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History Teacher

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 34,000 - 52,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Brentwood, Essex

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Are you a passionate History Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity in a secondary school in Brentwood?

Do you have strong subject knowledge and a passion for bringing the past to life, inspiring students to develop critical thinking, curiosity and a deeper understanding of the world around them?

Are you ready to join a supportive and forward-thinking school where your teaching can make a real impact?

Brentwood, Essex
 September 2026
 Secondary School - History Teacher
 Monday - Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
 Pay: MPS/UPS (depending on experience)
 Applications close: 30/08/26
 Interviews: CVs are being reviewed throughout the Summer Term, with interviews and trial days taking place ahead of September. Successful candidates will be onboarded ready for the new academic year.

We are working with a well-regarded secondary school in Brentwood, rated GOOD by Ofsted, that is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic QTS History Teacher. The school is committed to delivering a broad and engaging Humanities curriculum, encouraging students to think critically, analyse historical events and develop a lifelong appreciation of history.

Job Overview:

This school caters for students aged 11-16.
Full-time, Monday - Friday, History Teacher.
Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
Inspire students through creative and thought-provoking teaching that develops historical knowledge, analytical skills and independent thinking.
Assess, monitor and track student progress to ensure strong attainment and positive outcomes.
Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment where all students can succeed.
Work collaboratively with the Humanities department and wider school team.
Contribute to curriculum development, intervention programmes and enrichment opportunities, including educational visits and extracurricular activities where appropriate. 

This History Teacher role in Brentwood offers the opportunity to work within a supportive and ambitious school that values both student achievement and staff development.

What we're looking for:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
A degree in History or a closely related subject.
Experience teaching History across KS3 and KS4 within a secondary school.
A passion for History and the ability to engage, motivate and challenge learners of all abilities.
Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
A proactive, positive and collaborative approach to teaching and learning.
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one). 

What's next?

Click "Apply Now" and, if your application is successful, you will be contacted for an initial telephone call to discuss the role in more detail.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy

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