History Teacher

The Education Network Birmingham; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network Birmingham is seeking a History Teacher for a good Birmingham secondary, starting September 2026 on a long-term supply basis.

You will teach History to KS3-KS5, deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, and contribute to a supportive humanities department.

The role offers a competitive daily rate of £175-£250, commensurate with experience, and a collaborative school community.

Qualifications

• QTS or a current ECT status is required.
• Experience teaching History across KS3–KS5.
• Confident delivering GCSE and A Level History.
• Strong classroom management and organisation.
• Commitment to supporting student progress and attainment.
• Passion for History and inspiring young people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality History lessons for KS3–KS5.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
• Support curious and independent learning among students.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Student assessment

GCSE/A Level delivery

Education

QTS

ECT

Job description

History Teacher

Key Details

• Position: QTS / ECT History Teacher
• Location: Good secondary school, Birmingham
• Start Date: September 2026
• Contract: Long-term supply
• Salary: £175 - £250 per day (dependent on experience)
• Key Stages: KS3 - KS5

The Role

A Good secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a passionate and dedicated History Teacher to join its Humanities department from September 2026 on a long-term supply basis.

The successful candidate will teach History across KS3, KS4, and KS5, delivering engaging and thought-provoking lessons that develop students' historical knowledge, critical thinking, research, and analytical skills. You will inspire students to explore significant historical events, societies, and perspectives while supporting them in achieving their academic potential.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality lessons, assessing student progress, providing constructive feedback, and creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment. You will maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement while encouraging curiosity, independent learning, and a genuine passion for History.

The Candidate

• Hold QTS or be an ECT
• Have experience teaching History across KS3-KS5
• Be confident delivering GCSE and A Level History
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and organisational skills
• Be committed to supporting student progress and raising attainment
• Have a genuine passion for History and inspiring young people

The School

This Good secondary school in Birmingham offers a supportive and collaborative working environment with a strong focus on high-quality teaching and student achievement.

Staff benefit from supportive leadership, excellent teaching resources, professional development opportunities, and a welcoming school community. The Humanities department is committed to developing students' knowledge, analytical skills, and enthusiasm for the subject.

This is an excellent opportunity for a History Teacher seeking a long-term supply role in Birmingham starting September 2026, offering £175-£250 per day (dependent on experience) and the opportunity to teach KS3-KS5 within a supportive and successful secondary school.

The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.

The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer.