History Teacher – Harrogate

Location: Harrogate
Salary: £168–£250 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term
Start Date: September 2026

Ready to bring History to life in the classroom?

We’re working with a welcoming secondary school in Harrogate looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable History Teacher to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire curious minds, spark debate, and help students connect the past with the world around them today.

From the Tudors to the Cold War, your lessons will help students build confidence, think critically, and discover stories that stay with them long after the bell goes.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an ECT ready for your first classroom, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

You’ll be teaching History across Key Stages 3 and 4, planning engaging lessons that encourage students to question, analyse and explore the world through historical enquiry.

The role will include:

• Delivering engaging and well-structured History lessons
• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Supporting students of varying abilities to reach their potential
• Assessing progress and providing constructive feedback
• Encouraging critical thinking and discussion
• Working collaboratively with the wider Humanities department

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Has experience teaching History at secondary level
• Can build strong relationships with students and staff
• Has excellent classroom management skills
• Brings passion, creativity and enthusiasm to lessons
• Is committed to helping every student succeed

ECTs are encouraged to apply.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and approachable leadership team
• A strong Humanities department with collaborative planning
• Well-behaved students who enjoy learning
• Excellent opportunities for CPD and career progression
• A welcoming school community in the heart of Harrogate
• A positive environment where staff wellbeing matters

Why Work with Protocol Education?

We know that finding the right school matters. That’s why we take the time to match educators with roles that genuinely suit their experience, goals and teaching style.

You’ll benefit from:

✅ Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
✅ FREE access to our online CPD Academy
✅ Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
✅ Opportunities in mainstream, SEND and alternative provision settings
✅ Simple and streamlined registration process
✅ Access to long-term and permanent teaching opportunities
✅ Referral scheme with rewards for recommending friends

Thrive Training Opportunity

Are you Thrive trained?

If not, ask us about our FREE Thrive training programme. Schools value educators who understand emotional wellbeing and relationship-based approaches, and Thrive training is a brilliant way to strengthen your classroom practice.

Apply Today

If you’re a passionate History Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Harrogate, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and let’s find a school where your teaching can make a real difference.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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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