History Teacher – Wakefield, West Yorkshire – January 2026
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Job Summary
A respected 1118 secondary school in Wakefield is looking to appoint a passionate Teacher of History to join its thriving Humanities department from January 2026.
The History Department
History is a valued subject within the school with strong outcomes at GCSE and A-Level. The curriculum is knowledge-rich and carefully sequenced designed to build deep historical understanding alongside analytical writing skills.
Students study a broad and balanced range of topics including:
Medieval and early modern Britain
Twentieth-century global history
Historical interpretations and source analysis
Extended writing and structured debate
The department places a strong emphasis on helping students think like historians questioning sources forming arguments and writing with precision.
The Role
You will teach History across KS3KS5 delivering lessons that prioritise depth discussion and enquiry. Teachers work collaboratively sharing resources assessments and strategies for supporting different learners.
Responsibilities include:
Delivering engaging academically rigorous lessons
Supporting pupils with extended writing and exam technique
Contributing to enrichment such as trips and history events
Working as part of a stable supportive team
The School Context
Rated Good the school is known for its strong community ethos and positive relationships between staff and students. Behaviour is calm and consistent allowing teachers to focus on teaching rather than behaviour management.
Staff benefit from:
Visible supportive leadership
Clear curriculum direction
Realistic expectations around marking and data
A professional collegiate staff culture
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