History & Politics Teacher | Sixth Form-Focused School

Role: Teacher of History and Politics (KS4–KS5)

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Start Date: September 2027

Salary: Competitive Salary + Sixth Form Responsibility Allowance

Are you an academically ambitious historian with the ability to challenge students through political debate, historical interpretation and independent research?

A sixth form-focused school in Luton is seeking a History and Politics Teacher to join its senior humanities team. The successful candidate will teach academically demanding courses and support students preparing for university and competitive applications.

The Role

• Senior Teaching: Deliver GCSE and A-Level History, with Politics teaching where appropriate.

• Essay Development: Teach structured argument, source analysis and critical evaluation.

• Current Affairs: Encourage informed discussion of political and social developments.

• University Preparation: Support personal statements, admissions preparation and academic research.

• Enrichment: Lead debates, conferences, societies and visiting-speaker events.

The Candidate

• Academic Background: A degree in History, Politics or a related subject.

• Senior Curriculum Expertise: Strong knowledge of A-Level assessment requirements.

• Analytical Ability: Excellent essay-writing and critical-thinking skills.

• Confidence: Ability to lead sophisticated classroom discussion.

• Mentoring: Commitment to supporting students’ academic progression.

The Environment

• Sixth Form Excellence: A school with high university aspirations.

• Academic Culture: Strong focus on independent study and debate.

• Enrichment: Regular lectures, competitions and university events.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities to develop sixth form leadership.

Apply Now

This is a career-enhancing role for a History or Politics specialist seeking a challenging Bedfordshire appointment. Submit your CV to express your interest.