• History
  • Teacher
  • Derby
  • £150-£170
  • Applications have closed
  • Job Area: Derby

Zest Education

History Teacher

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and confident History Teacher to join our growing network of secondary school professionals. This flexible, day-to-day role is perfect for teachers who love variety, value work-life balance, and enjoy inspiring young minds through History.

You’ll have the opportunity to teach in a range of vibrant and supportive schools gaining experience, sharing your expertise, and making a lasting impact on students’ learning journeys.

About Zest Education

At Zest Education, we believe great teaching changes lives and we’re here to connect inspiring educators with schools that value their talent.
We’re not just another supply agency; we’re a people-first organisation built by educators, for educators. Our mission is simple: to make every day in the classroom rewarding, enjoyable, and stress-free.

We work with some of the best secondary schools in Derby and the East Midlands, offering teachers the flexibility they want and the support they deserve.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging, well-structured History lessons across KS3 and KS4.
  • Bring the past to life with creative teaching that sparks curiosity and discussion.
  • Follow lesson plans and uphold high standards of learning and behaviour.
  • Build positive relationships with pupils and staff across different schools.
  • Represent Zest Education with professionalism, passion, and enthusiasm.

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification.
  • Experience teaching History at secondary level (KS3 & KS4).
  • Strong classroom management and communication skills.
  • A flexible, adaptable attitude and commitment to high standards.
  • An enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Choose Zest Education?

We put teachers first: You’re more than just a name on a list you’re part of the Zest community.
Flexibility & variety: Work when and where you want. Choose the roles that suit you best.
Exclusive school partnerships: We’re trusted by leading Derby schools who value quality teaching.
Personalised support: Your dedicated consultant will know your strengths and match you with the right opportunities.

How to Apply

If you’re a History Teacher who wants to inspire young learners while enjoying flexibility, variety, and genuine support Zest Education would love to welcome you on board.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Secondary at Secondary@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

We receive new jobs and positions on a daily basis so keep up to date with us on our social media pages too:

Website: https://www.zesteducation.co.uk/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zest-education/

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Job Details

  • History
  • Teacher
  • Derby
  • £150-£170
  • Applications have closed
  • Job Area: Derby

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