History Teacher

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

Job summary

The Education Network Birmingham is seeking a passionate History Teacher for an Outstanding secondary school in Coventry to start September 2026 on a long-term supply basis.

You will teach History across KS3 to KS5, delivering engaging lessons that develop students' knowledge, analytical skills, and understanding of significant events. You will support GCSE/A Level preparation and progress.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS or be an Early Career Teacher (ECT).
• Experience teaching History across KS3 to KS5.
• Strong subject knowledge and analytical skills.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to supporting student progress and attainment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality History lessons for KS3–KS5.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Uphold high expectations for behaviour and achievement.

Skills

QTS/ECT

History KS3-KS5 experience

Strong subject knowledge

Classroom management

Communication

Commitment to student progress

Education

QTS or ECT status

Job description

History Teacher

Key Details

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

The Role

An Outstanding secondary school in Coventry is seeking a passionate and dedicated History Teacher to join its history department from September 2026 on a long-term supply basis.

The successful candidate will teach History across KS3 to KS5, delivering engaging and well-structured lessons that develop students' historical knowledge, analytical skills, critical thinking, and understanding of significant events and periods. You will support students in making strong progress through their studies, including preparation for GCSE and A Level qualifications.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality lessons, assessing student progress, providing constructive feedback, and maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment. You will uphold high expectations for behaviour and achievement while encouraging students to question, analyse, debate, and develop a genuine interest in History.

The Candidate

• Hold QTS or be an ECT
• Have experience teaching History across KS3 to KS5
• Be confident delivering the secondary History curriculum
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and analytical skills
• Have strong classroom management and organisational skills
• Be committed to supporting student progress and raising attainment
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a genuine passion for History and inspiring young people

The School

The school is an Outstanding secondary school that provides a welcoming and supportive environment with a strong focus on high-quality teaching and student achievement.

Staff benefit from supportive leadership, collaborative working, and opportunities for professional development. The History department is committed to developing students' knowledge, analytical abilities, critical thinking, and enthusiasm for the subject.

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

Due to the number of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

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.

The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.