History Teacher | Independent-Style Learning Environment | Beccles, Suffolk

Marchant Recruitment; Paglesham East End; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a welcoming secondary school in Beccles, Suffolk, to recruit a knowledgeable History Teacher to join the humanities team on a fixed-term basis. The role covers KS3 and KS4, with a focus on chronology, source analysis and interpretation.

You will have QTS or equivalent, strong historical knowledge, and the ability to make complex ideas accessible while fostering evidence-based discussion.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Demonstrates strong historical subject knowledge.
• Can make complex historical concepts accessible to different learners.
• Encourages thoughtful discussion and evidence-based arguments.
• Is available to begin at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Teach History across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan lessons that develop chronology, source analysis and historical interpretation.
• Cover key periods, significant individuals and major historical developments.
• Prepare students for written assessments and GCSE examination questions.
• Work with humanities colleagues to maintain engaging and well-sequenced curriculum materials.

Skills

History knowledge

QTS

GCSE preparation

Lesson planning

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Role: Teacher of History
Location: Beccles, Suffolk
Contract: Full-Time, Fixed-Term
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

A welcoming secondary school in Beccles is seeking a knowledgeable History Teacher to join its humanities team as soon as possible. The school is looking for someone who can bring historical events to life, encourage independent enquiry and help students develop a deeper understanding of the forces that have shaped the modern world.

The Role

• Teach History across KS3 and KS4.


• Plan lessons that develop chronology, source analysis and historical interpretation.


• Cover key periods, significant individuals and major historical developments.


• Prepare students for written assessments and GCSE examination questions.


• Work with humanities colleagues to maintain engaging and well-sequenced curriculum materials.

The Candidate

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.


• Demonstrates strong historical subject knowledge.


• Can make complex historical concepts accessible to different learners.


• Encourages thoughtful discussion and evidence-based arguments.


• Is available to begin at short notice.

The Environment

The school promotes a culture of curiosity, high expectations and positive relationships. The humanities team values shared planning and offers access to established teaching resources to support a smooth transition into the role. This fixed-term opportunity would suit a teacher looking to make an immediate contribution while developing their classroom experience.