Job description

Teacher of History
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: January 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS:
£31,650 - £49,084 per annum

Contract Type: Full Time

GSL Education are seeking a Teacher of History for a thriving Secondary school in York starting in January 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for a Teacher looking to start their career in a local school, or an experienced Teacher looking for a reduced timetable and workload.

Teacher of History Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons that align with the national curriculum or exam board specifications.
  • Use a variety of teaching strategies to make the subject matter interesting and accessible.
  • Maintain discipline and create a positive learning environment.
  • Set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
  • Promote good progress and outcomes by pupils.
  • Stay up-to-date with developments in the subject of History.
  • Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Teacher of History Requirements:

  • Hold UK Qualified Teacher Status, with UK-based teaching experience.
  • Hold a relevant Degree at 2:1 or higher.
  • A strong and comprehensive knowledge of history, including current events and developments.
  • Be an excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to innovate, enthuse and use your own initiative.
  • Have a commitment to ongoing personal development and training.
  • Hold an enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered with the update service or be willing to apply a for a new one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks.

If you would like to apply for the position of Teacher of History in York, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education and submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. Alternatively, please visit GSL Education official website to apply online.