Teacher of History

Clarence Recruitment Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarence Recruitment Limited is aiding Leicester secondary school in recruiting a History Teacher for a long‑term role starting ASAP. The post covers KS3/KS4 including GCSE, with a focus on delivering engaging lessons, high expectations for behaviour and progress, and contributing to the Humanities department.

The school seeks a candidate with QTS or equivalent, a History degree, strong subject knowledge, and the ability to inspire students.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• A degree in History or a closely related subject.
• Strong historical subject knowledge.
• Experience teaching History within a secondary school.
• Confidence teaching KS3 and GCSE History.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to plan engaging and appropriately challenging lessons.
• A passion for History and the ability to inspire that same enthusiasm in students.
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of young people.
• ECTs are encouraged to apply.
• Experience teaching History at KS5 would be advantageous but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Teach and support students working towards GCSE History
• Bring historical events, people and periods to life through creative and thought‑provoking teaching
• Encourage students to develop strong skills in historical enquiry, source analysis, interpretation and evaluation
• Develop students' confidence in extended writing and examination technique
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students with different abilities and learning styles
• Monitor progress and use assessment effectively to identify areas for development
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the History and Humanities department
• Contribute to curriculum planning, resources and departmental development
• Support revision sessions, interventions and enrichment opportunities where required

Skills

QTS or equivalent

History subject knowledge

KS3/KS4 teaching experience

Behaviour management

Education

History degree or closely related subject

Job description

History Teacher – Long-Term Position

Location: Leicester

Contract: Long-term

Salary: £179 - £255 per day

Start Date: ASAP

Are you a passionate History Teacher looking for your next long-term opportunity in Leicester?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and engaging Teacher of History to join a secondary school in Leicester on a long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced History Teacher or ambitious ECT who can bring the subject to life, encourage students to question the past and help young people understand how historical events continue to shape the world around them.

You will be teaching History across KS3 and KS4, including GCSE classes, as part of a supportive Humanities department. The school is looking for a teacher who can deliver interesting, well‑structured lessons while maintaining high expectations for behaviour, progress and achievement.

The Role

• Plan and deliver engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Teach and support students working towards GCSE History
• Bring historical events, people and periods to life through creative and thought‑provoking teaching
• Encourage students to develop strong skills in historical enquiry, source analysis, interpretation and evaluation
• Develop students' confidence in extended writing and examination technique
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students with different abilities and learning styles
• Monitor progress and use assessment effectively to identify areas for development
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the History and Humanities department
• Contribute to curriculum planning, resources and departmental development
• Support revision sessions, interventions and enrichment opportunities where required

What We Are Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
• A degree in History or a closely related subject
• Strong historical subject knowledge
• Experience teaching History within a secondary schoolConfidence teaching KS3 and GCSE History
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• The ability to plan engaging and appropriately challenging lessons
• A passion for History and the ability to inspire that same enthusiasm in students
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of young people

ECTs are encouraged to apply.

Experience teaching History at KS5 would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Long‑term History teaching position in Leicester
• Competitive daily rate of £179 - £255, depending on experience and qualifications
• Consistent timetable and long‑term stability
• Opportunity to become an established member of the department
• Supportive secondary school environment
• Opportunity to teach both KS3 and GCSE History
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Potential for the position to develop further for the right candidate

Meet Your Consultant

Your dedicated consultant, Alan, has more than 15 years' experience within education recruitment and the education sector. As a qualified teacher with QTS, he understands first‑hand the realities of the classroom and what teachers should expect from their recruitment consultant.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be expected to share this commitment.

All placements are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS, identity and right‑to‑work verification, references, qualification checks and any other relevant safeguarding or compliance requirements