History Teacher

Elementa Support Services; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational recruitment agency in Weston-super-Mare is looking for a passionate History Teacher for a full-time, fixed-term role starting February 2026. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS), with proven experience in teaching History. Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons to GCSE students, planning coursework, and maintaining effective classroom management. The position offers a chance to join a supportive school environment that emphasizes student success and professional development.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Training and support

PAYE contract benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced in secondary history education.
• Proven ability to engage students at the GCSE level.
• Strong understanding of Humanities subjects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging History lessons to students.
• Plan and mark coursework.
• Adapt lessons to diverse learner needs.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability in lesson planning

Knowledge of curriculum

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)

Job description

History Teacher

Location: Weston-super-Mare

Pay: £168.80 - £252.47 per day

Type: Fixed-term contract (term 4)

Hours: Full-time

Start date: 23rd Feb 2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated History Teacher seeking a new opportunity to inspire learners in a supportive educational environment? We are working with a secondary school in Weston-Super-Mare to recruit a qualified History Teacher for a fixed-term position during Term 4. This is an excellent chance to join a committed team within a growing school community that values high standards and student success. The role is suitable for an experienced Teacher with a background in Humanities, particularly History, who holds QTS or QTLS status.

About the Role

Working primarily within a secondary education setting, you will be responsible for delivering engaging History lessons to GCSE level students. The position offers an opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive and professional team, focusing on fostering a love of learning and keen understanding of the curriculum. The role is fixed-term for Term 4, providing stability for the duration of the academic year. This is a full-teaching role, therefore planning and marking will be required. There will also be the requirement to teach some Health and Social Care lessons, which will be part of the regular timetable.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS)
• Proven experience teaching History within a secondary school setting
• Strong knowledge of the secondary curriculum, particularly Humanities and History
• Good classroom management and organisation skills
• Ability to adapt lessons to meet the diverse needs of learners

Contract & recruitment information

Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£64.20) unless you have a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the update service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:

• Weekly pay no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE contract unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
• Training & Support a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
• Fair pay policy our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
• Additional services to support our staff we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.

For more information click apply now below or contact us via phone or email. All applicants will be promptly responded to.