Job title: History Teacher
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: Senior Leader
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Job published: 01-10-2026
Job ID: 124990

Job Description

History Teacher | Southend-on-Sea | ASAP Start | Full-time

An outstanding grammar school in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a passionate and dedicated History Teacher to join its successful Humanities department as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious History Teacher to join a high-achieving academic school with exceptional standards, outstanding behaviour and a strong commitment to academic excellence.

The Role:

  • Work as a History Teacher delivering engaging and challenging lessons across KS3 and KS4.
  • Opportunity for an experienced History Teacher to teach A-Level within the school's successful Sixth Form.
  • Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that inspire pupils and encourage a passion for History.
  • Join a supportive and collaborative department with a strong focus on academic achievement.
  • Maintain the school's excellent standards of teaching, learning and behaviour.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • A qualified History Teacher with UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
  • An enthusiastic and knowledgeable individual with a genuine passion for their subject.
  • An effective History Teacher with strong classroom management skills and high expectations.
  • Confident and able to engage high-achieving pupils and deliver challenging lessons.
  • Ambitious and keen to contribute to an outstanding school community.

Why Apply?

  • Join a grammar school rated Outstanding in all areas.
  • Teach highly motivated, academically ambitious pupils with excellent behaviour.
  • Opportunity to teach A-Level History within a successful Sixth Form.
  • Work alongside experienced colleagues in a high-achieving academic environment.

This History Teacher position is available for an immediate start and offers an exciting opportunity to make an impact in an outstanding school.

If you are a History Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Southend-on-Sea, apply today!

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