Politics & History Teacher. Job in Nottinghamshire Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A respected Catholic school in Nottingham seeks a dedicated Politics & History Teacher for full-time engagement starting in September. The role involves teaching A-Level Politics and KS3/KS4 History, fostering critical thinking, and contributing to department initiatives in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have QTS and a relevant degree, and will share a passion for political literacy and historical rigour.

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.
• Passionate about storytelling, political literacy, and historical accuracy.
• Open to both ECTs and experienced practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS3 and KS4 History with clarity, creativity, and historical rigour.
• Deliver A-Level Politics covering UK Government and Political Ideologies.
• Track student progress and adapt teaching to meet diverse needs.

Skills

Political literacy

Historical accuracy

Critical thinking

Creativity

Education

QTS

Relevant degree in History, Politics or related subject

Job description

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.