Job descriptionStart Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale History Teacher An ambitious Secondary School in Newcastle is seeking a professional and highly organised History Teacher to join their experienced Humanities team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where teaching staff play an essential role in the smooth academic operation of the school. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day instructional support across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, focusing on historical inquiry, source analysis, and chronological evaluation. Responsibilities will include maintaining student progress records, updating school tracking systems, managing departmental correspondence, supporting attendance administration, and assisting with the organisation of historical site visits, museum excursions, and extracurricular history clubs. You will also support communication with parents, students, and external academic bodies while ensuring that information is handled professionally and confidently at all times. Strong organisational skills are essential, as the role requires the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage multiple responsibilities within a busy school environment. The school is looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and able to work efficiently both independently and as part of a collaborative humanities faculty. Good IT skills and confidence using digital learning frameworks are important, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing school community where teaching staff are highly valued and staff wellbeing and professional development are prioritised. School Information This is an 11 to 18 well-established School in Newcastle with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing, and continuous improvement. The school serves a vibrant community and is known for its supportive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice. Students are respectful, motivated, and eager to succeed, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. Requirements Previous teaching or relevant instructional experience in History up to GCSE and A-Level Strong organisational and communication skills Good IT and data management skills Professional and proactive approach to monitoring student tracking systems Ability to work effectively in a busy environment Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.
