Teacher of History (Maternity Cover)
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Employer Putney High School - GDST Location London, Greater London Contract Type Fixed term contract Hours Full Time Contract Length Two terms Salary £41,730 to £64,068 per annum
Posted 6th March 2026 Start Date 1st September 2026 Expires 18th March 2026 09:00 AM Contract Type Fixed term contract Start Date 1st September 2026 Job ID 1537926 Suitable for ECT (NQT) Graduates Job Reference PUT-HIS1
Start Date 1st September 2026
Contract: Full time and Fixed Term (two terms – Autumn ‘26 and Spring ‘27)
Required from: September 2026
We are seeking an outstanding Teacher of History to join a forward-thinking, highly skilled, and welcoming department that delivers a rich, challenging curriculum to bright, curious young historians. With superb in-house staff development programmes and a wealth of support through the GDST, we are well placed to develop Early Career Teachers and more experienced teachers alike.
As a Teacher of History, you will help students develop independence, curiosity, and confide
Posted 6th March 2026 Start Date 1st September 2026 Expires 18th March 2026 09:00 AM Contract Type Fixed term contract Start Date 1st September 2026 Job ID 1537926 Suitable for ECT (NQT) Graduates Job Reference PUT-HIS1
Start Date 1st September 2026
- Contract Type :Fixed term contract
- Contract Length: Two terms
- Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates
- Job ID: 1537926
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Contract: Full time and Fixed Term (two terms – Autumn ‘26 and Spring ‘27)
Required from: September 2026
We are seeking an outstanding Teacher of History to join a forward-thinking, highly skilled, and welcoming department that delivers a rich, challenging curriculum to bright, curious young historians. With superb in-house staff development programmes and a wealth of support through the GDST, we are well placed to develop Early Career Teachers and more experienced teachers alike.
As a Teacher of History, you will help students develop independence, curiosity, and confide
nce through a department‑wide ethos rooted in understanding the past, equipping them with strong analytical skills, respect for diverse viewpoints, and the ability to construct well‑reasoned arguments.
Through the study of History at Putney students gain not only an understanding of the past but of the world in which they find themselves today. In our teaching, we place significant importance on the role of debate and discussion, developing a deep enjoyment of academic challenge, and engendering a passion for uncovering the past.
The same commitment to debate and discussion permeates our Politics lessons, alongside an enjoyment of the fast-changing nature of the study of politics. This approach, and our thriving Politics Society, contributes to the ongoing popularity of A-Level Politics. Although being able to teach Politics is not a requirement for this position several of the department teach both subjects and so the opportunity to teach this aspect is possible.
About The School
As one of the UK’s leading schools, Putney High School is rightly proud of its exceptional academic results and pastoral care. A spirit of intellectual agility and engagement is at the heart of the school’s ethos, with pupils stretched, challenged, and supported inside the classroom and beyond.
The school is set in leafy, tranquil grounds close to the heart of Putney and to the River Thames.
Benefits
Through the study of History at Putney students gain not only an understanding of the past but of the world in which they find themselves today. In our teaching, we place significant importance on the role of debate and discussion, developing a deep enjoyment of academic challenge, and engendering a passion for uncovering the past.
The same commitment to debate and discussion permeates our Politics lessons, alongside an enjoyment of the fast-changing nature of the study of politics. This approach, and our thriving Politics Society, contributes to the ongoing popularity of A-Level Politics. Although being able to teach Politics is not a requirement for this position several of the department teach both subjects and so the opportunity to teach this aspect is possible.
About The School
As one of the UK’s leading schools, Putney High School is rightly proud of its exceptional academic results and pastoral care. A spirit of intellectual agility and engagement is at the heart of the school’s ethos, with pupils stretched, challenged, and supported inside the classroom and beyond.
The school is set in leafy, tranquil grounds close to the heart of Putney and to the River Thames.
Benefits
The school is part of the GDST, the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools. We can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
To apply for this exciting opportunity please click apply.
Applications must be received by Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 9am.
Interview date: Thursday 26 March 2026.
Putney High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
- Generous pension scheme
- Free life assurance benefit
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- Financial guidance and support
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
To apply for this exciting opportunity please click apply.
Applications must be received by Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 9am.
Interview date: Thursday 26 March 2026.
Putney High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
Putney High School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online checks, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Attachments
Teacher of History Candidate Brief
Safeguarding Statement
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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Attachments
Teacher of History Candidate Brief
Safeguarding Statement
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Fast Apply
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