Teacher of History with Criminology
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact the Head’s PA, Mrs K Shaw on recruitment@christofidelis.org.uk.
Closing date: 12pm on Wednesday 22nd April 2026
If shortlisted, you will be notified of the interview date.
Applications should be returned via email to: Maria Nordmann, Deputy Headteacher recruitment@christofidelis.org.uk
The Catholic High School, Chester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. The school is an equal opportunities employer.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Teacher of History to join our school. We are also looking for someone with the ability to also teach Criminology. The successful candidate will be passionate in making a difference for our children. We are looking to recruit a colleague with both the commitment and relevant skills to embody our culture, enthuse students, and help to raise standards throughout the school. The successful candidate will join the school at an exciting time. Having been judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in December 2021, we are eager to continue on our school improvement journey – and we look forward to having you on this journey.
The successful candidate will:
- provide inspirational teaching so that all students make exceptional progress.
- be an outstanding, passionate and highly motivated teacher.
- be committed to extra-curricular activities within the department.
- be able to teach History up to Key Stage 5 and Criminology at Key Stage 5.
Our School
The Catholic High School, Chester is an academy where we all strive for excellence. We have a real sense of community, and being part of the community is incredibly important to us. As part of our school improvement journey, we have clear plans to ensure that outcomes continue to improve. Our team approach is evident in everything that we do, and this has been a key factor in securing school improvement in recent years.
As a Catholic School within the Diocese of Shrewsbury, there is an expectation that the successful candidate will embrace Catholic Life working to demonstrate Catholic Social Teaching in everything that we do.
We firmly believe in the importance of all of our students achieving a Quality First Education, which in turn, enabling our students to believe that they can achieve whatever they want to with hard work, determination and self-motivation.
Our History and Criminology area is a strong one where achievements in all areas of the subject, including GCSE and A level are good. The Curriculum Leader has high standards from all and staff work hard to ensure all students’ progress.
What we offer
You will be an excellent teacher in your own right. You will also be open to development and coaching for not only yourself but to develop those around you.
As part of The Catholic High School, Chester you will be open to opportunities to develop as an individual within the school through our Training Programme. The value of being part of our team should not be underestimated; joining The Catholic High School, Chester will mean that you will be part of a supportive and dedicated group of staff who will invest in your professional development. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your abilities and knowledge whilst working in a supportive environment in conjunction with other very dedicated and professional staff.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact the Head’s PA, Mrs K Shaw on recruitment@christofidelis.org.uk.