History Teacher Cover

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a passionate History Teacher to cover KS3/KS4 in a thriving East London secondary school from September 2026. The role is an ongoing contract with daily teaching duties and opportunities for professional development.

You'll deliver engaging history lessons, assess progress, differentiate for all learners, and contribute to curriculum development within a supportive pastoral environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching History in a secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for History.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress effectively
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all learners
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Support students in developing critical thinking and analytical skills
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and school leaders
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment

Skills

History subject knowledge

Excellent classroom management

Strong communication skills

Behaviour management

Motivation and student engagement

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: History Teacher Cover
Area: Newham, East London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Ongoing
Salary: Cover Teacher rate (Apply online only) per day
Working hours: 08:15 - 15:15

Brief description

Passionate History Teacher required for a thriving secondary school in East London. Inspire students across KS3 and KS4 within a supportive environment focused on achievement and personal growth.

About the school

A large and successful secondary school serving a diverse community in East London. The school is known for its inclusive culture, strong pastoral support, high expectations, and commitment to student achievement. Staff benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and a collaborative working environment.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable History Teacher to join a well-established Humanities department from September 2026. The successful candidate will teach History across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging and challenging lessons that develop students' historical knowledge, analytical skills, and confidence.

We're looking for a dedicated candidate to:

• Plan and deliver engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress effectively
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all learners
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
• Support students in developing critical thinking and analytical skills
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and school leaders
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

The ideal candidate would have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
• Experience teaching History within a secondary school setting
• Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for History
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• The ability to motivate and engage students
• High expectations of student achievement and conduct
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.