Teacher of History

Job Description

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History Teacher

Location: Chorley

Contract: Full-time

Start Date: September 2026

Pay: From £170 per day (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are delighted to be recruiting an enthusiastic and inspiring History Teacher to join a thriving and supportive Humanities department at a thriving secondary school in Chorley. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator who enjoys bringing history to life and inspiring curiosity, critical thinking, and academic excellence in the classroom.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging and creative lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, contributing to a rich and ambitious curriculum while supporting students to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality History lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Create a stimulating, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
• Use effective assessment strategies to track progress and support development
• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development
• Inspire curiosity, analytical thinking, and a love of learning
• Participate in enrichment activities, school events, and wider initiatives

About You

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge with a genuine passion for History
• Ability to engage, motivate, and challenge students of all abilities
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and student welfare
• DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

About the School

• A school with high ambition for pupils, underpinned by a broad and carefully structured curriculum across all subject areas
• Positive behaviour and attitudes to learning – Ofsted recognises pupils as friendly, respectful, and feeling safe within the school environment
• Supportive and approachable leadership team, rated Good by Ofsted, with a clear vision for continued school improvement
• Strong focus on professional development, curriculum refinement, and improving teaching and learning through evidence-informed practice
• Emphasis on personal development and enrichment, including leadership opportunities and a wide range of extra-curricular activities
• A welcoming school culture where staff–student relationships are positive, and teachers are valued as key contributors to school success

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Weekly pay via PAYE
• Supportive and collaborative teaching environment
• Access to bespoke CPD and training opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• A warm, inclusive, and well-led school community

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. xwzovoh For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.