Teacher of History (Part time)

We have a vacancy for a part time Teacher of History in a small but well-resourced and innovative Department. It remains a popular option at both GCSE and A Level. You will either be an experienced Teacher History or Early Career Teacher who has the ability to teach History to Years 7 to 13, and up to A Level and Oxbridge entrance level. You will be an effective team member, who can help to promote History by means of academic enrichment and is willing to seek opportunities to develop teaching and learning within the subject. The Department has achieved consistent and notable results in recent years, with 50% achieving an A grade at A Level in 2025, and 76% achieving 9-6 at GCSE. We are looking for someone who:

• will enjoy engaging with pupils outside of the classroom, for example helping to deliver our co-curricular programme and tutor responsibilities, which are a requirement of the role.
• demonstrates excellent subject knowledge.
• will engender an atmosphere within lessons which is conducive to active learning and encourage pupils to learn collaboratively.
• is dynamic, creative, and inspirational, motivating pupils to strive for the best.
• will be committed to their own professional development.
• has an appreciation of the ethos of a Catholic and Benedictine boarding school.
We can offer:
• a competitive pay scale.
• an excellent catering facility, which offers all our staff a complimentary lunch.
• a free employee assistance programme.
• a supportive, skilled, and innovative staff team.
• an inspiring, intellectually rewarding work environment.
• pupils with highly developed social skills and self-confidence.
• plenty of opportunities for CPD, and pastoral and wider-curricular involvement.
• complimentary access to onsite leisure facilities including indoor swimming pool, gym and squash courts.
Closing date for applications: 26 June 2026 Please complete your application through our applicant tracking system, using the apply button. CVs are not accepted. Applications must be completed in full to include full employment history, education history and contact details for referees for current and most recent employer. We look forward to hearing from you. Downside is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, and one of England's oldest and most distinguished Catholic schools. The School is situated at the foot of the Mendip Hills, twelve miles south of the city of Bath. Downside School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be DBS checked. We strive to be an equal opportunities employer. Registered Company No. 11751009 and Registered Charity No: 1184700

You will either be an experienced Teacher History or Early Career Teacher who has the ability to teach History to Years 7 to 13, and up to A Level and Oxbridge entrance level. You will be an effective team member, who can help to promote History by means of academic enrichment and is willing to seek opportunities to develop teaching and learning within the subject. The Department has achieved consistent and notable results in recent years, with 50% achieving an A grade at A Level in 2025, and 76% achieving 9-6 at GCSE. We are looking for someone who:
• will enjoy engaging with pupils outside of the classroom, for example helping to deliver our co-curricular programme and tutor responsibilities, which are a requirement of the role.
• demonstrates excellent subject knowledge.
• will engender an atmosphere within lessons which is conducive to active learning and encourage pupils to learn collaboratively.
• is dynamic, creative, and inspirational, motivating pupils to strive for the best.
• will be committed to their own professional development.
• has an appreciation of the ethos of a Catholic and Benedictine boarding school.
  
  Downside is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, and one of England's oldest and most distinguished Catholic schools. The School is situated at the foot of the Mendip Hills, twelve miles south of the city of Bath.
  
  a competitive pay scale.
• an excellent catering facility, which offers all our staff a complimentary lunch.
• a free employee assistance programme.
• a supportive, skilled, and innovative staff team.
• an inspiring, intellectually rewarding work environment.
• pupils with highly developed social skills and self-confidence.
• plenty of opportunities for CPD, and pastoral and wider-curricular involvement.
• complimentary access to onsite leisure facilities including indoor swimming pool, gym and squash courts.