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History Teacher
Job Posted: 15 hours ago
Salary: £ 140 - 261 / Day
Job Type: Permanent Contract , Temporary
Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Expire in: a month
Job Description
History Teacher
Location: Gateshead
Start Date: ASAP or January 2026 | Full-Time | Permanent or Long-Term options available
Salary: £140 - £261.79 per day (DOE)
Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a number of secondary schools across Gateshead and the surrounding area, who are actively seeking a History Teacher to join their Humanities department ASAP or from January 2026. Applications are welcome for temporary, short-term, part-time, full-time, and permanent roles.
What You'll Be Doing:
Teaching engaging History lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with A-Level History opportunities available in some schools)
Planning stimulating lessons that explore key historical periods, events, interpretations, and themes
Encouraging critical thinking, source analysis, and strong written communication
Adapting teaching to support mixed-ability classes and diverse learning needs
Working collaboratively within a supportive Humanities department to share resources and good practice
Supporting or leading extra-curricular activities such as history clubs, heritage projects, or educational trips
About You:
A qualified history teacher (QTS/QTLS or equivalent)
Confident delivering the national curriculum for History and preparing students for GCSE exams (and potentially A-Level)
Passionate about bringing History to life through engaging teaching, meaningful debate, and real-world connections
Committed to helping all students achieve their best through high-quality teaching and support
A team player with a positive contribution to school life
Humanities experience - including Geography, RE, or Citizenship - is a beneficial additional skill, offering flexibility within departments
Early Career Teachers (ECTs) are warmly encouraged to apply, with full induction support provided
What's on Offer:
Full-time teaching roles in well-supported Gateshead secondary schools
Long-term or permanent contracts to suit your career goals
Paid to scale from day one (MPS/UPS), based on experience and additional responsibilities
Opportunities for career development within the Humanities faculty
Access to strong leadership, supportive colleagues, and well-resourced classrooms
Continuous CPD and professional growth opportunities
Professional Development That Works for You:
As part of Tradewind Recruitment, you'll receive free access to education and training via The National College, offering over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses to support your professional development.
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