History Teacher

Vision for Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Teachers is recruiting a History Teacher for a high-performing East London secondary school in Tower Hamlets. The role welcomes Early Career Teachers and experienced educators with a passion for delivering excellent History lessons.

The successful candidate will inspire curiosity about the past and develop students' analytical and critical thinking skills, while upholding safeguarding standards and contributing to a supportive, professional Humanities team.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching History KS3 and KS4; KS5 would be advantageous.
• Strong subject knowledge and ability to bring History to life in the classroom.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging History lessons across Key Stages 3-4; KS5 teaching may be required.
• Inspire students to think critically and analytically about the past.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with the Humanities department and school colleagues to raise outcomes.
• Uphold safeguarding and promote welfare of pupils at all times.

Skills

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

History KS3-4 teaching

KS5 teaching (advantageous)

Strong subject knowledge

Excellent classroom management

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Job description

Position: History Teacher

Location: Tower Hamlets

Start date: January 2027

The Role

Smart Teachers is working in partnership with a high-performing secondary school in East London to recruit an enthusiastic and knowledgeable History Teacher to join its successful Humanities department.

The successful candidate will inspire students through engaging and thought-provoking History lessons, fostering curiosity about the past and helping pupils develop strong analytical, evaluative and critical thinking skills. The role is suitable for both Early Career Teachers and experienced teachers who are passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and achieving excellent outcomes for students.

The School

This ambitious and inclusive secondary school is recognised for its high expectations, supportive culture and commitment to academic excellence. Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment, strong leadership, excellent professional development opportunities and modern teaching facilities. The school has a diverse student community where achievement, respect and aspiration are at the heart of everything it does.

Requirements

The desired History Teacher will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching History across Key Stages 3 and 4. The ability to teach Key Stage 5 would be advantageous.

• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for bringing History to life in the classroom.

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What Smart Teachers Offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates of pay paid via PAYE.

• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).

• Pension contributions.

• Access to free, high-quality CPD through The National College.

• A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support throughout your placement.

• Opportunities to work within a wide network of schools across London.

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

Smart Teachers is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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