Teacher of Humanities (History and Geography - Maternity Cover)

Hampton Court House is a fast-growing co-educational independent school situated in beautiful riverside parkland between Richmond and Hampton in southwest London. The school has just over 300 pupils from Early Years through to Year 13. Hampton Court House was shortlisted for the TES Independent School Awards 2020, ‘Senior School of the Year’.

We are seeking someone to support rapid and sustained progress in KS2 to 4 history and geography and tp provide high quality teaching, and enable effective learning and achievement, within an environment where students feel challenged, valued and secure. 

We welcome applications from a well-qualified graduate with relevant experience, who would like to be part of a thriving team at an exciting moment in our school’s development.

All our teachers are expected to contribute enthusiastically to the wider life of the school including running lunchtime and after school clubs, leading motivating assemblies, and organising meaningful workshops and trips.

An outline of the role can be located in the attached Role Description, although the list is not definitive and the successful candidate may be expected to assume additional responsibilities as reasonably requested by the Headteacher. 

Please note that we are unable to accept applications unless they are made on our own application form. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and interviews will be scheduled on an ongoing basis until the post is filled. We reserve the right to end the job advert before the deadline if a suitable candidate has been found. 

Your application form should be completed in full and returned to Miss Emily Acton-Edmiston: eae@hchnet.co.uk

Due to the large number of applications the School receives, please be aware that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to be invited for an interview.   We have the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.  

Hampton Court House is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. The School is registered with the DBS and successful applicants will be required to complete successfully the Disclosure procedure at the Enhanced level. It is an offence for a person barred from working with children to apply for this post. Hampton Court House is committed to Equal Opportunities and strives to achieve inclusivity and diversity within our community. Therefore, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.