History teacher jobs in Cambridge – King's College and the city's historic skyline

History Teacher Jobs in Cambridge

History teaching roles in Cambridge and the surrounding area

Are you a history teacher looking for work in Cambridge? Mana Education places history teachers in secondary schools, village colleges and sixth forms across the city and the surrounding area.

Job Highlights

  • Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, and surrounding areas
  • Job type: Supply, long-term and permanent – immediate starts available
  • Salary: Daily rate from the unqualified scale up to MPS or UPS, depending on experience
  • Subjects: History and humanities
  • Key stages: KS3 to KS5

We cover schools across Cambridge, including Chesterton, Arbury, King's Hedges, Cherry Hinton, Trumpington, Romsey, Newnham, Eddington and Marleigh, and the villages and new communities around the city, including Histon, Impington, Milton, Cottenham, Waterbeach, Northstowe, Cambourne, Comberton, Sawston, Linton and Bottisham.

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How much could you earn?

Our advertised daily pay ranges are shown below. Rates depend on the role, school, experience and responsibilities; your consultant will confirm the rate and payment arrangements for each assignment.


Supply staff are paid weekly, a week in hand. For long-term teaching assignments, we aim to pay to scale from day one wherever possible. Permanent salaries are confirmed for the individual vacancy.


Why work with Mana Education?

  • Local knowledge: Our team works with schools across Cambridge and the surrounding area, so we know the schools, the leadership teams and what they look for.
  • Flexible work: Choose day-to-day supply, a long-term placement or a permanent role, and switch as your circumstances change.
  • Paid weekly: Supply staff are paid weekly, and long-term assignments aim to pay to scale from day one.
  • A named consultant: One point of contact who knows your subject specialism and preferred travel distance.
  • Trusted across the region: Mana Education is an approved supplier on the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) framework RM6376 and works with over 600 schools, including Meridian Trust, Anglian Learning, Brooke Weston Trust, Thomas Deacon Education Trust, Peterborough Diocese Education Trust and Keys Academy Trust.

What can a history teacher expect in Cambridge?

History is all around Cambridge schools, from the medieval colleges and the Round Church to the American Cemetery at Madingley and the Imperial War Museum at Duxford. Oliver Cromwell was MP for Cambridge, and Alan Turing, who studied at King's College, links the city to the codebreakers of the Second World War.

The village colleges have their own story too. Sawston Village College, opened in 1930, was the first of Henry Morris's village colleges, an idea that shaped community education across England.

History is a popular GCSE and A level choice in Cambridge, and departments look for teachers who can build strong source analysis and extended writing. Teachers who can also cover geography or RE at KS3 are often in demand.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and teach history lessons across KS3 and KS4, and A level where needed
  • Develop source analysis, interpretation and extended writing
  • Prepare students for GCSE and A level exams
  • Support A level coursework (NEA)
  • Organise or support trips to local museums and historic sites
  • Work with the humanities team on curriculum and assessment

Who we're looking for

  • Qualified teachers (QTS or QTLS) with a history specialism
  • Early Career Teachers (ECTs) looking for their first post or induction placement
  • Experienced teachers returning to the profession or looking for flexible supply work
  • Overseas-trained teachers with the right to work in the UK
  • Geography or RE teachers confident teaching history at KS3

Frequently asked questions

Which periods do Cambridge schools teach for GCSE?
It varies by school and exam board, but common choices include medicine through time, the Norman conquest, Weimar and Nazi Germany and the Cold War.

Can I teach A level in Cambridge?
Yes. Chesterton, Netherhall and the village colleges at Impington, Comberton and Cambourne have sixth forms, and we also place teachers in Cambridge's sixth form colleges.

How quickly can I start?
Once your registration and safeguarding checks are complete, many teachers start within days.


How to Apply

Ready to find out more? Click ‘Apply Now’ or click on the chat icon at the bottom of the screen to connect with our Cambridge Consultant at Mana Education, who will guide you through the application process.

For further information, contact us directly:
Phone: 01223 660046 or freephone 0800 0 255 144
Email: ed@manaeducation.co.uk

Your privacy is important to us – we never share or discuss your information without written consent.



Ready to Join Us?

If you're a history teacher seeking flexible supply or permanent positions in Cambridge, apply now to discover a variety of opportunities. Schools in need of history teachers can also reach out to discuss staffing requirements.

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Our Commitment to Quality and Safeguarding

Mana Education is REC Education-audited and authorised by the Government Commercial Agency (GCA). We pride ourselves on fair pay and strict compliance, ensuring safe, rewarding placements for both teachers and students.

Safeguarding

Mana Education is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable individuals. All teaching assignments go through a comprehensive vetting process, including Enhanced DBS Checks, List 99 checks, Overseas Police Checks (where applicable), and Professional References.

Diversity and Inclusion

As an equal opportunity employer, Mana Education is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe a commitment to diversity strengthens our organisation and the schools we serve.

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