History Teacher: Maternity Cover (KS3-4) in Swaffham

Marchant Recruitment; West End; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is helping a welcoming secondary school in Swaffham, Norfolk find a History Teacher for maternity cover starting January 2027. The role requires delivering engaging History lessons to KS3/KS4 and guiding students in argument development.

You will plan and assess, support source analysis and help maintain a well-sequenced curriculum in coordination with the humanities team. QTS or equivalent is required, with a strong knowledge of the History curriculum.

Qualifications

• Holds QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge and a clear understanding of the History curriculum.
• Can engage learners through discussion, enquiry and structured tasks.
• Establishes positive relationships and consistent classroom routines.
• Can support a smooth transition for students during the cover period.

Responsibilities

• Teach History across KS3 and KS4.
• Plan lessons covering key historical periods, events and interpretations.
• Develop students' source analysis and extended-writing skills.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive assessment feedback.
• Work with humanities colleagues to ensure continuity of learning.

Skills

QTS

Subject knowledge

Student engagement

Assessment feedback

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is helping a welcoming secondary school in Swaffham, Norfolk find a History Teacher for maternity cover starting January 2027. The role requires delivering engaging History lessons to KS3/KS4 and guiding students in argument development.

You will plan and assess, support source analysis and help maintain a well-sequenced curriculum in coordination with the humanities team. QTS or equivalent is required, with a strong knowledge of the History curriculum.