History Teacher

Supply Desk Ltd; St Albans; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd is seeking a History Teacher for a St Albans secondary school. The role covers KS3 and KS4 (KS5 if able) and focuses on delivering engaging History lessons that spark curiosity about the past and its impact on the world.

Starting January 2027, this full-time, temporary-to-permanent position offers a salary between £35,602 and £48,479. A QTS or equivalent, prior History teaching experience, and strong classroom management are required, with enhanced DBS checks.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent required.
• Experience teaching History.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging history lessons.
• Encourage critical thinking and enquiry skills.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Create a stimulating and inclusive classroom.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enrich the curriculum.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Creative

Proactive

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Bring History to Life: History Teacher – St Albans

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent

Salary: £35,602 to £48,479

Do you enjoy bringing the past to life for young learners? A St Albans secondary school is seeking a History Teacher to create engaging lessons that foster curiosity and understanding of the world.

The Role at a Glance

Teach History across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 if able), helping pupils explore events, people, and societies from the past.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Planning and delivering engaging history lessons
• Encouraging critical thinking and enquiry skills
• Monitoring progress and providing constructive feedback
• Creating a stimulating and inclusive classroom
• Collaborating with colleagues to enrich the curriculum

Who We’re Looking For

• QTS or equivalent
• Experience teaching History
• Enthusiastic, creative, and proactive
• Strong classroom management and communication skills

We are fully committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks