(Full or part time considered)

Are you passionate about your subject and how to engage young people so they achieve their very best? Do you enjoy working with others to ensure the highest standards of teaching and learning in History and Politics?

We have an exciting opportunity for an excellent teacher to join our highly committed, supportive and experienced History and Politics Department.  History is taught at all key stages, and Politics is taught at key stage 5. This post is suitable for experienced practitioners and ECTs. The successful candidate will teach across the age and attainment range, including A Level.  

Staff morale is high at our school; we have an excellent induction programme and a commitment to professional development for all staff.

The department is well resourced, and you will have access to a range of exciting activities and trips. The successful candidate will want to bring their passion and enthusiasm for History and Politics to encourage, motivate and engage our students and continue to raise standards in this high performing department. All teaching staff are provided with a laptop.

Great Baddow High School is very well thought of locally.  Our motto, which translates as ‘always striving for higher things’ encapsulates our vision for our students and staff. Our oversubscribed school achieved a ‘GOOD’ rating in its Ofsted inspection in June 2022. We are committed to supporting students to reach their academic potential and to develop into well-rounded members of society.

Pre-application visits are warmly encouraged, particularly during the working day, to experience the culture of the school and view our students and teachers working together in well-equipped, specialist classrooms, using modern technologies and resources.

Please apply by downloading the application form and sending it to yd@gbhs.co.uk to arrange a visit please contact Yvette DeFeo, Trust HR Manager: Secondary School on 01245 265821.

Closing date: Thursday 9 April 2026

Required September 2026

Please note only fully completed school application forms will be considered, CVs on their own will not be accepted.  

Interviews for our vacancies may take place on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close any advert early, therefore we recommend you send your completed application forms as soon as they are completed.

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.