History Teacher
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Wakefield, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Wakefield, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Secondary Education - Teacher |
| Salary | £168 - £232 per day |
| Start Date | January 2026 |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | HIS25_1763877603 |
| Job Views | 2 |
- Description
Veritas Education is seeking a passionate and dedicated History Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Wakefield from January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic educator to inspire students and deliver engaging lessons that bring history to life.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver high-quality History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
- Prepare students for GCSE examinations, ensuring progress and attainment.
- Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports learning.
- Assess, monitor, and report on student progress in line with school policies.
- Contribute to departmental meetings and whole-school initiatives.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Strong subject knowledge in History and a passion for teaching.
- Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 History in a UK secondary school.
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate students of all abilities.
Why Join Veritas Education?
- Paid to scale from day 1.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to CPD opportunities.
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles.
How to Apply: If you are an enthusiastic History Teacher looking for a new challenge in January, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV to tbrady@veritas-education or call 0113 403 2200 for more information.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
- Experience
- Previous experience teaching History or Humanities in a secondary school
- Qualifications
- PGCE with QTS is preferable but relevant experience will be considered
