Teacher of History

Sheffield

10 months ago

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Job Title: Teacher of History
Location: Sheffield, S5
Salary Range: £155 - £220 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: Immediate
Contract: Full-time – Until end of the academic year

Do you have a passion for bringing the past to life? A well-regarded secondary school in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable History Teacher to join their humanities department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who can spark curiosity and engage students through dynamic teaching.

Responsibilities:

Deliver creative and engaging lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4.
Plan and assess in line with the national curriculum and school standards.
Support students’ academic progress and inspire a love for historical learning.
Maintain an inclusive and positive classroom environment.
Work collaboratively with department staff and contribute to curriculum development.
Requirements:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Strong subject knowledge in History and experience teaching KS3 & KS4.
Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
Ability to motivate and challenge students of varying abilities.
Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
What We Offer:

Competitive daily rate of £155–£220, depending on experience.
Supportive leadership team and positive staff culture.
Potential for contract extension or long-term placement.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Teacher of History’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Sheffield!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Teacher of History’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch

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