Teacher of History. Job in Canterbury Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of History for long-term positions in Canterbury starting January 2026. This role involves creating lesson plans, fostering appreciation for History, and tracking student progress. Candidates must have QTS or equivalent and experience in teaching KS3 and KS4 History. Competitive salary ranging from £32,916 to £51,047 depending on experience.

Benefits

Access to over 2,500 CPD courses

Flexible working options

Support from an exceptional service team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in teaching History across KS3 and KS4.
• Hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver lesson plans across KS3 and KS4.
• Foster a deep appreciation for History and its relevance.
• Track and monitor progress to ensure students reach their full potential.

Skills

Excellent behaviour management

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Job description

Role: Teacher of History

Location: Canterbury

Start: January 2026

Salary: 32,916 - 51,047 depending on experience

Tradewind Recruitment are actively searching for enthusiastic History Teachers to work long term in a variety of secondary schools in the Canterbury area. The roles are to start in January and will be until Easter in the first instance, full time!

The role

• Create and deliver lesson plans across KS3 and KS4 ensuring all abilities and needs are met
• Foster a deep appreciation for History and its relevance to the modern world
• Track and monitor progress to ensure all students reach their full potential
• Work collaboratively with colleagues within the History Department and across the wider school

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Proven experience in teaching History across KS3 and KS4
• Excellent behaviour management
• Strong communication skills
• Hold or be willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible
• Legal right to work in the UK

Don't miss out on these opportunities - apply now!

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
• Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer 5 times!
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer