Teacher of History

TN United Kingdom; Erith; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic secondary academy in Thamesmead is seeking a passionate Teacher of History for a full-time, permanent role. The ideal candidate will inspire students, develop critical thinking skills, and contribute to the school's vibrant community. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

FREE child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge and passion for History.
• Proven track record of effective classroom practice and student progress.
• Reflective and proactive approach to teaching and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging and challenging History lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing timely feedback.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Teacher of History – Secondary Academy – Thamesmead

Location: Thamesmead
Position: Teacher of History
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner, if available)
Salary (Actual): £37,913 - £55,494 per year
Grade: MPS/UPS (Depending on experience)

Our client, a dynamic and inclusive secondary academy based in Thamesmead, is seeking a passionate and committed Teacher of History to join their Humanities department on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a forward-thinking school that values high standards, professional development, and creating engaging learning experiences for all students. The successful candidate will inspire a love of History and support pupils in developing strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver engaging and challenging History lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (and KS5 if applicable)

Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes progress for all pupils

Assess and monitor student progress, providing timely and effective feedback

Contribute to curriculum development and departmental planning

Engage in the wider life of the school, including enrichment and extra-curricular activities

Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to a strong team ethos

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

A strong subject knowledge and passion for History

A proven track record of effective classroom practice and student progress

Excellent communication and organisational skills

A reflective and proactive approach to teaching and professional development

Please note: Our client does not offer sponsorship.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.