History Teacher

GSL Education - Kent; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education - Kent is seeking a passionate History Teacher for a long-term, full-time role starting in September 2025 at a well-regarded secondary school in Ashford. This position involves delivering engaging lessons, contributing to a collaborative department, and supporting students' academic and personal development. The role requires QTS and experience teaching History at UK secondary schools.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates of pay

Opportunities for professional development

Personalised support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience teaching History in UK secondary schools, ideally at KS3 and KS4.
• Confident communicator with effective classroom management skills.
• Passionate about supporting student development academically and personally.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging History lessons to Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Inspiring students to develop critical thinking and understanding of historical events.
• Monitoring student progress and providing targeted feedback.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

History Teacher
Location: Ashford
Salary: £120 £250 per day
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Long-term, Full-time

Are you an engaging and passionate History Teacher ready to inspire young minds with the stories of our past?
Do you have the skills to deliver dynamic and impactful lessons that bring history to life for Key Stage 3 and 4 students?

If so, GSL Education Kent are excited to present this excellent opportunity for a qualified History Teacher to join a well-regarded secondary school in Ashford. The role begins in September 2025 and offers the chance to become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking department.

This well-established school in Ashford is known for its strong pastoral care, high academic expectations, and inclusive community values. With a culture that promotes curiosity and resilience, students are encouraged to aim high and embrace a lifelong love of learning. Staff work closely together to ensure a supportive and development-focused environment where every team member is empowered to thrive.

As a History Teacher, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality, engaging History lessons to Key Stage 3 and 4.

• Inspiring students to develop a strong understanding of historical events, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

• Contributing to the wider Humanities department and supporting cross-curricular projects.

• Monitoring student progress and providing targeted feedback to support improvement.

• Maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.

To be considered for the History Teacher role, you must:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Have experience teaching History in UK secondary schools, ideally at KS3 and KS4.

• Be a confident communicator with effective classroom management skills.

• Be passionate about supporting student development both academically and personally.

What GSL Education are offering:

• Competitive daily rates of pay.

• Direct links to schools in Kent and surrounding areas.

• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

If you're ready to bring the past to life as a History Teacher, apply now with your CV or contact Louise at GSL Education Kent to find out more about this exciting History Teacher opportunity in Ashford.