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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

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.