Job Description
History Teacher
Location: Northumberland (areas such as Ashington, Morpeth, Bedlington, Blyth, Cramlington and Hexham)Start Date: ASAP | 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 Northumberland and the surrounding area, who are actively seeking a History Teacher to join their Humanities department ASAP. 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 Northumberland 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.#INDDURM