History Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a History Teacher to cover daily supply, short-term and long-term opportunities across secondary schools in South Yorkshire, including Sheffield.

The role offers flexible work across Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham and surrounding areas with responsibilities KS3–KS4 delivery, GCSE preparation and progress tracking. A dedicated consultant supports your placement and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• QTS or relevant teaching experience.
• Strong subject knowledge across History.
• Experience teaching History at secondary level.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to engage, motivate and inspire students.
• Flexible, reliable and professional approach.
• ECTs are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging and well-structured History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Planning and adapting lessons to meet the needs of different abilities.
• Preparing students for GCSE examinations and supporting academic progress.
• Creating an engaging classroom environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
• Managing behaviour effectively and maintaining high expectations.
• Assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and school leadership teams.
• Inspiring students to develop a strong understanding and appreciation of History.

Skills

History knowledge

Classroom management

Student engagement

Motivation & inspiration

Flexible & professional

ECTs welcome

Education

QTS or relevant teaching experience

Job description

Location: Sheffield
Salary: £140 – £240 per day, depending on experience
Contract: Daily Supply, Short-Term & Long-Term Opportunities
Start Date: September 2026
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Are you a passionate and enthusiastic History Teacher looking for your next opportunity? Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting dedicated History Teachers to work across a range of secondary schools throughout South Yorkshire.

Whether you're looking for flexible daily supply, a long-term position or your next permanent role, we have a variety of opportunities available to suit your experience, availability and career goals.

As a History Teacher working through Teaching Personnel, you could be supporting schools across Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham and the surrounding areas. Your responsibilities may include:

• Delivering engaging and well-structured History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Planning and adapting lessons to meet the needs of different abilities.
• Preparing students for GCSE examinations and supporting academic progress.
• Creating an engaging classroom environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
• Managing behaviour effectively and maintaining high expectations.
• Assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and school leadership teams.
• Inspiring students to develop a strong understanding and appreciation of History.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching experience.
• Strong subject knowledge across History.
• Experience teaching History at secondary level.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to engage, motivate and inspire students.
• A flexible, reliable and professional approach.
• ECTs are welcome to apply.

• Competitive daily rates based on experience and role.
• Access to daily supply, short-term and long-term positions.
• Opportunities across schools throughout South Yorkshire.
• A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placement.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible work to fit around your availability.
• Opportunities to secure longer-term and permanent positions.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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