History Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a qualified History Teacher to join secondary schools in Gateshead. This role offers the opportunity to teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with engaging lesson plans and support for students. The position allows for career development and is suitable for Early Career Teachers. Comprehensive professional development is available, with contracts tailored to suit individual career goals.

Benefits

Paid to scale from day one (MPS/UPS)

Opportunities for career development

Free access to CPD-accredited courses

Qualifications

• Deliver engaging History lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Plan stimulating lessons exploring historical themes.
• Encourage critical thinking and source analysis.

Responsibilities

• Teach History to diverse learning groups.
• Support or lead extra-curricular history activities.

Skills

Qualified history teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)

Confident delivering the national curriculum

Passionate about engaging teaching

Strong communication skills

Team player

Experience in Humanities

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

History Teacher

Location: Gateshead

Start Date: ASAP or January 2026 | Full‑Time | Permanent or Long‑Term options available

Salary: £140 - £261.79 per day (DOE)

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a number of secondary schools across Gateshead and the surrounding area, who are actively seeking a History Teacher to join their Humanities department ASAP or from January 2026. Applications are welcome for temporary, short‑term, part‑time, full‑time, and permanent roles.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Teaching engaging History lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with A‑Level History opportunities available in some schools)
• Planning stimulating lessons that explore key historical periods, events, interpretations, and themes
• Encouraging critical thinking, source analysis, and strong written communication
• Adapting teaching to support mixed‑ability classes and diverse learning needs
• Working collaboratively within a supportive Humanities department to share resources and good practice
• Supporting or leading extra‑curricular activities such as history clubs, heritage projects, or educational trips

About You:

• A qualified history teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
• Confident delivering the national curriculum for History and preparing students for GCSE exams (and potentially A‑Level)
• Passionate about bringing History to life through engaging teaching, meaningful debate, and real‑world connections
• Committed to helping all students achieve their best through high‑quality teaching and support
• A team player with a positive contribution to school life
• Humanities experience – including Geography, RE, or Citizenship – is a beneficial additional skill, offering flexibility within departments
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly encouraged to apply, with full induction support provided

What's on Offer:

• Full‑time teaching roles in well‑supported Gateshead secondary schools
• Long‑term or permanent contracts to suit your career goals
• Paid to scale from day one (MPS/UPS), based on experience and additional responsibilities
• Opportunities for career development within the Humanities faculty
• Access to strong leadership, supportive colleagues, and well‑resourced classrooms
• Continuous CPD and professional growth opportunities

Professional Development That Works for You:

As part of Tradewind Recruitment, you'll receive free access to education and training via The National College, offering over 2,500 CPD‑accredited courses to support your professional development.