspirational classroom practitioner.
- Strong subject knowledge in History.
- The ability to teach another Humanities subject is desirable.
- Commitment to high aspirations and expectations for all learners.
- Enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for the successful applicant.
- Unrivalled professional development and subject leadership opportunities as the lead school for the Möbius Maths Hub and regional centre for Teaching School Hub Berkshire.
- Employment on MPR or UPR scale.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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