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Permanent

History Teacher

TeacherActive
Chelmsford
money-bag £34071 - £52839/annum
Posted: 16 October 2026 (5 days ago)
Closing date: 15 November 2026
Ref: 225732355

Job Title: History Teacher
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £34,071 - £52,839 + per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Are you a passionate History Teacher looking to take the next step in your career with your first leadership responsibility?

Do you have strong subject knowledge and the ability to inspire students across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and beyond?

Are you an enthusiastic and innovative educator who is committed to raising aspirations and improving student outcomes?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a well-established secondary school based in Southend-on-Sea, who are looking to appoint a History Teacher. The school offers a supportive, forward-thinking learning environment with excellent ICT facilities, specialist teaching resources and a strong commitment to staff development and providing students with an outstanding education.

The school is looking to take on a dedicated History Teacher on a full-time, permanent basis, with responsibility for leading History across Key Stage 3 / KS3. This is an exciting opportunity for a History Teacher looking to take on their first leadership responsibility, working alongside a highly skilled team of subject specialists within a popular department, with the additional opportunity to teach A Level History and/or A Level Politics.

The successful History Teacher will have:

  • Qualified Teacher Status / QTS and a relevant degree in History or a related subject

  • Experience teaching History across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4

  • Excellent subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging and inspiring lessons

  • Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to raising standards of achievement

  • The ability to demonstrate leadership potential and contribute to departmental improvement

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a dynamic, innovative and hardworking approach

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

  • The opportunity to join a skilled, creative and supportive team of teachers and support staff

  • Access to ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

  • The opportunity to take on leadership responsibility and shape the future of History at KS3

  • The chance to work within a well-resourced specialist learning environment with excellent ICT facilities

  • The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation with Training School status

  • The chance to make a real difference to the educational outcomes and aspirations of young people

If you are an enthusiastic History Teacher looking for a permanent opportunity to develop your leadership skills and make a positive impact on students'' learning, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.

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