History Teacher

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Exeter; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Exeter is seeking a dynamic History Teacher to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4. Roles include supply, long-term, and permanent positions, with duties spanning engaging lessons, source-based tasks, and active collaboration with the humanities team.

The ideal candidate will hold a History or Humanities degree with QTS/PGCE and demonstrate excellent communication and passion for historical inquiry. Flexible start dates offered.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in History or Humanities with QTS/PGCE.
• Proven experience teaching History at KS3/KS4 or strong placement evidence for ECTs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A deep passion for historical research and contemporary discussions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver captivating history lessons that encourage students to think like historians and question narratives.
• Design tasks using primary and secondary sources, essays, and historical inquiry.
• Collaborate with the humanities department to share resources and ideas.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback to drive achievement.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Critical thinking

Education

History or Humanities degree with QTS/PGCE

Job description

History Teacher - Exeter

• Role Type: Supply / Long-Term / Permanent

• Location: Exeter

• Salary / Rate: Competitive (Dependent on experience)

• Start Date: Flexible / As soon as possible

Full Description: Bring the past to life and transform history from dates on a page into epic human stories! We are looking for a dynamic, intellectually curious History Teacher to spark curiosity, challenge assumptions, and nurture critical thinking in secondary students. You will guide learners through fascinating historical eras—from local British history to global conflicts and developments—fostering lively classroom debates, strong source analysis, and exceptional written skills. We offer flexible supply options, fixed-term contracts, and permanent roles tailored to suit your lifestyle and career goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver captivating history lessons that encourage students to think like historians and question historical narratives.

• Design stimulating tasks involving primary and secondary source evaluation, essay writing, and historical inquiry.

• Collaborate with an enthusiastic humanities department to share resources and curriculum ideas.

• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to drive academic achievement.

Requirements:

• Relevant degree in History or a Humanities discipline alongside QTS / PGCE.

• Proven experience (or strong placement evidence for ECTs) teaching History at Key Stages 3 and 4.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with an ability to command a room.

• A deep passion for historical research and contemporary historical discussions.