History Teacher Cover

Location: Newham

Job Title:

History Teacher Cover
Area:
Newham, East London

Start Date:

September 2026
Contract Type:
Ongoing
Salary:
Cover Teacher rate (Apply online only) per day

Working hours:

08:15 - 15:15

Brief description:
Passionate History Teacher required for a thriving secondary school in East London. Inspire students across KS3 and KS4 within a supportive environment focused on achievement and personal growth.

About the school:

A large and successful secondary school serving a diverse community in East London. The school is known for its inclusive culture, strong pastoral support, high expectations, and commitment to student achievement. Staff benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and a collaborative working environment.

About the role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable History Teacher to join a well-established Humanities department from September 2026. The successful candidate will teach History across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering engaging and challenging lessons that develop students' historical knowledge, analytical skills, and confidence.

We're looking for a dedicated candidate to:

Plan and deliver engaging History lessons across KS3 and KS4
Assess, monitor, and track student progress effectively
Differentiate learning to meet the needs of all learners
Maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement
Support students in developing critical thinking and analytical skills
Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment activities
Work collaboratively with colleagues and school leaders
Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment

Requirements
- The ideal candidate would have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
Experience teaching History within a secondary school setting
Strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm for History
Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
The ability to motivate and engage students
High expectations of student achievement and conduct
Strong communication and organisational skills
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people