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Job Title: History Teacher
Location: South Essex
Start Date: 1 November 2026
Salary: £34,071 - £52,839 per annum (FTE)
Are you a passionate History Teacher who can inspire students to develop a love for history and bring the past to life?
Do you have strong classroom management skills and the ability to deliver engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4?
Are you an adaptable and enthusiastic teacher who would enjoy working in a supportive secondary school, with opportunities to teach across other Humanities subjects?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a small, welcoming secondary school based in South Essex, which is looking to appoint a History Teacher. The school caters for students aged 11-16 and prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student is known, relationships are valued and high expectations are maintained.
The school is looking to take on a dedicated History Teacher on a permanent, full-time basis from November 2026. The successful History Teacher will plan and deliver engaging lessons across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4, supporting students to develop historical knowledge, critical thinking and analytical skills, whilst demonstrating flexibility to teach other Humanities subjects where required.
The successful History Teacher will have:
Qualified Teacher Status / QTS
Strong subject knowledge of History across KS3 and KS4
Experience planning and delivering engaging History lessons within a secondary school
The ability and willingness to teach additional Humanities subjects where required
Excellent classroom management and strong communication skills
A positive, adaptable and enthusiastic approach to teaching, with a commitment to raising student attainment
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
A competitive salary of £34,071 - £52,839 per annum
A welcoming and supportive school environment with strong staff relationships
Weekly professional development sessions and opportunities to develop subject knowledge
Access to evidence-informed teaching resources and professional development tools
Opportunities to contribute to whole-school improvement and wider school activities
A collaborative working environment where staff are encouraged to share ideas and best practice
If you are interested in this permanent History Teacher position, then click 'APPLY NOW' and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
EMAIL: [email protected]
CONTACT NUMBER: 01245 335 533
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