Trainee History Teacher

About the School 

Located in Hertfordshire this mixed-faith Church of England secondary school serves around 750–800 students aged 11–18, including a sixth form. It holds a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted and was judged ‘Outstanding’ in its most recent SIAMS inspection, reflecting its strong Christian ethos. Central to its identity is the vision “Respect for All; Achievement for All,” underpinned by the principle “Love Your Neighbour,” affirming a deeply inclusive, caring community where every individual is valued. The school promotes academic excellence, equal opportunities, and holistic development, weaving spiritual, moral, and personal growth through its curriculum.Unique features include a house system—Canterbury, Durham, Exeter, Norwich, York—which cultivates camaraderie, leadership, and healthy competition through inter-house events and student representation. Situated on a spacious green campus, the school welcomes students from a broad geographic area across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, reinforcing its inclusive character.

Role & Training

• Engage in a two-phase Graduate Teacher Programme:

  • Phase 1: Begin earning a salary while you build foundational teaching skills.

  • Phase 2: Complete your PGCE with QTS via Coventry University.

• Benefit from supportive mentoring and a nurturing school culture with strong pastoral systems.

• Training is blended, rooted in the national Teaching Standards and the Core Content Framework, ensuring robust professional growth.

  Candidate Requirements

  • Degree in any subject required (History applicants preferred).

  • Some GCSE requirements may be flexible during Phase 1, with opportunities to meet them in due course.

  • We’re looking for someone committed, resilient, and eager to learn, ready to thrive in a community-oriented, values-driven school.