History Teacher

Connex Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An excellent secondary school in Harborne seeks a qualified Teacher of History for a full-time position starting September 2025. The role includes teaching History at KS3 and KS4, with planning, marking, and assessment responsibilities. This is an opportunity for experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs), with the potential for a permanent role in January 2025.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay to scale (MPS1 – UPS3)

Access to 19+ free CPD courses via our SEND Toolkit

Wellbeing support and training

Funded professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience teaching History in UK secondary schools is essential.
• Passionate about delivering engaging History education.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Mark and assess in line with departmental and school policies.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Engagement in History education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS

Job description

Teacher of History
Location: Harborne, Birmingham
Salary: £765 – £1,250 per week (MPS1 – UPS3), dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time (5 days per week), September 2025 start – minimum one term
Potential for permanent role from January 2025

About the Role
An excellent secondary school in Harborne is seeking a qualified Teacher of History to join their Humanities department from September 2025. This is a full-time position for at least one full term, with strong potential to become a permanent role from January 2025.

You will be responsible for teaching History at KS3 and KS4, with full planning, marking, and assessment responsibilities. The department is well-established and supportive, making this a fantastic opportunity for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Key Responsibilities:

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

• Mark and assess in line with departmental and school policies

• Support pupil progress and promote engagement in History

• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment

• Contribute to the wider life of the school and department

Person Specification:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS

• Experience teaching History in UK secondary schools is essential

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

• Passionate about delivering engaging and effective History education

• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Who Should Apply?
Our client welcomes applications from:

• Qualified History specialists (QTS/QTLS)

• Humanities teachers with solid KS3 & KS4 History experience

• ECTs with History specialism and school-based experience

What We Offer:

• Weekly PAYE pay to scale (MPS1 – UPS3)

• Opportunity for a permanent role starting January 2025

• Access to 19+ free CPD courses via our SEND Toolkit

• Wellbeing support and training for modern classroom environments

• Funded professional development opportunities (e.g., Level 5 TEFL)

Safeguarding Statement:
All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.