Job Title: History Teacher (QTS or ECT)
Location: Taunton, Somerset
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £140 – £200 per day (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Full-time (role types may vary)
Are you a qualified History Teacher—or an enthusiastic ECT—ready to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of the past?
Are you confident teaching History across KS3–KS4 and committed to delivering high-quality, thought-provoking lessons?
Are you open to exploring new teaching opportunities in the Taunton area from January?
TeacherActive is inviting expressions of interest from History Teachers for upcoming opportunities in secondary schools across Taunton from January 2026. Local schools are anticipating staffing needs within their Humanities departments, making this the perfect time to register your interest and get ahead of new-year demand.
Whether you’re seeking a long-term placement, looking to broaden your experience across different school settings, or hoping to secure a permanent role as opportunities arise, we’d love to hear from you.
You may be a great fit if you:
Hold QTS or are an ECT ready to begin your History teaching career
Have a strong specialism and passion for History and the Humanities
Are confident delivering engaging, structured lessons across KS3–KS4
Have strong behaviour management and a positive, adaptable approach
Enjoy contributing to a collaborative and supportive Humanities department
What You Can Expect:
Access to a variety of upcoming History roles in Taunton secondary schools
Potential for both short-term and long-term placements
Supportive, well-resourced school environments
Opportunities to gain experience, build relationships, and secure future permanent roles
Why Register with TeacherActive?
Competitive daily rates paid via PAYE (no umbrella or hidden deductions)
Free CPD and training through our My-Progression platform
A dedicated consultant available 24/7
£200 referral bonus when you refer another teacher or TA (T&Cs apply)
If you're a passionate History Teacher and want to hear more about January opportunities in Taunton, we’d love to support you.
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services