History Teacher – High Achieving Secondary School - Brighton

Marchant Recruitment; Brighton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent CPD and career development

Supportive senior leaders

Outstanding facilities

Positive student culture

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dedicated History Teacher for a high-achieving secondary school in Brighton, starting September 2026. You will deliver engaging lessons across KS3/KS4 and may teach KS5, joining a collaborative department with a strong focus on wellbeing and career progression.

The school offers excellent CPD, supportive leadership, and a positive learning environment. QTS is required, with a genuine passion for education and building strong student relationships.

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 in the History subject.
• Confident teaching KS5 (desirable).
• Excellent subject knowledge and passion for education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured History lessons.
• Teach across KS3 and KS4, with KS5 when appropriate.
• Deliver KS5 lessons where possible.
• Monitor student progress and provide meaningful feedback.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Commitment to teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Make a lasting impact in a school where ambition, achievement and professional development go hand in hand.

A high-performing secondary school in Brighton is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated HistoryTeacher to join its successful teaching team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to delivering outstanding lessons and helping every student reach their full potential.

Whether you are an experienced HistoryTeacher seeking your next challenge or an Early Career HistoryTeacher (ECT) beginning your career, you will be joining a school recognised for its supportive leadership, excellent student behaviour and strong commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression.

The Role

You will deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach Key Stage 5 where appropriate. Working alongside a collaborative and experienced department, you will play an important role in maintaining high academic standards while creating an inclusive and inspiring learning environment for all students.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that inspire and challenge students.
• Teach your specialist subject across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver KS5 lessons where appropriate.
• Monitor student progress and provide meaningful feedback to support achievement.
• Create a positive, inclusive and purposeful classroom environment.
• Differentiate teaching to meet the needs of all learners.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities and departmental initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching and learning.

What the School Offers

• A welcoming, collaborative and forward-thinking department.
• Outstanding teaching facilities and resources.
• Supportive senior leaders who prioritise staff wellbeing.
• Excellent CPD, mentoring and career development opportunities.
• Motivated, respectful students with positive attitudes to learning.
• A culture built on high expectations, inclusion and academic excellence.

About You

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have experience teaching their specialist subject across KS3 and KS4.
• Be confident teaching KS5 (desirable but not essential).
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for education.
• Be committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
• Possess excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Build positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

History Teacher – High Achieving Secondary School - Brighton Brighton, England, United Kingdom