St Peter's is a renowned successful school and Sixth Form in Guildford. We have an exciting opportunity to appoint a dynamic and inspirational Teacher of History to cover maternity leave, starting in January 2026.
About St Peter’s:
St Peter’s Catholic School, part of the Xavier Catholic Education Trust, is an extremely successful school and Sixth Form set in attractive grounds on the outskirts of Guildford, with onsite parking. Standards are high and academic progress excellent, with very good facilities and resources. Community is a key aspect of our ethos; relationships between students and staff are excellent. We are also a partner school of Teach Southeast, an initial teacher training (ITT) provider.
About the History Department:
• As a team we are friendly, supportive, hardworking and passionate about our subject. We work hard to engage and inspire all students.
• In Key Stage 3 students study a mastery Curriculum, covering power & Conflict 1066 to 1660, Development of Britain 1750 to 2000 and Moments that shaped the modern world.
• In Key Stage 4 students’ study Edexcel, covering Crime & Punishment 1000 to present, Henry VIII & his ministers 1509 – 40, Superpower relations & the Cold War 1941 – 91 and Weimar & Nazi Germany
• In Key Stage 5 students study OCR, covering British period study & enquiry - Britain 1930-97, Non-British period study - The American Revolution 1740-96, Thematic study & historical interpretations - Russia & its rulers 1855 to 1964 and Topic based essay.
What we can offer you:
• An outstanding, high quality weekly training programme for ECT’s, to help you to become a confident, outstanding teaching professional.
• Excellent personal development at all levels with access to national professional qualifications for middle and senior management.
• One to one coaching as standard for all staff.
• Weekly CPD built into the school day.
• A friendly, supportive environment where best practise is shared to ensure high quality teaching and continuous development.
• An extensive range of benefits and discounts with ‘Mylifestyle’, our employee benefits hub.
• All staff benefit from free access to Spectrum, Guildford, Sports Centre. Including the gym, group exercise classes, spa and pool.
About You:
An enthusiastic and dynamic teacher of History, able to teach to at least GCSE level. You should be an inspirational teacher able to bring a new dimension to the team and a fresh perspective. We would welcome experienced and ECT applications. If you are passionate about your subject and want to really make a difference to the lives of young people, then St Peter’s could be the school for you.
Unsure? Why not visit the school for a tour and let us answer any questions you may have.
If you are interested in the position but would like further information before applying please contact our school.
Our roles can receive high volumes of applicants and we may need to occasionally close a vacancy before the published closing date of the advert. Interviews will be arranged as suitable applications are received. We do not want you to miss out, so recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible.
For more information about the school and the position, please visit the school website St Peter's Catholic School - Vacancies
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.
This 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. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
