Secondary History Teacher

Location: Barnsley
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time

Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Barnsley to recruit a passionate History Teacher
. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive department where you’ll inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, encouraging them to explore the past, think critically, and develop a deeper understanding of the events and people that have shaped the world.

This is a full-time position starting in September 2026
, ideal for a teacher looking to make a lasting impact in a thriving secondary school.

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students can achieve.
• Monitor, assess and track student progress, adapting your teaching to meet a range of learning needs.
• Develop students’ analytical, evaluative and critical thinking skills through engaging historical enquiry.
• Encourage curiosity and a genuine interest in historical events, societies and cultures.
• Support students in developing their confidence with source analysis, interpretation and evidence-based arguments.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to contribute to the continued success of the Humanities department.
• Uphold the school’s values while maintaining high professional standards.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching History across KS3 and KS4.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• The ability to inspire, engage and motivate students of all abilities.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or the willingness to obtain one through Milk Education.

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• A simple registration process with fast-track compliance.
• Flexible work to suit your availability and career goals.
• Access to a network of partner schools and academy trusts across the region.
• Over 1,000 CPD courses through our exclusive Milk Academy.
• Free PSHE lesson plans and classroom resources.
• Exclusive discounts and rewards through our Perks Portal.
• Wellbeing support, including access to our wellbeing hub and Educator Wellbeing eBook.
• A School Preparation Pack to help you feel confident before your placement.
• Ongoing support from your dedicated education consultant.
• The opportunity to work with the UK’s only environmentally conscious education recruitment agency.

If you’re ready for your next teaching opportunity starting in September 2026
, we’d love to hear from you.

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, or call for an informal chat.

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