Freelance Short Term Project - Content Writer Primary History

Twinkl Ltd.; Sheffield; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Twinkl Ltd. is seeking a freelance Content Writer to develop Primary History curriculum materials aligned to the English National Curriculum. You will independently own a fixed set of 13 deliverables over a five-week period, using provided templates and style guides, and manage deadlines with flexible hours.

You will be paid £250 fixed for the project upon successful completion and sign-off. This role is UK-based with remote/home working, requiring residency in the UK and unrestricted right to

Qualifications

• Formal English primary teacher qualification (e.g., BEd or PGCE) and UK residency.
• Proven experience teaching primary History or leading History initiatives.
• Ability to manage a 5-week project and deliver 13 resources independently.
• Own tools and reliable internet connection.

Responsibilities

• Draft 13 curriculum-aligned resources (2 PPTs, 2 Display Poster Packs, 9 Activity Sheets).
• Ensure alignment with the 2014 National Curriculum and Twinkl style guides.
• Manage schedule to meet the 5-week deadline.
• Deliver high-quality content with independent ownership of the Windrush-focused content.

Skills

Primary History teaching

Project management

Time management

Education

BEd/PGCE (English Primary)

Tools

Word processing software

Reliable computer

Job description

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Freelance Short Term Project - Content Writer Primary History

Job Reference twinkl/TP/27864/1587

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Contract

Freelance Short-Term Independent Contractor Project

Working Hours:

0

Location:

Sheffield

Closing Date:

09/09/2026

Job Category:

Operations

Region / Division:

Not Applicable

Business Unit:

Not Applicable

Job Introduction

Content Writer - Freelance Short-Term Project

Location: UK - 100% Remote / Home Working (Must permanently reside in UK and hold unrestricted right to work to apply)
Project Fee: £250 Fixed Fee
Contract: Freelance Short-Term Independent Contractor Project

About the Role

This is an excellent freelance opportunity for an experienced educator and Content Writer who enjoys balancing high-quality curriculum development with efficient, independent delivery.

As a Freelance Content Writer, you will work independently to bring the primary History English National Curriculum to life, drafting engaging, curriculum-aligned educational materials. You will take complete ownership of a set allocation of 13 deliverables over a fixed 5-week period. You will be provided with all relevant templates and style guides and can work flexibly to meet the deadlines. You will receive the full project payment upon successful completion of the work.

In this role, you'll:

We are currently looking for 1 Freelance Content Writer to join our Content Development team, taking independent ownership of:

• The Windrush Experience: Create content focused on The Windrush generation, covering why the passengers made their journey on the Windrush, their experience of life in Britain, the impact of this generation on British society, significant individuals who made this journey, and celebrating their legacy in Britain.
• Deliverables: 2 PPTs (20-30 slides each, KS2), 2 Display Poster Packs (10 posters each, KS2), 9 Activity Sheets (2-5 pages each, 3x KS1 and 6x KS2). Total: 13 resources.
• Execute high-quality educational content writing that directly aligns with the 2014 National Curriculum and follows provided Twinkl style guides.
• Manage your own schedule and delivery timeline independently to ensure all 13 assigned resources are completed by the 5-week project deadline.

What You'll Need to Succeed

We are looking for an independent freelancer who combines deep knowledge of primary History teaching expertise with a self-motivated, structured approach to meeting project deadlines.

You'll bring:

• Essential: A formal English primary teacher qualification e.g. BEd, PGCE.
• Essential: Proven teaching experience of primary History teaching or leadership roles.
• Essential: A permanent residency in the UK
• Essential: Your own tools, including a reliable computer, stable internet connection, and standard word processing software.

How We'll Look After You

As this is a short-term, independent freelancer project, standard permanent employee benefits do not apply.

Instead, we offer independent contractors:

• Complete Flexibility: Choose your own working hours and structure your time, provided project deadlines are met.
• Streamlined Payments: A guaranteed fee paid promptly upon successful completion and sign-off of your project deliverables.
• Global Impact: The opportunity to add an international, award-winning educational publisher to your freelance portfolio.
  

About us

At Twinkl, we believe every child deserves to feel loved, supported, and inspired to learn. Created by experienced educators for educators, our mission is simple: to help those who teach by transforming lives through education.

Trusted by teaching communities worldwide, Twinkl provides instant access to an award-winning library of over 1 million digital and printable resources. Supporting learners from birth through secondary education, our collection spans everything from daily lesson planning and assessments to leadership and wellbeing tools.

We evolve alongside the classroom, adding fresh content daily. If you can't find exactly what you need, just ask. Our world-class customer service team will create bespoke resources just for you, allowing you to focus on what matters most: inspiring your learners.

Whoever you are, whatever you teach, Twinkl is here for you