At Martin High School, we believe in being kind, working hard and aiming high. We believe school should be a calm, inclusive and safe place where teachers can teach and pupils can learn without disruption.
We are seeking a passionate, committed and inspiring Teacher of History to join us on a temporary contract to cover maternity leave.
We pride ourselves on kindness, looking after one another and fostering a strong sense of community. We always welcome new colleagues warmly and with enthusiasm. We firmly believe in academic excellence for all pupils, regardless of their background, and work together as a team to achieve the very best outcomes.
We are currently looking to recruit a:
Teacher of History – on a Temporary contract starting January 2027 – 32.5 hours a week/52 weeks per year.
Based at Martin High School, part of the Lionheart Educational Trust.
Salary: Main, Upper Pay Range and ECTs are welcome to apply.
We are looking to appoint an outstanding Teacher of History on a temporary basis to cover maternity leave to join our successful Humanities Department and contribute to the delivery of consistently high-quality lessons for our pupils. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and effective teacher to join our thriving school and continue their teaching career within a supportive environment.
Our Humanities Department, including History, Geography and Religious Education, teaches across Key Stages 3 and 4 and consists of seven dedicated and passionate teachers.
As part of our school community, you will play a key role in shaping academic progress of pupils within your year group, while delivering high quality History teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4. We firmly believe in academic excellence for all no matter background, and work as a team to get the very best outcomes for our pupils, whilst also placing huge value in their holistic development.
The Trust strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where all staff have a seat at the table: a seat to be free, a seat to inspire, a seat to challenge and a seat to succeed.
We currently have staff networks for staff who are Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer + (LGBTQ+), staff who would describe their background as working class and staff with a disability.
Martin High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will carry out online checks for anyone who is shortlisted, and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. This post is designated as a regulated activity and requires enhanced criminal records check (including a barred list check).
Interview date : ASAP
Closing date: 2.11.26
We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close applications and interview early if we receive a high volume of applicants. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check, and references will be sought at the shortlisting stage.
Please note CVs WILL NOT be accepted.
The Martin High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.