Details:
- Salary: £175 - 260 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Southampton
- Date: 22 hours ago
Description:
History Teacher - Southampton Secondary School
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-term until July 2027
Salary: £175 - £260 per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Location: Southampton
Job Description
Supply Desk are supporting a well-established secondary school in Southampton in their search for a dedicated History Teacher to join their team as soon as possible.
This is a full-time position teaching History across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the role expected to continue until July 2027. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and challenging History lessons, monitoring student progress, and inspiring students to develop a deeper understanding of historical events, interpretations, and their relevance to the modern world.
Whether you are an experienced History Teacher or an Early Career Teacher (ECT), this represents an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful and supportive school community.
About the School
This highly regarded Southampton secondary school is recognised for its strong values, inclusive culture, and commitment to academic excellence. The school provides education for students aged 11-16, with a thriving sixth form provision, and has a long-standing reputation for achieving strong outcomes and supporting students to reach their full potential. The school's ethos is centred around high expectations, respect, personal development, and creating a welcoming community where every student feels valued and supported.
Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment, excellent professional development opportunities, strong pastoral systems, and clear behaviour expectations. The school places significant emphasis on developing confident, compassionate, and ambitious young people who are equipped to succeed both academically and personally.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality History lessons across KS3 and KS4
Plan, prepare and assess lessons in line with the national curriculum
Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback
Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
Contribute to curriculum development within the Humanities department
Work collaboratively with colleagues to support departmental success
Contribute positively to the wider life of the school
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Strong subject knowledge in History
Experience teaching History at secondary level
Excellent classroom management skills
Passion for raising attainment and inspiring young people
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing
Ability to engage students of varying abilities and backgrounds
Additional Information
Immediate start available
Long-term role until July 2027
Competitive daily rates of pay
Opportunity to work within a high-performing and supportive secondary school
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities
Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate
How to Apply
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Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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