Politics & History Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Nottingham is seeking a dedicated Politics & History Teacher to inspire students and deliver impactful lessons from September. This full-time position involves teaching A-Level Politics and KS3 & KS4 History, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes critical thinking and debate.

Benefits

Access to 2,500+ FREE CPD courses via The National College

Generous referral bonuses

Full interview preparation and ongoing career support

Qualifications

• Holds QTS and a relevant degree in History, Politics, or a related subject.
• Open to both ECTs and experienced practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS3 and KS4 History with clarity, creativity, and historical rigour.
• Deliver A-Level Politics curriculum including UK Government and Political Ideologies.
• Encourage critical thinking, debate, and civic engagement.

Skills

Passion for storytelling

Political literacy

Historical accuracy

Education

QTS

Degree in History, Politics, or a related subject

Job description

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Location: Good-rated Catholic school in Nottingham (part of a respected multi-academy trust)
Role: A-Level Politics (Y12 & Y13 - approx. 10 hrs/week) + KS3 & KS4 History
Contract: Full-Time
Pay: 165- 235 per day (dependent on experience)

Politics & History Teacher - Nottingham

Location: Good-rated Catholic school in Nottingham (part of a respected multi-academy trust)
Role: A-Level Politics (Y12 & Y13 - approx. 10 hrs/week) + KS3 & KS4 History
Contract: Full-Time
Pay: 165- 235 per day (dependent on experience)

Inspire the Next Generation of Thinkers and Leaders

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a values-led secondary school in Nottingham to appoint a passionate and knowledgeable Politics & History Teacher from September. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver impactful lessons in a well-regarded department, with a strong sixth form and supportive ethos.

What You'll Be Doing

• Teach KS3 and KS4 History with clarity, creativity, and historical rigour.

• Deliver A-Level Politics (Edexcel spec) - covering UK Government, Political Ideologies, and Comparative Politics.

• Encourage critical thinking, debate, and civic engagement.

• Track student progress and adapt teaching to meet diverse needs.

• Contribute to department planning and enrichment activities.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds QTS and a relevant degree in History, Politics, or a related subject.

• Passionate about storytelling, political literacy, and historical accuracy.

• Builds excellent rapport with students across age ranges.

• Open to both ECTs and experienced practitioners.

Why This School?

• Part of a highly regarded Catholic multi-academy trust with over 180 years of educational heritage.

• Rated 'Good' by Ofsted and praised for its inclusive ethos and student support.

• Sixth Form of 200 students with a strong academic and values-driven culture.

• Actively promotes British values and democratic principles across the curriculum.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive daily rates based on experience and qualifications

• Access to 2,500+ FREE CPD courses via The National College

• Generous referral bonuses

• Simple, user-friendly online portal for timesheets and availability

• Full interview preparation and ongoing career support

• A real opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' personal and academic growth

Apply today!
Send your CV to Will at (url removed)
Or call the Nottingham office on (phone number removed) for more information.

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