Teacher of History and Ancient History -0.8 FTE

Thank you for your interest in this post at WQE.

We believe that this is a particularly exciting time to be joining us, offering a real opportunity to make a difference in this thriving and vibrant Sixth Form College. We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work with students; their academic and wider achievements, their learning experiences, the support they receive in their academic progress, their learning environment and their wider experience of College life. The College operates across two closely located campuses, next to the University of Leicester on University Road and a smaller campus at Regent Road.

We are looking to appoint a well-qualified, self-motivated and enthusiastic Teacher of History and Ancient History , who will help us provide the best possible learning experiences and outcomes for our students. It is planned that this post will be based with our team primarily at the Regent Road Campus.

THE CURRICULUM AREA – Humanities

This vibrant curriculum area brings together History, Geography, Politics, Law and Ancient History. The curriculum area consists of sixteen teaching staff and is led by a Curriculum Area Leader, supported by a Deputy Curriculum Area Leader and two Assistant Curriculum Area Leaders who together ensure the provision of high-quality outcomes and experiences for students and lead the on-going development of teaching, learning and assessment.

The area is located at the Regent Road campus in a large, open-plan office in the College’s main teaching block and uses recently refurbished classrooms nearby. There are a good range of resources including excellent online materials, interactive whiteboards, library holdings and IT facilities.

History and Ancient History within Humanities:

There are approximately 400 students studying A level History or Ancient History at the Regent Road campus. The courses follow the AQA History and OCR Ancient History specification. There is an emphasis throughout our courses on developing independent study skills, employability skills. Our students progress along a range of routes after their time at WQE including University, Apprenticeships and employment.

In addition to the examination courses staff in the area also offer courses within the Enrichment Programme, currently including Debating, Law for Daily life, Global Issues, Ancient World and EPQ.

For our part we shall make every effort to support our new colleagues in making the best of the professional opportunities offered by this post.

This is a part time 0.8FTE, term time permanent post commencing Monday 17th August 2026.

The salary will be at a point on the Sixth Form Colleges pay spine which ranges from £33,465 - £51,714 per annum pro rata. The pro-rata salary is from £26,772 to £41,371.

We offer an exceptional package of benefits to our staff, which for this post includes:-

· Annual incremental pay increases, linked to performance, within the pay scale range

· Pension - Automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension scheme with 28.68% employer contribution or to the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff (if applicable), one of the most competitive on the market with an employer contribution of above 20% in most cases

· Staff well-being programme

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Annual flu vaccination

· Continual Professional Development

· Eyecare voucher scheme

· On-site parking

We have an active and enthusiastic staff wellbeing group who meet regularly and are committed to adding value to life at work wherever possible, as well as ensuring a strong sense of community, wider opportunities and mutual support exist in our workplace.

Applications

Please do not submit a separate CV. Only information on the application form will be used in the selection process. Application forms can be downloaded from our website by clicking the tab 'Apply Now'.

Please note - If your application is shortlisted for interview, your current and most recent employer will be contacted for a reference request (and most recent education provider if different) prior to the interview date and any job offer being made. Please ensure that this information is provided in the reference section on your personal details form.

Completed applications must be returned by 10pm on Tuesday 5th May 2026 .

Interviews will be held on Thursday 14th May 2026 . Full details will be emailed out to shortlisted candidates.

Please return all completed application documentation via e-mail only.

Finally, I would like to thank you again for the time taken to consider joining our team here at WQE and in making an application if you decide this is the right step for you.

Paul Wilson

Principal