History Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel seeks a passionate History Teacher to support a secondary school in Ashford, Kent. The role involves delivering engaging History lessons, assessing student progress, and contributing to curriculum development. Applicants must hold a degree in History or related field and be fully qualified teachers with UK QTS.

Benefits

Competitive pay with weekly payments via PAYE

Dedicated consultant support

Access to free CPD and professional development

Opportunities for long-term or permanent contracts

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Experience teaching History at secondary level.
• Registered with the DBS or willingness to apply.
• Passion for teaching and inspiring students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Monitor and assess student progress in line with expectations.
• Maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in History or related subject

Fully Qualified Teacher (FQT) with UK QTS

Job description

Teaching Personnel is excited to support a respected secondary school in Ashford, Kent in recruiting a passionate and knowledgeable History Teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated educator to inspire students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 with engaging and thought-provoking History lessons.

You will be responsible for delivering stimulating History lessons that develop students’ understanding of past events, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

• Plan and deliver high-quality History lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Encourage students to engage with historical concepts through enquiry, discussion, and analysis.

• Monitor and assess student progress regularly in line with school and exam board expectations.

• Contribute to curriculum development and extra-curricular opportunities within History.

• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

• Fully Qualified Teacher (FQT) with UK QTS is essential.

• Degree in History or a related subject.

• Experience teaching History at secondary level.

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

• A DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through Teaching Personnel).

• Competitive pay with weekly payments via PAYE.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

• Access to free CPD and professional development through our CPD Academy.

• Opportunities for long-term or permanent contracts and career growth.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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