History Teacher

Cover People; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cover People is seeking a History Teacher to join a secondary school in Altrincham on a long-term basis. You will deliver engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4, developing pupils' knowledge and analytical skills while maintaining high behavioural standards.

The role requires QTS or equivalent and recent secondary experience, with a professional, enthusiastic approach and strong planning abilities to support pupil progress.

Qualifications

• QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
• Recent experience teaching History at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge across the History curriculum.
• Confidence teaching across KS3 and KS4.
• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A reliable, professional and enthusiastic approach.
• A genuine commitment to supporting pupils' academic progress.

Responsibilities

• Teaching History across KS3 and KS4.
• Delivering lessons covering different historical periods, events and civilisations.
• Developing pupils' understanding of chronology, historical enquiry and cause and consequence.
• Encouraging critical thinking and the interpretation of historical sources.
• Planning and preparing engaging lessons in line with the curriculum.
• Adapting activities to suit different abilities and learning needs.
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and positive classroom routines.
• Assessing pupil understanding and providing constructive feedback.
• Encouraging discussion, independent thinking and active participation.
• Working collaboratively with other teaching staff to support pupil progress.

Skills

QTS

History knowledge

KS3/KS4

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Communication skills

Organization

Enthusiastic approach

Education

QTS or teaching qualification

Job description

History Teacher

Location: Altrincham
Start Date: ASAP
Role: Long-term
Pay: £140 £190 per day, depending on experience

Cover People are currently recruiting an enthusiastic and knowledgeable History Teacher to join a secondary school in Altrincham on a long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teacher with a passion for History who can bring the subject to life, encourage curiosity and help pupils develop a deeper understanding of significant historical events and periods.

About the School

The school offers a broad and ambitious secondary curriculum, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement, personal development and high expectations for all pupils. It aims to create an environment where students are encouraged to work hard, develop their individual strengths and take an active interest in their learning. Staff place importance on inclusive teaching, positive relationships and helping pupils achieve their potential.

The Role

You will deliver engaging History lessons across the secondary age range, helping pupils develop their historical knowledge, analytical skills and understanding of the past.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Teaching History across KS3 and KS4.

• Delivering lessons covering different historical periods, events and civilisations.

• Developing pupils' understanding of chronology, historical enquiry and cause and consequence.

• Encouraging critical thinking and the interpretation of historical sources.

• Planning and preparing engaging lessons in line with the curriculum.

• Adapting activities to suit different abilities and learning needs.

• Maintaining high standards of behaviour and positive classroom routines.

• Assessing pupil understanding and providing constructive feedback.

• Encouraging discussion, independent thinking and active participation.

• Working collaboratively with other teaching staff to support pupil progress.

About You

We're looking for a confident and committed History Teacher who can deliver engaging lessons and establish positive relationships with secondary-aged pupils.

You should have:

• QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.

• Recent experience teaching History at secondary level.

• Strong subject knowledge across the History curriculum.

• Confidence teaching across KS3 and KS4.

• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills.

• The ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• A reliable, professional and enthusiastic approach.

• A genuine commitment to supporting pupils' academic progress.

Both Early Career Teachers and experienced History Teachers are encouraged to apply.

Why Apply?

• Long-term teaching opportunity in a secondary school.

• £140 £190 per day, depending on experience.

• Opportunity to take ownership of teaching and pupil progress.

• Work within an ambitious and supportive school environment.

• Ongoing support from your Cover People consultant.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.