History Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Burnley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a History Teacher for a Burnley school on a temporary, full-time basis from October 2026 to December 2026, with a high likelihood of extension.

The role involves delivering engaging history lessons to mixed-ability classes of up to 30 students, upholding high standards of safeguarding and professional growth within a supportive faculty.

Join a school rated outstanding by Ofsted, renowned for its ethos and student achievement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (UK) and history specialism.
• Experience teaching history to mixed-ability classes.
• Safeguarding and strong classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging history lessons to mixed-ability groups.
• Manage classes of up to 30 students.
• Promote equal opportunities for all learners.
• Create a positive, supportive classroom environment.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare compliance.

Skills

Passion for history

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Differentiated instruction

Student engagement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Position: History Teacher

Location: Burnley

Start Date: October 2026 (until December 2026, with possibility of extension)

Contract Type: Temporary, full-time

We are excited to present a fantastic opportunity for a History Teacher seeking a new challenge! Our client, a reputable school in the Burnley area, is looking for a History Teacher to join their team starting from October 2026 until December 2026, with a high likelihood of extension.

This school is rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted and takes pride in bringing out the best in everyone, including students, staff, and parents. They are searching for a teacher who shares their ethos, values, and high aspirations for student achievement and development. You will be joining a supportive faculty that is eager to assist in your professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a genuine passion and enthusiasm for teaching history.
• Create engaging and enjoyable lessons suitable for students of varying learning abilities.
• Feel confident teaching classes of up to 30 students.
• Ensure all students have equal opportunities to reach their full potential.
• Foster a positive classroom environment through a friendly and personable approach.

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.

• We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training.
• All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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