History Teacher – Secondary School – Yeovil

Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time | Long-term (with the potential to become permanent)
Salary: MPS/UPS – dependent on experience

Are you a passionate and dedicated History Teacher looking for a new opportunity this September?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Yeovil to recruit an enthusiastic History Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to teach History across Key Stages 3 and 4 in a supportive school with a strong commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.

The Role

• Teach engaging and inspiring History lessons to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students.

• Plan, prepare and assess lessons in line with the national curriculum.

• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.

• Support pupils to achieve their academic potential.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider school community.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

• Has experience teaching History in a UK secondary school (ECTs are also encouraged to apply).

• Demonstrates excellent classroom management skills.

• Is enthusiastic, reliable and committed to delivering high-quality education.

• Has a current enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one through Teaching Personnel.

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly pay paid through PAYE.

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.

• Access to free and discounted CPD through the Teaching Personnel Academy.

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment.

• Ongoing support from application through to placement.

If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching career and are available to start in September 2026, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your updated CV, and one of our specialist education consultants will be in touch to discuss the role.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.

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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.
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