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Moulsham High School is a thriving, inclusive community that welcomes students, parents, staff and visitors from all backgrounds. Our ethos is for students of all abilities and backgrounds to feel valued so that they can reach their potential, not only academically but also as well-rounded individuals who are prepared for life in the modern world and can contribute positively to their local and wider communities.

We are a high performing comprehensive school where the quality of education is outstanding. 2023's G.C.S.E. results put us in the top 16% of all schools nationally. Teaching and learning is at the heart of all we do and the professional development of our staff is a priority. Behaviour is calm and the atmosphere is productive and purposeful, making it an enjoyable place to be.
However Moulsham High School never stands still; we are forward looking and believe that the best is yet to come.

Moulsham High School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE & ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child's journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy. Bridge Academy Trust is committed to its people strategy and prioritises staff's development to ensure they too can enjoy, enrich, achieve and aspire.

About the role:

We are looking for a well-qualified,passionateand committedHistoryteacher, who values continuingprofessionaldevelopment, to join ourhighly successfuland innovativeHumanities faculty. Thisisa superb opportunityto be part of a team who consistently deliver aquality of educationwhichisexceptionaland is suitable for either an Early Career Entry Teacher oramoreexperienced practitioner.

History is led by a highly experienced and successful Head of Faculty andis taught in five classrooms which areadjacent toeach other.They havedirect access to a suite of thirty computers which are for the sole use of the Humanities subjects.Take upfor historyat KS4 and KS5 isextremely high; itis one of the most popular optionsatbothkey stages.The successful candidate willteachHistoryup to and including G.C.S.E.A level teaching mayalsobe available.TheHumanitiesFaculty also offers A Level Government and Politics.

This post is subject to an enhancedDBS check and is notopen toanyone who has been barred in any way from working with children.

Visits to the school prior to application are welcome and can be arranged usingthe contact details below.

Bridge Academy Trust may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Work Schedule:

0.8/1FTE

Permanent

How to Apply:
To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Moulsham High School.

Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to Tina Mayo , Headteachers PA tmayo@moulshamhigh.org

Closing Date: Friday 7th November 2025, at Midnight

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Further details are available from t: 01245260101 e: admin@moulshamhigh.org w: moulshamhigh.org

This trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful, an enhanced DBS check would be sought. The Bridge Academy trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.

Information about the School

Moulsham High School is a thriving, inclusive community that welcomes students, parents, staff and visitors from all backgrounds. Our ethos is for students of all abilities and backgrounds to feel valued so that they can reach their potential, not only as students but also as well -rounded individuals who are prepared for life in the modern world and can contribute positively to their local and wider communities.

We are a high performing comprehensive school where the quality of education is outstanding and the 'behaviour is calm and the atmosphere is productive and positive, making it a nice place to be.’ (Ofsted 2020).

Moulsham High School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust: a collegiate and collaborative Trust, where, first and foremost, each school is a place of (high quality) learning, where young people ENJOY, ENRICH, ACHIEVE, ASPIRE. The core purpose is to provide high quality continuity of every child’s journey through education from 3 to 19, with a community and school-led school improvement approach and long-term sustainable strategy.

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.