History Teacher – Secondary School – York
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid to scale
A secondary school in York is seeking a passionate History Teacher to join its Humanities department. The school is looking for an engaging educator who can bring historical events to life and encourage students to explore the people, decisions and developments that have shaped the world.
This position would suit a teacher who can deliver interesting lessons, develop students' analytical skills and support them in producing well-structured written work. The successful candidate will teach History across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping pupils build their subject knowledge and prepare for GCSE examinations.
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History Teacher Role
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Teaching History across KS3 and KS4
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Preparing students for GCSE History
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Location: York
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Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid to scale
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Full-time, permanent position
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Immediate start available
History Teacher – Role and Responsibilities
You will plan and deliver lessons covering significant historical periods, events, individuals and social changes. Students will be encouraged to examine evidence, consider different interpretations and develop reasoned explanations of historical developments.
Responsibilities include:
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Planning and delivering engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
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Teaching historical topics in line with the school's curriculum.
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Preparing students for GCSE History assessments and examinations.
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Developing students' source analysis and essay-writing skills.
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Helping pupils understand chronology, cause, consequence and significance.
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Using historical documents, case studies and other resources to support learning.
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Encouraging discussion, independent research and critical thinking.
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Differentiating lessons to meet different learning needs.
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Assessing written work and providing clear feedback.
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Monitoring progress and identifying areas requiring further support.
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Maintaining high standards of behaviour and classroom engagement.
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Working with Humanities colleagues on curriculum planning and resource development.
History Teacher – School Information
The school is based in York and aims to provide students with a broad and challenging education. The History department encourages learners to understand how societies have changed over time and how historical events continue to influence the modern world.
The successful applicant will help students develop confidence in analysing evidence, forming interpretations and communicating their ideas clearly. You will work alongside colleagues to deliver a well-organised curriculum that supports academic progress and encourages curiosity about the past.
History Teacher – Experience and Qualifications
Applicants should:
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Hold QTS or be an eligible Early Career Teacher.
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Have a degree or strong subject knowledge in History.
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Be confident teaching History at secondary level, particularly KS3 and KS4.
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Understand GCSE History curriculum requirements.
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Demonstrate effective lesson planning and classroom management.
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Be able to explain historical concepts clearly.
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Use assessment and feedback to improve student progress.
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Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement.
Salary
The position is paid on the MPS1–UPS3 scale, depending on qualifications and experience.
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