Teacher of History

Mossbourne Federation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy is looking for a Teacher of History.

The successful applicant will be passionate about History. They will be well organised, energetic and willing to go the ‘extra mile’. They will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), have a proven track record of successful teaching across different key stages and believe that all students can succeed in History.

Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, expectations of staff are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.

Set within the metropolitan borough of Hackney, all Mossbourne Federation academies are in close proximity to London Overground stations, providing a no-fuss commute for colleagues living in other London boroughs. London’s fashionable ‘East and West Ends’ are also only a short distance away.

Federation staff are rewarded through access to a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

1. Benenden health membership, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation.
2. Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs.
3. Free staff fitness classes.
4. Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes.
5. Free lunches (T&Cs apply).
6. Discounts at local restaurants.
7. Saturday pay programme.
8. Special leave scheme.
9. First rate professional development and career opportunities.
10. Staff appreciation awards and events.
11. The Mossbourne Allowance (Ts & Cs apply).

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We have committed to becoming an Anti-Racist organisation and we welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal.

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Start Date: 1st September 2025 [Inset Days 27th, 28th and 29th August 2025]

Induction Day: June 2025 [date to be confirmed]

Find out more about what it's like to work at Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy and all the support you'll receive throughout your time with us.